Trunk won't stay closed

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Jul 21, 2012 | 04:53 PM
  #1  
I used my trunk all morning and then for some reason now it won't lock. I can close it all the way but it will just come back open, it won't stay closed/locked. Any ideas? I used a pen to replicate the trunk bar and the lock spins around the pin but won't stay shut
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Jul 21, 2012 | 04:59 PM
  #2  
Try to lube it up. Also check to see if its not aligned anymore, something maybe loose.
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Jul 23, 2012 | 01:20 PM
  #3  
Well it all lines up. It closes like normal it just doesent lock. The mechanism closes just wont stay closed. Should I try and replace the lock mechanism on the trunk lid?
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Jul 23, 2012 | 04:17 PM
  #4  
yea i guess... you could try a junk yard first, not sure how much they cost at the dealership
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Jul 23, 2012 | 09:01 PM
  #5  
I assume you checked the obvious which would be the manual trunk release accessed thru the rear seat pass thru? That release can get stuck in the open position.
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Jul 24, 2012 | 03:20 AM
  #6  
There's also a release inside on the trunk itself on the side opposite the Acura logo. Check that too.
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Jul 24, 2012 | 02:03 PM
  #7  
Look at the latching mechanism in the trunk lid, There is a hook like peice of metal that should have its opening pointing down. If it is not, place the key back into the trunk lock and using a screwdriver gently pull the opening of the hook downward
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Jul 24, 2012 | 06:37 PM
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Quote: Look at the latching mechanism in the trunk lid, There is a hook like peice of metal that should have its opening pointing down. If it is not, place the key back into the trunk lock and using a screwdriver gently pull the opening of the hook downward

Key into trunk lock? Am I missing something here?
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