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Old Feb 20, 2016 | 02:40 PM
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Default Hatch release motor doesnt return to rest
I did a search and couldn't find anything on this. My hatch release opens the hatch perfectly but as soon as I release the button the motor stops, it doesn't return to the rest position. So if I don't hold the switch the right amount of time the motor stays in the released position and the hatch won't latch shut. So then I go back and pull the switch for a second or two and then I can properly close it.

Is this something in the motor that can be repaired?
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I forgot your Year Model, Check fuse #24 if 87-89, or #25 if later.

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I forgot your Year Model, Check fuse #24 if 87-89, or #25 if later.

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It's an 88. So that fuse just operates the return to rest circuit?
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Originally Posted by Cosmo Kramer
It's an 88. So that fuse just operates the return to rest circuit?
Correct, plus your interior lights may be out and most likely blew the fuse. I am assuming your already checked #26 which is main fuse for Hatch release.

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Correct, plus your interior lights may be out and most likely blew the fuse.

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Ok thanks Dave I will check it out. Interior lights work normally including the delay, however they don't turn on when the hatch is opened up.
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Originally Posted by Cosmo Kramer
Ok thanks Dave I will check it out. Interior lights work normally including the delay, however they don't turn on when the hatch is opened up.
Most likely #26 fuse, I think I had it backwards in my head.

Check the pin switch on the bottom of the lower hatch lock receiver and the 2 pin connector on the harness to resolve the other issue.

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The fuse in question is rated at just 1 amp - hard to find that fuse.
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Checked my ce panel and that fuse was missing! I happened to have a 1a fuse from when I had my previous 928, plugged it in and voila the motor returned. Thanks for the help, I didn't think of the fuse panel being an issue because the hatch actually worked!
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Gosh, that was easy. I've avoided dealing with the same problem. I still need to overcome my CE panel phobia - I've owned my car 18 months without opening it.
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