Chevrolet Epica Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(15,227)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(15,227)

Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement Service

How much does a Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Chevrolet Epica Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement is $118 with $23 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2005 Chevrolet EpicaL6-2.5LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$288.12Shop/Dealer Price$320.78 - $371.51
2006 Chevrolet EpicaL6-2.5LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$246.12Shop/Dealer Price$278.82 - $329.58
2004 Chevrolet EpicaL6-2.5LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$141.63Shop/Dealer Price$163.31 - $205.80
Show example Chevrolet Epica Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement prices

What is the Trunk Latch Release Cable all about?

In some vehicles, the trunk latch release cable allows the driver to press a button from the cabin to open the trunk; in others, it is a mechanical lever inside the vehicle that the driver pulls. It operates similarly to the hood latch release system, but has the benefits of a secondary (and sometimes tertiary) opening system in case of trunk latch release cable failure. A mechanically-released trunk latch release cable runs from the lever to the latch inside your trunk. When the release is pulled, the cable pulls the trunk latch release to open the trunk. In a trunk release with an electric button, the cable runs from an electrical actuator to the trunk latch. If the cable breaks at any point, the in-cab trunk opening system won’t operate. Drivers will need to use their key to open the trunk (or the trunk latch release on their remote/key fob). If the cable becomes seized, the cable could get stuck in the open position, not allowing the trunk to latch closed.

Keep in mind:

  • It is difficult to verify the condition of the trunk latch release cable visually, as it is completely hidden.
  • The cable should last the lifetime of the vehicle, but it can be damaged by corrosion or excessive physical force.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle trunk is opened and any trim paneling is removed for easy access to the cable
  • The defective cable is removed from the latch and the interior
  • The new cable is installed and connected to the latch and control handle
  • The trim paneling is reinstalled
  • The trunk latch release system is tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

If the trunk latch release isn’t operable from the interior button/release, but the trunk opens by using the key, the release cable is likely broken or seized. Have one of our expert mechanics replace the trunk latch release cable.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Trunk Latch Release Cable?

  • Pressing the release button in the cabin does not open the trunk/release the latch
  • Trunk is only operable with the key
  • Trunk will not latch closed

How important is this service?

Because your trunk has more than one means of opening, replacing your trunk latch release cable is not a high priority. This is a convenience feature rather than one integral to safety or vehicle operation. Have the trunk release cable replaced at your convenience.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Chevrolet mechanics

Real customer reviews from Chevrolet owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(15,227)

Rating Summary
14,268
476
111
84
288
14,268
476
111
84
288

Travis

15 years of experience
165 reviews
Travis
15 years of experience
Chevrolet Camaro V8-6.2L - Valve Cover Gasket - The Colony, Texas
Fast and Knowledgeable.

Rusty

23 years of experience
527 reviews
Rusty
23 years of experience
Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.4L - Wheel Bearings Replacement (Driver Side Rear) - Arlington, Texas
BEST MECHANIC ALIVE

Chris

15 years of experience
312 reviews
Chris
15 years of experience
Chevrolet HHR L4-2.4L - Brake Pads Replacement (Front) - San Diego, California
Chris quickly and accurately diagnosed the issue I was having with my vehicle and recommended the proper course of action. The necessary repairs were done the following day ahead of schedule.

Claud

8 years of experience
518 reviews
Claud
8 years of experience
Chevrolet Trailblazer L6-4.2L - Battery - Southfield, Michigan
Great attitude great knowledge

Excellent Rating

(15,227)

Rating Summary
14,268
476
111
84
288
14,268
476
111
84
288
Number of Chevrolet services completed
167497+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Chevrolet MECHANICS
1600+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Register a Car in Connecticut
All All vehicles must be registered through Connecticut’s Department of Motor Vehicles. If you have just moved to the state, you have 60 days to register your vehicle. However, before the vehicle can be registered, you will need your VIN...
How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Car Title in Kansas
For For those who own a car they have a car title that proves this ownership. Keeping this title somewhere safe is of the utmost of importance, which usually doesn’t mean storing it in your car. If the unfortunate should...
How to Choose and Install Specialty Car Seats
While custom cars commonly see aftermarket (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/all-about-aftermarket-parts) additions for performance and overall appearance, only a handful of applications call for the addition of aftermarket seats. In some cases, the seats (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-clean-leather-seats) are replaced with something more comfortable. This is seen...

Catalytic converter going bad. Can I prolong its life?

Unfortunately, there is not much that can be done to prolong the life of the catalytic converter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-catalytic-converter-last) as they are very expensive to manufacture, thus the high cost of replacement. In order for the converter to work effectively, there...

All 4 heated O2 circuit high, and alternator not charging

As you may know, the alternator is unrelated to the O2 sensors and these will not impact the charging of the battery. The charging issue may be related to a bad voltage regulator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/instrument-voltage-regulator-replacement) which is a unit that monitors...

02 nissan altima. I have got the Maf and fuel pump replaced. The car starts but when I drive it after going 50mph it doesnt go up.

Claimed by Kevin Gainer

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com