This isn't a big issue, but the thread will get moved here anyway , sooooooo:

I hit my button, and the trunk clicks, but doesn't open. I wait a few seconds (or more depending on the last time I opened it) and it eventully pops and opens. Even if I use the key it does the same thing. If I want it open right away, I have to grab it and lift up.

I sounds and feels like it is getting stuck on the seal. I tried using silicone on the whole seal, but it made no difference. Does anybody have a suggestion on what I could use to lube the seal or keep it from gluing itself to the trunk?

 

I think the lock needs to be adjusted. Mine was doing this and I included it in a list of things for my dealer to take care of. Works fine now.

 

Hi Sonic 05 well the trunk thing is a problem . mine did it i just replaced the trunk latch ford has changed up the partnumber but they sent us the old number but it works like new again

happy trails

 

Got the same problem. Will get it fixed after I get my car back :angry:
http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?showtopic=36249

 

I have the problem too. I have a workaround, though...once I pop the trunk with the key fob, I push down slightly on the trunk lid and that makes it open up. It's definitely sticking on something, but I don't really feel like taking it in for such a small problem.

Besides, if I took it in, there's always a chance they'll break something else while fixing it

 

I had the same issue. Spouse put WD40 on it and now it's fine. Dealer looked at it and no change until the WD40 hit it.

 

I have the same problem, haven't bothered to get it fixed yet.

 

Mine does it too...sometimes it takes 1 click...sometimes it takes 10 clicks...or pressure on the trunk.

 

I have this exact issue. I always thought it was just cause the trunk hadn't been opened in a while.

So I guess the latch doesn't have enough power to break the seal. I wonder if some white grease would fix it?

 

Yeah I'm gonna try to WD40 it this weekend and see if that helps

 

A second before I was about to turn off my monitor, I saw this thread. This is EXACTLY what happens to me! I click as much as 10 times....and just stand there. It got really unbearable and I've decided to dealer it...after having to click it 10 times 2 days ago under pouring rain...


Good to see its not a big/unique problem.

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Yep.. If you press down on it, it opens.

 

With mine it only has the rubber sticking to trunk problem if it's been closed for a week or more. I just left my trunk closed for 2 days, and it popped open.

Now the question I have is how far should the trunk "pop", when working mine opens up about 1/2" max. I'm assuming this is fine.

 

Is this a issue?
I mean if you click it, it opens right? It just doesn't pop up? If that is the problem then it's probably suction/vacuum together with the added weight ofthe spoiler. A little WD-40 or rubber dressing should help.

Hey, I'm used to old cars, where with spoilers, you'd need a prop rod to keep them up!

 

Yes I'm wondering the same thing, I never thought anything about this "problem" until I read this topic!

 

Ha, I never thought so many people would have the same problem. I'm going to look at mine tomorrow . . . see if something can be adjusted, or lubed. I'll post what I find.

I havn't taken mine to the dealer for anything yet, and don't want to for this. I have been having gas filling problems, but don't want them to mess with it. Then, today, gas goes in fine. I guess it stays away from the dealer.

I think anything that makes me look stupid while trying to use the car is a problem.

 

Negative, Sir. I don't think any of us are THAT affected by the heat coming out the car after a hard drive...

It clicks, and nothing happens. It just stays closed.

 

With yours is it only after it's closed for long periods? And is it sticking to the rubber? Maybe I have a different issue...

Can you maybe explain what exactly yours does..

 

I've never actually payed attention as to WHEN it really happens...but I push the open button on the key, and i hear the clicking sound, but the trunk doesn't budge at all. Somethings up with the lock im guessing. I'll press it a few times; sometimes it opens, sometimes it just wont. At that point, I have to PUSH down on the trunk and it releases the latch...

 

I think I may have fixed my problem.

I put a couple thin washers under the springs in the trunck lid. I threaded them out thinking maybe they where adjustable, but they didn't want to stay put unless they where tight, so I just put the washers in so I could tighten them down. I also moved the latch in the trunk just slightly downward (there is no real adjustment). The trunk sat just a tad too low anyway.

After sitting a little over a day, the trunk poped right open. If is still opens after a couple days, I think it will be declared 100% fixed.

I blame cheap design for this one.

 

Mine had the same problem, ford replaced the truck mechanism and it works great now...