Trunk Lid Opens While Riding

  1. If the rear trunk lid opens while riding, then it may be caused by an uneven distribution of forces within the frame and body of the vehicle.  This problem can manifest itself when riding over particularly bumpy roads.
    • The typical solution is to remove the lock mechanism from the rear trunk lid, elongate the hole it occupied towards the rear of the vehicle with a file, and move the lock closer to the latch.
    • Alternatively, using Velcro tape to secure the trunk around the rim of the trunk space can provide a convenient, quick solution to this problem as well as lend an added barrier to protect the trunk space against the elements.