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Old 07-01-18, 09:15 AM
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Question Trunk release button

Hi,

My trunk release button on the exterior of the car has a rubberized cover that has started to
decay and fall off. Is it possible to just buy the rubber part itself or do I need to replace the whole button?.

Thanks to anyone one with any input on this.....
Old 07-01-18, 09:21 AM
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I'll get some more info on this. I have my car at the Lexus dealer getting replaced. I couldn't see an easy way to switch it out. I think the rear part of truck will need to all come off and access from there.
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Disregard, found the part on eBay for 7.83$....its easily replaceable, held in place by two small screws.
Old 07-01-18, 09:33 AM
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Let us know how it holds up, wouldja?

Mine is funky, but I rarely use it, opting for the remote, instead. Still, I'd rather it be 'right'.
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Absolutely, mine has turned in to putty and I have to replace it....
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I just changed mine out a couple of months ago. I was going to buy a new switch but seen I can just replace the rubber cover. Yes, it's 2 screws that holds the switch in place but you have to take part of the trunk apart to get to it. Not too hard, just a little time consuming.
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Just replaced it, it was pretty easy, remove license plate lights and slide new rubber mat in to place. Took 20 minutes or so. Part was 7.38$ on fleebay.
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Originally Posted by B777Pilot
Just replaced it, it was pretty easy, remove license plate lights and slide new rubber mat in to place. Took 20 minutes or so. Part was 7.38$ on fleebay.
Link on ebay ? Mine sticky... I don't use it that much but, when I do, it does not feel right... Maybe it's worth replacing if it's under $10...
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Hi David,

Here you go....https://www.ebay.com/itm/Trunk-Hatch...72.m2749.l2649
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Originally Posted by B777Pilot
Ordered, Thanks !
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Thank you very much!

Another one ordered.
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