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Which fuse were you checking? There are two fuses in the trunk release circuit - one underhood (ALDL) which feeds the trunk/fuel door release circuits via the valet switch and also the ALDL circuit; and one under the back seat (BODY fuse) for the trunk release.
Unfortunately, relay control signals for these releases run through the IPM (Instrument Panel Integration Module) which handles the release buttons on the dash, and the RIM (Rear Integration Module), which receives these signals from the IPM and handles them and the trunk release button on the keyless remote.
If the fuel door release is working at the dash and the trunk release is not, the ALDL fuse should be OK and the problem may still be with the BODY fuse, trunk release relay or wiring. If that isn't the problem, then I suggest you check for IPM and RIM DTC's (error codes).
there should be a button on the driver door in the area of the power window switches for the trunk lid and the gas door. if that does not work there is a cable in the trunk of the vehicle labeled to pull to open gas door
I suggest you try one of those instant download manuals. My nephew bought one for me when my car broke and we could fix it all by ourselves with the manual costing $10. This website reliable-store.com is very good for this.
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I would check the owners manual or with Cadillac - its possible the remotes lost part of the signal and need to be reset. It sounds like the receiver is not getting a signal from them by using that button. Could be the receiver too.
The key lock mechanism may not be working or connected.
Or, the power door lock, if equipped, may not have power to the solenoid that releases the trunk, or the cable to the release is broken or not adjusted correctly.
I would test the harness that is currently connected to the button, if you are not getting power you can trace the wire and see if there is a break in the line or if a fuse is blown. If there is power then you have a break in the line that leads to the component that releases the trunk lever or the component itself may be faulty.
Another option would be to remove the harness that is connected and plug in the other harness that is tucked away behind the dash. Ford supplies two harnesses, one to release the trunk without the key and the other harness is a security feature which needs the ignition to be on in order to pop the trunk. This prevents anyone from accessing your trunk without the key.
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