[Shotimes] keyless trunk release

[alfitz@alfitz.com]

If you tried another solenoid and it also didn't work, it's highly unlikely
that they are both defective. I would check the linkage vary carefully where
the solenoid connects.


Al Fitzgerald
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----- Original Message -----
From: "van Oss" <vanOss@centurytel.net>
To: <shotimes@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, May 06, 2003 10:56 AM
Subject: [Shotimes] keyless trunk release


> I can open my 91's trunk manually with the handle by the driver seat.  But
> it won't open with the keyless code.  With the cable disconnected from the
> latch, I have confirmed the solenoid does pull in the cable.  The latch
> mechanism seems to move smoothly and I have lubed it.  However, when the
> whole thing is assembled, the solenoid is unable to open the trunk.  I can
> hear the solenoid operating but it does not open the latch.
>
> It seems like the solenoid is unable to generate enough force to pull on
the
> latch adequately.  I have tried swapping with another high-mileage SHO;
this
> had the same result.
>
> Can a solenoid weaken over time?  Should I be heading to my local Ford
> stealer for a new solenoid?
>
> Joseph van Oss
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