E36 Boot Lock

[Gad-Westy]

Sometimes on my E36 coupe the boot doesn't lock on the central locking. Seems pretty intermittent. Is this a common problem?

[fixedwheelnut]

Check the wiring near the boot hinge where it goes through the rubber grommet it is common for the wiring to break and short out.

[Gad-Westy]

Sorry to drag this up again.

Had a good look at the the wiring between boot and body as per fixedwheelnut's suggestion and all seems well. I then wondered if it was something that was switchable on the alarm so I dug out the manual. It doesn't cover the alarm/locking system in much detail but there is a passage that says something along the line of the central locking not operating the "luggage compartment" which must be opened with the key. Anybody able to confirm/deny this?

Edited by Gad-Westy on Tuesday 21st August 09:43