Push button frunk opener

[Clicker1944]

Well mine stopped working yesterday. Key still works but electric switch is a no go. Has anyone had the problem and what was the fix?

 

[Bob Denman]

Perhaps that little switch up front got bent?? :dontknow:
Right hand side under the black cover... There's a cutout that allows for a small arm from that swtich to do it's magic.
It's easier than :cus: to bend that arm if you're playing under that cover... pps:

 

[CyncySpyder]

Yeah, what Bob said

nojokeThey bend & break easilynojoke as we've had to have two replaced nowpps: If in the off chance your switch ISN'T broken, I'd suggest checking the fuse for it

 

[Dustybell]

A couple of months ago, we had started up and were ready to pull out when hubby wanted something from the frunk. I pushed the button but it didn't work. Had to turn the bike off and use the key to get him in. The next day I wanted in and pushed the button. It worked. Only thing different was that I was in neutral instead of first gear like the day before. Maybe this is it? :dontknow:

 

[eddieshep999]

Just on the off chance suggest you try the Switch with the engine running

On my Spyder RT-S SE5 2010 Model the front trunk switch only works whilst the engine is running
I understand later models were updated to allow the switch to work whilst the ignition is on but the engine does not need to be
running

Sorry not sure ref the later models but someone will be able to put me right or at least give you up to date information on your model
of Spyder

The note ref the switch under the Funk - Looks like a metal strip Very valid they can break - Mine was done accidently by a dealer who replaced it free of charge

Eddie Sheppard
Reading UK

 

[NancysToy]

One other common cause is a need for latch lubrication...and possibly adjustment. One task that is neglected by owners doing their own maintenance, and even many dealers, is periodic lubrication of the latches and hinges.

 

[CyncySpyder]

23B in the schematic is the Position Sensor we're all talking about

 

[Clicker1944]

Thanks all...here's an update if I push on the frunk and push the button it works. So it looks like the switch may be misaligned.
On the 2011 it does work without the engine running.
Yes I was in neutral.

Thank you all again. I will either try to adjust it myself or stop at a dealership when in the area of one.

 

[stevedfive]

Mine did the same thing. I put a piece of 3/16" rubber underneath the switch (double face tape) and it fixed the problem.

 

[NancysToy]

Thanks all...here's an update if I push on the frunk and push the button it works. So it looks like the switch may be misaligned.
On the 2011 it does work without the engine running.
Yes I was in neutral.

Thank you all again. I will either try to adjust it myself or stop at a dealership when in the area of one.

I suspect you have a trunk liner and the trunk weatherstrip has been pulled off on one side and is intruding into the opening...pushing up on the lid. You could also need a latch adjustment. Lubricating the latch and latch post should help...but check that weatherstrip.

 

[Clicker1944]

I suspect you have a trunk liner and the trunk weatherstrip has been pulled off on one side and is intruding into the opening...pushing up on the lid. You could also need a latch adjustment. Lubricating the latch and latch post should help...but check that weatherstrip.

Bingo...the weatherstrip was the culprit was barely noticeable. Thanks!!!

 

[CyncySpyder]

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[Bob Denman]

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