Ray-Ray Posted December 7, 2022 Share Posted December 7, 2022 Hi, I have a problem with my mk6 boot release. Replaced solenoid and now only works sometimes. I have to press the button on my dash a few times and hold it in too for it to pop the boot. Any ideas? Would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unofix Posted December 7, 2022 Share Posted December 7, 2022 The fault is more likely to be the boot release handle rather than the solenoid. The handles are a very common failure on both the Fiesta and the Focus as I'm sure @StephenFord will confirm. He's had a few replaced. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecosport2019 Posted December 7, 2022 Share Posted December 7, 2022 The 2002 doesnt have a switch on the handle i dont think? Have you got a button on the remote? If this works everytime then i would say its the botton in the car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenFord Posted December 7, 2022 Share Posted December 7, 2022 1 hour ago, unofix said: The fault is more likely to be the boot release handle rather than the solenoid. The handles are a very common failure on both the Fiesta and the Focus as I'm sure @StephenFord will confirm. He's had a few replaced. Yep, rubbish design of boot handle... (I'm on my 3rd\) https://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/139919-boot-opening/?do=findComment&comment=967408 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomsFocus Posted December 7, 2022 Share Posted December 7, 2022 Mk6 Fiesta boot release is completely different to the Focus. It has a solenoid popper which can be activated by a button on the dash or button the keyfob. No handle on the tailgate. Ford knew this would break soon enough, so fitted an actual key barrel release into the tailgate as well, unlike the Focus! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isetta Posted December 7, 2022 Share Posted December 7, 2022 On cars that have a key hole on the tailgate and remote release I would recommend the key lock is used now and then otherwise on the day you need it you will find it has seized up. I expect some people haven’t tried turning the key in the lock for 10 years 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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