Disabling the Trunk Release Sensor; Servicing the Trunk Release Sensor- Page 85

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Disabling the Trunk Release Sensor

A. Sensor Lens

B. Disable Switch

Because the sensor detects motion, there are times when
you may want to turn off the trunk sensor so that the
motion of your vehicle or items in the trunk won’t cause
the trunk to open, such as the following:

D

When your vehicle is transported on a car ferry,

D

when your vehicle is towed, or

D

when you will be loading items through the opening
in the split folding rear seat (if equipped).

Next to the sensor lens, there is a disable switch you can
use to turn off the trunk release sensor. To turn off the
sensor, turn the ignition to ON and press the switch next
to the lens for two seconds. The horn will chirp once
when the sensor is turned off. When the sensor is off, the
light in the switch will flash. The DOOR/TRUNK light
will flash for one minute each time the ignition is turned
on as a reminder that the sensor is turned off. See
“Door/Trunk Light” in the Index.

To turn the sensor on again, press the switch again 
or open the trunk. When the trunk is opened, the 
sensor is automatically turned back on. If the sensor 
is turned back on with the disable switch, the horn 
will chirp twice.

Servicing the Trunk Release Sensor

The sensor lens should be inspected periodically. 
If the lens is dirty, wipe it gently with a clean, soft
cotton cloth.

If there is an electrical problem with the sensor, the
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON light will appear in the
instrument panel cluster. There are other possible
reasons for this light to appear. Be sure to see your
dealer as soon as possible. See “Service Vehicle Soon
Light” in the Index for more information.