92 Power Trunk Closer

[LordofDarts]

It went dead today, and I cannot make the trunk close completely by manual push. I dont NEED a power closer, but is there an easy way to disable the mechanism or control so it may be closed manually. there is no remote trunk closer on my model as far as i know. (just bought it last month). Thanks

[Towncar]

Originally Posted by LordofDarts

.... there is no remote trunk closer on my model as far as i know....

Don't know what you mean by 'remote closer' however, if you remove the entire closer assembly and verify it's dead... you can wind the latch down to the lowest point and re-install it that way. It should close manually after that.

Be sure you check the fuses first, that may be the only problem

[Towncar]

Hmmmm, we were just on this page in another thread, may as well clarify this one with some shots fron the book.

«1992 Town Car/Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis Table of Contents»
«Group 01: BODY»
«Section 01-14A: Handles, Locks, Latches and Mechanisms»
«REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»

Luggage Compartment Latch and Lock;
Lincoln Town Car;
Power Pull-Down and Manual Latch;
Removal and Installation:


1. Open luggage compartment deck lid.

2. Remove latch retaining screws and disconnect electrical connector (if equipped). Remove latch.

3. Drill out two rivets retaining sleeve and cover of lock cylinder to deck lid outer panel. Remove sleeve and cover.

4. Remove lock cylinder clip and support.

5. Remove pop-rivet retaining lock cylinder retainer.

6. Remove lock cylinder and retainer.

7. To install, reverse Removal procedure. Tighten retaining screws to 9-14 N-m (7-10 lb-ft).

8. Adjust as outlined.