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Old 12-13-2009, 05:07 PM
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my hatch wont open. is there a way to make it open? is there a way to remove the panel over the inside of it so i can get to the linkage?
Old 12-13-2009, 05:26 PM
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try pulling the latch and hitting the liscense plate at the same time. i know it sounds dumb, but thats the only way my GF'S will open...

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you can pull the rear panel off,but its much easier when the hatch is open though.
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For my hatch I have to put weight down on it and then open at the same time.
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my xj was like that to i had to put weight on it to open it. i have tried it with this truck but it still wont open
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i got it open thanks for the help guys
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