The trunk latch does not work and I need to know how to open it.

Tiny
CJPATCH6505
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  • 1996 JAGUAR XJS
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I have a 1996 Jaguar XJS convertible. The rocker handle does nothing but the lock works. Is there a way to open the trunk if the latch doesn't work? Thanks, Chuck
Sunday, November 13th, 2011 AT 9:18 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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This one is gonna be tough -possibilities here could be a broken cable or linkage-check what you can do by going thru the back seat
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Sunday, November 13th, 2011 AT 9:31 PM
Tiny
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Insert the key and move it to the 12:00 noon position then try to open it.
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Friday, December 16th, 2011 AT 8:48 PM

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