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Front trunk latch
I have a 2012 RT-S with about 7200 miles on it and my front latches is not working properly. I have to continue pressing it to get it to final release. Before I take it the local dealer for repair, I was hoping to see anyone else experience this issue. Also, I was wandering what the cost of repair would be?
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FRUNK LATCH
Originally Posted by BlueRTS
I have a 2012 RT-S with about 7200 miles on it and my front latches is not working properly. I have to continue pressing it to get it to final release. Before I take it the local dealer for repair, I was hoping to see anyone else experience this issue. Also, I was wandering what the cost of repair would be?
They are easily adjusted .... do you have a 10mm socket ( a deep one works best ) ...if so I'll tell you what to do ....Mike
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Adjustments....
First off does it latch easily..? Or do you have to press it down to latch..? The pin on the frunk lid is adjustable, loosen the lock nut and back the pin out a turn or two then test it. When you get to the right point tighten the lock nut to secure the pin in place...
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After you adjust it make sure you spray the latch with wd40.
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Originally Posted by Chupaca
First off does it latch easily..? Or do you have to press it down to latch..? The pin on the frunk lid is adjustable, loosen the lock nut and back the pin out a turn or two then test it. When you get to the right point tighten the lock nut to secure the pin in place...
Not to steal this thread, but my frunk opens normally but is difficult to latch. (I have to press it down ... with some force.) I see two nuts on the pin - one near the lid and one near the end of the pin. Which nut are you referring to? And in which direction do I need to move the pin in my case? Shorten the pin or lengthen it?
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by jerpinoy
After you adjust it make sure you spray the latch with wd40.
Sorry but that's NOT a good idea.
WD dries to a sticky film and at that point is NOT really a good lubricant.
Some silicone lube might actually solve the problem without mechanical adjustment.
I suggest you try that first.
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Last edited by BLUEKNIGHT911; 08-23-2017 at 06:40 PM.
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Front trunk lid
I have issues with the front trunk lid sealing all the way around. Standing, at the front, the right half will not go all the the way down on the seal. Dealer said the the lid was warped and would check. BRP said they did not have a fix. Ride 2016 RT Limited HELP Thanks, Little Blue
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LUBRICANT
Originally Posted by BigGuy66
...my frunk now works easily to close and to open. Thanks - But... what do I use to lubricate this system and where do I use it?
I prefer CRC Heavy duty Silicone .... after it dries it leaves a nice Film , un-like White Lithium grease which will also attract CRUD ..... Folks mis-takenly use WD40 which isn't a lubricant ...it's good for braking things loose but it's only temporary , imho ..... Mike
Last edited by BLUEKNIGHT911; 09-13-2017 at 06:31 PM.
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Originally Posted by Little Blue
Dealer said the the lid was warped and would check. BRP said they did not have a fix.
Of course there is a fix. Replace the lid.
If there is no sign of purposeful damage and it's still under warranty, THEY should cover the cost.
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WD40 VS. SILICONE SPRAY
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Originally Posted by classicvw
It was probably me that advised against WD-40...................but it dries rather quickly, leaving nothing behind.
Not exactly. It leaves a sticky film.......that is designed to be a Water Dispersant (WD).
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