hatch wont open!!

rjaxonjr · #1 11-03-2009, 10:48 PM

When i use the key fob i get no lock motor noise in the rear lift gate. so im thinking the motor is dead. but its locked and i cant seem to figure out how to open it. Anyone know whats the deal here??

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IndyDurango · #2 11-03-2009, 11:34 PM

Some what a common issue.

Water gets in there, corrodes the connections and tada... exactly what you have. Once you get it open, take the cover off from the inside and inspect. You'll see what I am talking about. Clean, lubricate, replace, drive.

HTH,

IndyDurango

rjaxonjr · #3 11-04-2009, 06:18 PM

how do you get the lift gate open?? if the lock motor is dead and the hatch is locked???

IndyDurango · #4 11-05-2009, 01:43 AM

That indeed is a problem. I suggest that it is a 2 man effort.

fascistfaction · #5 11-05-2009, 12:07 PM

Power liftgate should have a button on the key fob to open and close it. Press unlock and this should unlock the doors and the lift gate (it works on mine),
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rjaxonjr · #6 11-05-2009, 07:23 PM

its not a power lift gate. just powerlocks... but the lock actuator is dead and it is stuck in the lock position. I cant figure out how to unlock it. if i can get it unlocked it would just open normally.

fascistfaction · #7 11-05-2009, 07:30 PM

Hum...there is no key hole like in the older models. I would ask the dealer if they have a solution. otherwise you may have to take the rear panel off if that is a possobility wiith the gate shut,
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