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I can't get my trunk to open2005 cadillac sts

The button in the door and the fob are not relesasing the lock however evrything else is working

  • Kevin Getz
    Kevin Getz May 01, 2012

    When you press the buttons, do you hear a clicking from the trunk?

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There is obviously a problem with the trunk release solenoid in the trunk. You will have to do it the "old school" way and use the KEY to get the trunk open. Once you get it open, inspect the wiring conduit that runs between the body and the trunk lid. You will most likely find the problem there where the conduit bends back and forth each time the trunk is opened and closed.

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  • Posted on Jan 17, 2009

SOURCE: 2005 cadillac sts remote transmitter

This is the procedure for a reprogram of the remote's from the factory service manual, if it doesn't work then u may have a receiver issue.
Use this Procedure for Vehicles with
Driver Information Center Buttons

This information is in your Owners Manual in the
Drivers Information Center Section.


1. Insert Key and turn to ON position so you can access Driver Information Center

2. Press the vehicle information button until
PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays

3. Press the set/reset button until
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE displays

4. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first keyless remote at the same
time for approximatley 15 seconds. A chime will sound indicating that the remote is
programmed.


5. To program additional remotes at this time repeat step 3.
This vehicle can have a maximum of eight remotes programmed.

6. To exit programming mode turn key off and remove key.
Test remote(s).


Use this Procedure for Vehicles without
Drivers Information Center Buttons


To access this display, the vehicle must be in Park (P) with key in the on position (as far
as you can go without cranking engine)

1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays.
2. Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for three seconds.
The message REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE will display

3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first keyless remote at the same
time for approximately 15 seconds. A chime
will sound indicating that the remote is
programmed.

4. To program additional remotes at this time repeat step 3.
This vehicle can have a maximum of eight remotes programmed.
5. To exit programming mode turn key off and remove key.
Test remote(s).

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SOURCE: I drive a 2000 cadillac catera and when I shut the car off, when i turn the car back on, none of the controls for the radio, sometimes the trunk lock button, fuel tank door button will work. Then afte

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 25, 2010

SOURCE: I have a 2004 Honda Accord EX. Key Fob works trunk but not doors

Programming
When
Key added or replaced. System malfunction.
How
Obtain all keys. A maximum of 3 keys can be programmed. Close all doors and boot/tailgate. Switch ignition ON. Repeat procedure below 3 times: Within 4 seconds: Press key lock or unlock button. Within 4 seconds: Switch ignition OFF. Within 4 seconds: Switch ignition ON. Within 4 seconds: Press key lock or unlock button. System should now lock or unlock vehicle. Within 4 seconds: Press key lock or unlock button. Within 10 seconds: Press lock or unlock button of first key. System should now lock or unlock vehicle. Press lock or unlock button of second key. System should now lock or unlock vehicle. Press lock or unlock button of third key. System should now lock or unlock vehicle. Switch ignition OFF. Remove key. Check operation of all programmed keys.
NOTE: If less than 3 keys are to be programmed, remove ignition key after programming last key.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 26, 2010

SOURCE: my key fob does not work for remote start and locking of doors

change the battery in the remote.the nearer the car you have to get the lower the battery power.

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Johnny Brown

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  • Posted on Sep 23, 2010

SOURCE: 2006 Jetta TDI 4-door sedan driver's

This sounds like a bad control or broken wire inside the door, you will need to remove the door panel and check for broken wires, also remove the controls and make sure all connectors are connected good and tight, this is where i would start also just check all of the fuses.

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