2000 Chevrolet Cavalier "close trunk" Questions

...has not actually returned to the 'locked' position prior to trying to close the trunk. That would definitely stop you from closing the trunk properly! Try unlocking the trunk latching mechanism

...will not release, but stays closed, so will not allow the trunk to close. is there a fuse? use duct tape to hold the lid down.....just kidding. insert the key into the lock and see if it will

...close the trunk and relock it with the key while pushing down on the hood at the same time. replace the lock when you can .there is no quick fix for this unless u use a bungee cord for it . I had a ...

...cavalier trunk? It won't close. YOU HAVE SMALL BOLTS HOLDING LATCH IN PLACE.THEY ARE LOOSE THROWING OFF ADJUSTMENT KEEPING TRUNK FROM CLOSING.YOU NEED TO READJUST LATCH.TIGHTEN BOLTS BACK.YOU

...close the trunk Hi, Open the trunk (that won't lock !!! ) and try to lock the hooked type latch with a screwdriver shaped tool. This will duplicate the latch locking mechanism in the trunk floor and ...

...trunk itself will close around a ballpoint pen, so that piece seems to be in working order. there does not appear to be anything obstructing the hinges or the latch itself. any advice would be ...

...trunk to close? We have it tied shut for now. 2001 Chevy Cavalier It may just be the latch is worn out. They can be replaced. My trunk did this too a few months ago. When I looked up why I found that ...

...latch down, it should come DOWN. and now shousd just look like a big slot that the "striker" will go up into. now try to close the trunk. if the latch still has a problem, have it checked by a

...the bulb Open trunk, remove the felt cover in your trunk near the light socket, twist and turn the socket, pull it out, remove bulb assembly , replace with a new one bulb reinstall ... close

...loaded up with camping gear and now wont shut tight. cleared every thing out got in the boot and closed it from inside. the trunk seems to be closed down but there is a 5mm gap between the lock