I have an 02 A4 and the trunk wont latch. Has anyone ever experienced this problem? I pulled the cover off and it looks like it may be electric, so i checked all the fuses and the were all fine. Any input would be great thanks.. And if anyone know how to fix it or help I am willing to pay!! $$$

Oh yea right before this occured i was installing an amp and ther power wire got loose for a second, i dont know if this may have caused the problem.

 

can you lock the latch manually when the trunk is open

 

No.

 

Even if the locking mechanism is electric, the latch should still be opened by a mechanical device of some sort. If you can find the mechanical device that operates the latch, you may find your problem.

 

try disconnecting the electrical connector from the latch and see if you can latch it manually if you can you have and possible electrical issue if cant latch it ppossible latch

 

ok -thanks for the help !

I disconnected it and tried closing it manually but nothing.
Also i held the trunk release button down and is sounds like it is working. The only thing i could think is the spring load looks it could be loose. I googled the problem and didnt really find anything!!! this blows thank god it's top heavy and looks closed.. lol

 

There is a solenoid located in the trunk that was bad. I had to take it to the dealership! I believe that it was caused from the person I let mess with my amp, bad idea.