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The back seat normally is removable. Tug firmly at one of the top corners and if it doesn't pop loose then try a bottom corner.removing the seat portion first may give you a better idea as to how the seat back us attached.
To open the boot from the inside is very simple: Pull down the back seat. You will see a dull metal hook on top in the small space between the lock on the boot and the plastic cover of the boot. Push upwards and the door will open. The panel covering the back door is held in with clips and can be easily removed by pulling away from the wipr first and pulling the rest away clip by clip: You will not break anything no matter how hard you pull. To put the panel back on just push the clips back in to place.
You will note a simple contact switch on the door sill. It has probably jammed, dislodged, or is broken by someone kicking it upon entry/exit. Realign it and see if the warning light goes off when you press the switch in (simulates door closed). If it goes "off", you're home free. If it doesn't you will have to order a replacement switch from the dealer. They are easy to replace by carefully prying away the rubber grommet and sliding the switch out... there should be a simple wire plug for it... unplug it and plug in the new one. Note the grommet position so you don't have to take it loose again to friction the grommet in properly. Test it with your finger pressing it down again, engine "on", door open. Should cure your problem. Good Luck
can you access it from the back seat.? you might have to remove the bench seat and then the back rest to shine flashlight to see if indeed something is jammed in the latch.
You don't find much with the door jamb switches any longer. Its all done inside the door with the switches being on the door latch.
the radio should still be able to be turned off manualy ;)
the wiring around the trunk/boot hinge may be broken/opencircuit. the security system thnks the trunk/boot is open use the manual key to get in to the trunk and repair the wiring
Its quite likely that the solenoid that holds the flap shut has jammed. Its a fairly common problem (The same type of solenoid also operates the locking mechanism on the tailgate). It shouldnt be too difficult to access it from within the boot by stripping back some of the carpet/plastic trim in the boot area near fuel filler flap. Its a white plastic component with a wiring plug. if you lightly force it back it will probably unjam and start working prperly again (but for how long???). They are not too dear to buy and also fairly easy to replace.
If it isnt jammed, check the plug for a live and earth feed while somone operates the release button. good live + earth = faulty solenoid
insert your key, keep it turned as well as possible in the good direction and just try pulling it open as hard as you can without forcing anything ofcourse. might help.
else i suggest you contact your local dealer/technician and have him check it out.
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