Auto Parts: Electric Truck Closer, cadillac sts, injection mold

Question
QUESTION: 1997 CAdillac STS.  How do I replace the electric trunk closer mechanism?  It only works intermittently.

ANSWER: Hi Dave,

So it doesn't close/latch? it doesn't pull down? or it does not unlatch? There are three separate control mechanisms that work the opening/closing of your deck-lid. Which one(s) is/are bad?

Thanks for the question, I hope this information was helpful to you.
Fred
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QUESTION: The trunk does not close/latch as the mechanism does not always raise the latch.  When it does raise most times it will not pull the trunk closed.  It always unlatches. I always assumed it was one mechanism, obviously incorrect. Thanks for your help.

Answer
Hi Dave,

Yes, three separate items. there is a solenoid control for the release (mounted on the deck lid), a latch mechanism for holding the lid closed (the mechanical, key-operated part) and a motor assembly used for pulling the lid completely closed.

Another question first:

Is the item pictured at the below URL's the same item in your trunk?

http://knucklebusters.us/ebay/kb/pix/612.jpg
http://knucklebusters.us/ebay/kb/pix/613.jpg

That is the piece, or similar in design to it, that is broken on your car (I believe). The gear set-up is cheap nylon injection mold and the piece in certain spots is rather thin and prone to breaking if the deck lid is not always gently closed.

I have one of these in my shop and I'm sure I have several more on selected cars on my lot. I currently have these listed on eBay for $50.00 plus shipping. If this is the item you need, I'll ship it to you at my expense. So $50 total.

Thanks for the question, I hope this information was helpful to you.
Fred
Knucklebusters Used Auto & Truck Parts, Inc.
www.knucklebusters.us
570-453-0910
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