Just picked up another Evo 8, and the previous owner disabled the trunk latch (pull handle by the driver's seat) for some reason and I can't figure out how to reconnect it.

I've searched and came up with only how to disable it but not enable it back. The tension/torsion bars seem to still be in place. Thanks in advance.

 

Would it help you if I took a pic of how the cable attaches to the latch (inside the trunk)?


Let me know, & Ill take a pic tonight

 

That would be a ton of help, thanks for offering to do that!

I took a look at everything again and nothing seems to be out of place

 

Figured it out, there is a little metal ball thing connected to the spring that is supposed to hook on the small hinge near the lock, it was disconnected prior:



For anyone wondering in the future

 

Thanks for the update. Good deal

 

I know this thread is old, how do I get the pink think out of the metel clip with out breaking it

 

@thepoint4life23 If youre referring to that convoluted plastic bushing, you can remove with a finger.

 

Thanks, I didnt want to push to hard and break it.

 

Ive changed my trunk more than a few times & so far that part has lived through it. Just be careful & try & wiggle it out straight w/out prying on it too much

 

Thanks i got it out swapped to the new trunk. now the truck wont open. That is a spring time issue.

 

So, even by using the key or the interior latch switch the trunk wont open? Can you gain access to the trunk through the rear seat & somehow pull on the safely release T-handle?

I feel your pain. I broke my engine hood latch cable one time & really had to work hard to get the latch removed

 

I can reach, and or i will just take the back seat out. This will be helpful info to make sure that i put it in the right spot