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#67 of 95 Trunk release issues by toppercat

Dec 07, 2012 (3:49 pm)

Hey gang, it's me again-the one with all the battery, starter and then module sunroof issues. Well I'm back with another issue with my 2006 325i bmw. Now I can't get the trunk open. The starting problem was final resolved with a new sunroof module-after 4 months. That seems so far to do the trick, but like I said now it's the trunk. Key fob opens doors but not trunk. Only the key itself opens the trunk and that isn't easy:( Any suggestions???? Please comfort me and don't tell me an actuator. We have checked the valet switch in the trunk...not it. I have done some research online and the word actuator keeps coming up???? This sounds expensive and difficult to install ourselves. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. If it wasn't for this forum-I would still probably be dealing with the starting issue:) Merry Christmas

#68 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [toppercat] by 55396

Dec 07, 2012 (4:20 pm)

Replying to: toppercat (Dec 07, 2012 3:49 pm)
We just bought an 08 528' w/44k. Nice car, but I wonder if I want to own one of these money pits. After a Saab and an Audi years ago, I said no more European cars, but here I am. Quite a few rattles and a light clunkiness from the front suspension on the sharper bumps around town. Anyone have similar? I read where people have replaced front A arm or bushings around 100k. But at 44k? Shouldn't be. Our 03 Avalon is more enjoyable around town. Kinda like my Ducati vs Honda 750 and VTX 1800. Superior on the road, but not so much around town. Maybe need to get used to it. It was very satisfying driving around looking at houses the other day, but I prefer the Avalon for running errands. Much more relaxed. I'm guessing we may go back to a 2013 Avalon. Like the Cad ATS also. The only Cad I like. They are on the right track and I hope the follow when upgrading other models. I did get 34 MPG from Phoenix to Tucson. Fairly flat but an increase in altitude from 1100' to 2500 80 MPH. What are the rest of you getting?

#69 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [55396] by busiris

Dec 08, 2012 (3:52 pm)

Replying to: 55396 (Dec 07, 2012 4:20 pm)
I'm guessing we may go back to a 2013 Avalon. Like the Cad ATS also.
 
Maybe it's just me, but it doesn't seem like much of a comparison between a 5 year old car with 44K miles (purchased used) and two other brand spanking new 2013 models.

#70 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [busiris] by 55396

Dec 08, 2012 (4:22 pm)

Replying to: busiris (Dec 08, 2012 3:52 pm)
"comparison between a 5 year old car with 44K miles (purchased used) and two other brand spanking new 2013 models."
 
I went both ways.
 
"Our 03 Avalon is more enjoyable around town." My wife says they both drive very nice, but are very different cars. I agree. BTW, the Avalon is 10 years old, never goes to the dealer, has not had one problem and NO rattles. If Japan can do it, why can't Europe after all these years? Same for USA. I just can't see these dealers ripping off the loyal customer. Example: BMW documents list window tint as an $800 option. I don't care how much money one has, why would you let someone screw you like that? A fellow had a seat clunk in his Z3. Mine too. The dealer wanted to replace the seat rails for $1600 when a kit is available aftermarket for like $20. I made my own. Cost zero. Same for the glove box fix. Then I find my European sports car was designed in the USA by a Japanese guy. GEEZ. Not priced like a japanese car though. Don't believe? Check Wikipedia. "The Z3 was designed by Joji Nagashima of the BMW design team into 1993"

#71 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [55396] by busiris

Dec 08, 2012 (5:18 pm)

Replying to: 55396 (Dec 08, 2012 4:22 pm)
Certainly sounds as if the Avalon is your choice of car.
 
Life's too short, so buy and drive what works best for you.

#72 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [toppercat] by roadburner

Dec 11, 2012 (9:06 pm)

Replying to: toppercat (Dec 07, 2012 3:49 pm)
I have done some research online and the word actuator keeps coming up???? This sounds expensive and difficult to install ourselves. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
 
The valet switch is in the glove compartment, and locking the glove box should also deactivate the remote unlocking of the trunk. If not, the problem is either part #5 or part #10 in this diagram.

#73 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [55396] by roadburner

Dec 11, 2012 (9:14 pm)

Replying to: 55396 (Dec 07, 2012 4:20 pm)
Our 03 Avalon is more enjoyable around town.
 
Assuming that comment was not meant to be a joke, I'm wondering why you would ever look at anything other than a Toyota.

#74 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [roadburner] by toppercat

Dec 12, 2012 (7:11 am)

Replying to: roadburner (Dec 11, 2012 9:06 pm)
Oh thank you so much-haven't tried your suggestion for unlocking the glove box...will do though. Keep your fingers crossed. Will let you know how this goes!!!!!!!!!!! If this does not work-do you know how to tell which one we need #5 or #10 and is this something we can do ourselves-husband handy but not overly with cars. House yes, cars not so much:)

#75 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [toppercat] by roadburner

Dec 12, 2012 (3:19 pm)

Replying to: toppercat (Dec 12, 2012 7:11 am)
My guess is #5. If it is anything like my old E39 5 Series, you pry off the trunk liner and then it simply unbolts/unplugs. When my wife gets home I'll check her car(2009 328i).

#76 of 95 Re: Trunk release issues [55396] by fido2

Jan 06, 2013 (4:27 am)

Replying to: 55396 (Dec 08, 2012 4:22 pm)
Sounds like you are an Avalon guy.

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