Rear hatch doesn’t open with switch
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Car: 86 Trans Am,x2 1986 Yellow/Red Iroc
Engine: All 5.0 LB9 TPI
Transmission: Auto
Rear hatch doesn’t open with switch
When I bought the car the guy said it was a ground that was making it not work but I haven’t been able to figure anything out I had the switch working for maybe a week then it stopped really can’t figure anything out any help would be greatly appreciated
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Car: 1986 Camaro Drag Car
Engine: 383 on Ethanol
Transmission: Automatic
Axle/Gears: 4.86 Currie 9 inch
Re: Rear hatch doesn’t open with switch
Check the wires under the console switch. I have seen a broken wire in there just a few inches from the switch.
Also, check all your fuses
Also, check all your fuses
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From: Sophia, NC
Car: 2016 Camaro SS + 1986 Z28
Re: Rear hatch doesn’t open with switch
I had a ground on the switch go bad out back by the release mechanism. I repaired it, it worked for a bit, then stopped. Turns out the the area where the factory had it connected just wasn't grounding very well. I moved it onto a brand new area/hole, and sanded it down for a good contact and haven't had any issues since. ...but of course, check the switch, fuses, etc. etc.
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