My 86 Firebird trunk won't close

[racehorselady]

My husband was hooking up some wires to lights so we could pull a utility trailer. (I didn't want to do it GRRR).
The hydraulic trunk WAS working fine--- NOW it won't latch itself.
This is a longshot but can anyone suggest what I can look for, We checked the fuses. I am NO mechanic--
Thanks
RHL

[housy_bigmike]

using a screwdriver, press down on the little latch that is inside the hatch motor. by pressing it and holding it long enough, it should raise itself up. if it is the scenario that i am thinking of, the latch was probably leaned on and retracted down. good luck

[racehorselady]

Originally Posted by racehorselady

My husband was hooking up some wires to lights so we could pull a utility trailer. (I didn't want to do it GRRR).
The hydraulic trunk WAS working fine--- NOW it won't latch itself.
This is a longshot but can anyone suggest what I can look for, We checked the fuses. I am NO mechanic--
Thanks
RHL

Oh Thank you so much-- The trunk is or seems to be working properly right now.
I LOVE my firebird and it makes me crazy when the least little thing is wrong or if it gets a scratch! Call me crazy You were so nice to reply
.
I am going to stay in touch with this site (it looks like a really good one)
Thanks again SO MUCH!!!