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How much does Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2014 GMC Savana 2500$258$82.46$175.18-21%$211.46
2009 Ford Fusion$228$82.41$145.99-20%$189.91
2009 Toyota RAV4$248$73.22$175.18-22%$202.22
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250$258$82.46$175.18-21%$211.46
2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV$258$82.46$175.18-21%$211.46
2008 Lexus IS F$251$75.53$175.18-22%$204.53

Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement Service

What is the Trunk Latch Release Cable all about?

In some vehicles, the trunk latch release cable allows the driver to press a button from the cabin to open the trunk; in others, it is a mechanical lever inside the vehicle that the driver pulls. It operates similarly to the hood latch release system, but has the benefits of a secondary (and sometimes tertiary) opening system in case of trunk latch release cable failure. A mechanically-released trunk latch release cable runs from the lever to the latch inside your trunk. When the release is pulled, the cable pulls the trunk latch release to open the trunk. In a trunk release with an electric button, the cable runs from an electrical actuator to the trunk latch. If the cable breaks at any point, the in-cab trunk opening system won’t operate. Drivers will need to use their key to open the trunk (or the trunk latch release on their remote/key fob). If the cable becomes seized, the cable could get stuck in the open position, not allowing the trunk to latch closed.

Keep in mind:

  • It is difficult to verify the condition of the trunk latch release cable visually, as it is completely hidden.
  • The cable should last the lifetime of the vehicle, but it can be damaged by corrosion or excessive physical force.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle trunk is opened and any trim paneling is removed for easy access to the cable
  • The defective cable is removed from the latch and the interior
  • The new cable is installed and connected to the latch and control handle
  • The trim paneling is reinstalled
  • The trunk latch release system is tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

If the trunk latch release isn’t operable from the interior button/release, but the trunk opens by using the key, the release cable is likely broken or seized. Have one of our expert mechanics replace the trunk latch release cable.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Trunk Latch Release Cable?

  • Pressing the release button in the cabin does not open the trunk/release the latch
  • Trunk is only operable with the key
  • Trunk will not latch closed

How important is this service?

Because your trunk has more than one means of opening, replacing your trunk latch release cable is not a high priority. This is a convenience feature rather than one integral to safety or vehicle operation. Have the trunk release cable replaced at your convenience.


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Claud

9 years of experience
640 reviews
Claud
9 years of experience
Lexus ES350 V6-3.5L - Trunk Latch Release Cable - Rochester, Michigan
Very professional and courteous. Explained what will be serviced and made sure I was fine with him working on my vehicle.

Richard

21 years of experience
126 reviews
Richard
21 years of experience
Infiniti EX35 V6-3.5L - Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement - Grand Prairie, Texas
Richard was great. Very professional, friendly and experienced. Work was done faster than I thought. My truck latch lock was not working. It was replaced and the striker hook was replaced.Thank you so much.

Kurt

39 years of experience
33 reviews
Kurt
39 years of experience
Toyota Camry L4-2.4L Hybrid - Trunk Latch Release Cable - Delray Beach, Florida
Communicated well- in advance of appointment. Kept me apprised when he had problem getting parts from Toyota. Fixed the car efficiently. Good job. I will want to use him again.

Steven

11 years of experience
52 reviews
Steven
11 years of experience
Toyota Camry L4-2.5L - Trunk Latch Release Cable - Fontana, California
Steven was on-time arrived at the appointment. He is very knowledgeable in regard to performing his job. He is pleasant to work with and I will use him again in the near future.

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