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Power Trunk / Liftgate Lock Actuator: Testing and Inspection


TRUNK LID OPENER ACTUATOR





Description
Performs trunk lid open with signal from retractable hard top control unit or BCM.




Component Function Check
1.CHECK FUNCTION
1. Use CONSULT-III to perform convertible roof "Work Support" ("TRUNK OPENER").
2. Touch "ON" to check that it works normally.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - Trunk lid opener actuator is OK.
NO - SEE Diagnosis Procedure.




Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK TRUNK LID OPENER ACTUATOR INPUT SIGNAL
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect trunk lid opener actuator connector.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Use CONSULT-III to perform convertible roof "Work Support" ("TRUNK OPENER").
5. Touch "ON" to check voltage between trunk lid opener actuator harness connector and ground.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 3.
NO - GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TRUNK LID OPENER ACTUATOR CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect retractable hard top control unit connector.
2. Check continuity between retractable hard top control unit harness connector and trunk lid opener actuator harness connector.





3. Check continuity between retractable hard top control unit harness connector and ground.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES - Replace retractable hard top control unit. Service and Repair.
NO - Repair or replace harness.
3.CHECK TRUNK LID OPENER ACTUATOR GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect retractable hard top control unit connector and trunk room lamp switch connector.
3. Check continuity between retractable hard top control unit harness connector and trunk lid opener actuator harness connector.





4. Check continuity between retractable hard top control unit harness connector and ground.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 4.
NO - Repair or replace harness.
4.CHECK TRUNK LID OPENER ACTUATOR GROUND
1. Connect retractable hard top control unit connector.
2. Check continuity between retractable hard top control unit harness connector and ground.





Does continuity exist?
YES - Replace trunk lid opener actuator (trunk lid lock assembly). Removal and Installation.
NO - Replace retractable hard top control unit. Service and Repair.