2000 Audi A6 Trunk Release button won't work
10-18-2013, 12:43 PM
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2000 Audi A6 Trunk Release button won't work
Hi all, have a question on the trunk release mechanism. Trolled thru the searches but got lost after 6 pages. Sorry new Audi owner.
The trunk release button on the pillar next to the driver seat is not opening the trunk. The trunk does open with a key when I turn it to the left then pull on the latch on the outside of the trunk. I can hear the motor in the release when I turn the key so it sounds like the motor is working.
Is there another part of mechanism that needs to be looked at? Also, read that there is a "Valet Mode" on these cars which may be on and I don't know where to access it (no owners manual). Can someone provide some info on how to access it?
Thanks,
Ather
The trunk release button on the pillar next to the driver seat is not opening the trunk. The trunk does open with a key when I turn it to the left then pull on the latch on the outside of the trunk. I can hear the motor in the release when I turn the key so it sounds like the motor is working.
Is there another part of mechanism that needs to be looked at? Also, read that there is a "Valet Mode" on these cars which may be on and I don't know where to access it (no owners manual). Can someone provide some info on how to access it?
Thanks,
Ather
10-18-2013, 03:56 PM
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Hi all, have a question on the trunk release mechanism. Trolled thru the searches but got lost after 6 pages. Sorry new Audi owner.
The trunk release button on the pillar next to the driver seat is not opening the trunk. The trunk does open with a key when I turn it to the left then pull on the latch on the outside of the trunk. I can hear the motor in the release when I turn the key so it sounds like the motor is working.
Is there another part of mechanism that needs to be looked at? Also, read that there is a "Valet Mode" on these cars which may be on and I don't know where to access it (no owners manual). Can someone provide some info on how to access it?
Thanks,
Ather
The trunk release button on the pillar next to the driver seat is not opening the trunk. The trunk does open with a key when I turn it to the left then pull on the latch on the outside of the trunk. I can hear the motor in the release when I turn the key so it sounds like the motor is working.
Is there another part of mechanism that needs to be looked at? Also, read that there is a "Valet Mode" on these cars which may be on and I don't know where to access it (no owners manual). Can someone provide some info on how to access it?
Thanks,
Ather
10-18-2013, 06:52 PM
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Check for the manual on a little shelf under the steering column.
Does the trunk open if you press the trunk button on your remote?
If yes, the problem is with the switch in the door.
If not then try the below:
If your trunk lock is turned a certain way, you will not be able to open it with a button. Try turning the lock at 90 degree angle to figure out a different position that would allow a button to open it.
Does the trunk open if you press the trunk button on your remote?
If yes, the problem is with the switch in the door.
If not then try the below:
If your trunk lock is turned a certain way, you will not be able to open it with a button. Try turning the lock at 90 degree angle to figure out a different position that would allow a button to open it.
10-20-2013, 09:38 AM
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Thanks for your replies and apologies for the delay in responding.
I have a new master key and FOB that has not been programmed yet 
so will have to do that first to try it.
The Alarm switch is broken on this car but will get another switch for it. Just trying to determine if I need to get 2 switches or keep the existing door one and replaced the trunk motor to fix the issue.
Will try the FOB option first. Thanks again for the replies
Check for the manual on a little shelf under the steering column.
Does the trunk open if you press the trunk button on your remote?
If yes, the problem is with the switch in the door.
If not then try the below:
If your trunk lock is turned a certain way, you will not be able to open it with a button. Try turning the lock at 90 degree angle to figure out a different position that would allow a button to open it.
Does the trunk open if you press the trunk button on your remote?
If yes, the problem is with the switch in the door.
If not then try the below:
If your trunk lock is turned a certain way, you will not be able to open it with a button. Try turning the lock at 90 degree angle to figure out a different position that would allow a button to open it.
so will have to do that first to try it. Will try the FOB option first. Thanks again for the replies
10-20-2013, 02:57 PM
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Thanks for your replies and apologies for the delay in responding.
I have a new master key and FOB that has not been programmed yet so will have to do that first to try it.
The Alarm switch is broken on this car but will get another switch for it. Just trying to determine if I need to get 2 switches or keep the existing door one and replaced the trunk motor to fix the issue.
Will try the FOB option first. Thanks again for the replies
I have a new master key and FOB that has not been programmed yet
so will have to do that first to try it. The Alarm switch is broken on this car but will get another switch for it. Just trying to determine if I need to get 2 switches or keep the existing door one and replaced the trunk motor to fix the issue.
Will try the FOB option first. Thanks again for the replies
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