I have a 2007 Camry SE V6. The rear trunk won't open with any of the three methods available (key, remote, driver door-side lever). It is NOT a valet key issue (i.e., vertical or horizontal position on the trunk key slot), and the master key will not open the trunk manually either. The key fob's trunk release button makes the noise in the trunk key cylinder area, as I can hear it every time I press the button, but the trunk still won't open. Why won't the trunk open with even the key inserted and turning it manually? That seems unusual. Is it possible the lock actuator (or whatever it's called - and/or related components) broke, such that the key won't disengage trunk lock? There isn't anything stuffed in the trunk, so I know it's nothing jammed in the connections. Someone told me I would have to replace the actuator? About a $410 job parts and labor at the dealership. Any thoughs??
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First, if it does need an actuator, you can save some money on labor getting it done at an idependent aftermarket shop rather than the dealer. Yes, the part will most likely have to come from the dealer, but let the shop deal with that. You do not have to pay dealership labor rates. It would pay to shop around.
Second, before any parts are purchaced, the actual CAUSE of the problem needs to be verified. Unfortunately, the ONLY way to do that is to get the trunk lid open and inspect the trunk lid latch components. If none of the three methods provided by the manufacturer for opening the trunk in a normal fashion will work, the trunk will have to be accessed by removing the back seat. Once the back seat is removed, a technician can reach into the trunk and remove the bolts that secure the trunk latch to get the trunk open. The latch parts can then be accessed to disassemble, inspect, and repair accordingly.
Please note that this is the ONLY way to do this without causing further damage to the vehicle. DO NOT allow anyone to attempt getting into the trunk any other way! (Do not use pry bars or screwdrivers on the trunk lid, key tumblers, etc..)
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