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      12-17-2023, 08:04 AM   #1
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Trunk won't open

Disconnected battery to replace it. Accidentally closed the trunk. Electronics are out now and can't open the trunk.
Is there any way to open the trunk ?
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      12-17-2023, 09:54 AM   #2
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Disconnected battery to replace it. Accidentally closed the trunk. Electronics are out now and can't open the trunk.
Is there any way to open the trunk ?

Use a spare 12v battery to attach to the live jumper post in the engine bay…simples!
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Thank You ! Used neighbor's SUV and connect jumper cable to Z4 ... trunk is open now. Thanks again 🙏


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      12-17-2023, 02:30 PM   #4
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First thing I do is tie a rag on the trunk latch loop
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      12-17-2023, 04:35 PM   #5
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Thank You ! Used neighbor's SUV and connect jumper cable to Z4 ... trunk is open now. Thanks again 🙏

It’s great when a plan comes together ..
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