issue with boot opening

[tamhay]

Hi all i am new to this forum and i own a 2007/8 jag x type 2.2td saloon model. I am looking for some help i am taking out the factory fitted stereo headunit and dvd drive from the boot the problem i have is when i disconnect the dvd drive and phone module i lose the ability to open the boot. the boot release seams to be powered from the dvd rom. is there any way around this? 

[Trooper2142]

Hi Tam.

Welcome to the Forum.

I've heard off some owners having a problem with opening the Boot lid because of the switch not working properly, and some have fitted myself included a way off opening the Boot if something goes wrong with the switch. And this may help you.

Open the Boot lid and remove the plastic cover that's protecting the Boot lid lock, have a look at the lock and you should see a slotted hole on a flat metal plate, i tied a window blind cord to this plate (you'll need quite a long length off cord) and refitted the plastic cover. As i have folding rear seats i put the cord through between the back rests and tucked the cord between back of the seat and the cushion and by pulling on the Cord the Boot lid can be opened. One owner that didn't have folding rear seats brought the cord from the Boot into the interior of the car by dropping the arm rest and making a hole in the back off the seat and bringing the cord through the hole and when the the arm rest is folded up the cord is hidden. The bracket i've attached the cord to is used in America so that if a child gets trapped in the Boot ( Trunk ) they can open the Lid quite easily , that's what i'm led to believe.

Hope this helps with your Problem.

Regards Tom.