Stratus L4-2.4L DOHC (1995)
Trunk / Liftgate Release Lever: Customer Interest
Deck Lid Remote Release - Does Not Open Trunk
NO: 23-06-96
GROUP: Body
DATE: Jan. 26, 1996
SUBJECT: Deck Lid Remote Release/Valet Lockout Service
MODELS: 1995 - 1996 (JA) Breeze/Cirrus/Stratus
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
1.
Pulling deck lid remote release handle does not open trunk, or handle stays in the up/open position.
2.
Release handle points down toward floor.
3.
Valet lockout feature intermittently engages automatically, or still opens the deck lid with the lockout lever in the down (lock) position.
DIAGNOSIS:
NOTE:
Make certain owner understands function of valet lockout feature.
1.
Check if the cable is straight, moves freely, and is connected at both ends. Check for sealer runout at the handle assembly. Check handle assembly
for interference to carpet. Check if the striker is aligned to vertical (not rotated from vertical). If any of these conditions exist, perform step # 1 in
the Repair Procedure.
2.
Pull handle up, release and push handle down gently. If handle does not stay in the horizontal position, perform step # 2 in the Repair Procedure.
3.
Check if the cable is straight and moves freely and the release handle functions properly. Check if the striker is aligned to vertical (not rotated from
vertical). If any of these conditions exist, perform step # 3 in the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
AR
4814127
Handle Assembly, Deck Lid Remote Release
AR
4814448
Cable, Deck Lid Remote Release
AR
4814385
Striker, Deck Lid Latch
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
