Trunk / Liftgate: Description and Operation

Voltage is applied from F/DR REL FUSE to the rear compartment lid release relay, and to the rear compartment lid release switch. When the valet switch is on, pressing the rear compartment lid release switch applies voltage directly to the rear compartment lid release actuator, releasing the rear compartment lid. The relay can also be actuated, regardless of the valet switch position, using the keyless entry transmitter. The Remote Function Actuator (RFA) module provides a ground path to energize the relay when the rear compartment lid release button on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed. When energized, the relay applies voltage to the rear compartment lid release actuator, releasing the rear compartment lid.

The rear compartment lid release actuator is protected by a diode for surge protection and a positive temperature coefficient device for voltage protection.