Abarth 595 boot latch won’t engage

[Martin_MUC]

Hello,
Appreciate any suggestions on this problem.
My Abarth 595 boot latch won’t engage meaning the boot won’t shut.

When I press the boot handle I can hear the solenoid click, so thinking maybe the boot latch actuator is broke. I removed the fuse for the central locking and put it back in (this removal and replace procedure cured my roof not closing so thought maybe it could help this problem - it didn’t!).
The latch seems to be in the correct position, ie you can push it round with a screwdriver to reveal the hook part of the latch - wondering if it’s somehow got out of sync.

Activating the central locking doesn’t help.

Cheers
Martin.

[ecsrobin]

Most likely it’s the boot wiring loom. Open the boot and check the wires they’re prone to wear.

[Martin_MUC]

Ok, thanks for the suggestion I’ll check it out although the car is not yet 3 years old so didn’t think the wiring would be the problem.
Cheers
Martin.

[ecsrobin]

Martin_MUC said:

Ok, thanks for the suggestion I’ll check it out although the car is not yet 3 years old so didn’t think the wiring would be the problem.
Cheers
Martin.

It rubs as you open and close the boot so is common despite the age.

[Martin_MUC]

Ok, got you.
Cheers
Martin.

[ecsrobin]

If it is this and you find they’re not repairable you can get a repair set

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/353909396761?hash=item5...

[Martin_MUC]

Hi,
Just back in from removing the insulation tape but all wires look good.
Thanks for the tip on a replacement.
I'm going to have to find someone who can check the electrics out better than me.
Cheers
Martin.

[ecsrobin]

Martin_MUC said:

Hi,
Just back in from removing the insulation tape but all wires look good.
Thanks for the tip on a replacement.
I'm going to have to find someone who can check the electrics out better than me.
Cheers
Martin.

Is it still under warranty?

[Martin_MUC]

5 months out of warranty, already spoke to the garage who sold it to us new about another problem and they weren't interested. Fiat also said tough!
Cheers
Martin.