Unlocking The Trunk Lid/Tailgate

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Applicable to the S80/S60:

The lock unit in the trunk lid on the S80/S60 actually has no "unlocked" mode. The difference between locked and unlocked mode is whether or not the rear electronic module (REM) activates the lock unit when the switch in the trunk lid is pressed.

The trunk lid "locks" and "unlocks" during the normal unlocking procedure. The trunk lid can also be opened separately with a special button on the remote control. The trunk lid can also be opened independently of the central locking system with the key in the lock cylinder on the trunk lid. However, the alarm will be triggered if more than 26 seconds has elapsed since locking the central locking (applies to vehicles with alarm function).

The lock unit and switch on the trunk lid are directly connected to the rear electronic module (REM).