B3248

Short To Battery Voltage Rear Compartment Lid Release Output Circuit

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

The trunk release button does not work
The trunk may open spontaneously
The CHECK indicator on the dashboard is on

Causes

Damage to the wiring harness in the trunk area
Short circuit of the trunk release solenoid valve
Body Control Module (BCM) Malfunction
Contact corrosion in circuit connectors

How to Fix

Visually check the wiring harness in the trunk area for damage.
Measure the resistance of the trunk release control circuit
Check the operation of the solenoid valve
Inspect the circuit connectors for corrosion.
Replace damaged components or wiring harness as necessary

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