1998 Cadillac Deville Remote mal-function

1998 CADILLAC DEVILLE
87,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHNARM
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My remote will not open my trunk. It will still unlock and lock the doors, though.

When I push the trunk button, I get nothing, not even clicking.

I tried my spare remote, with the same results.
Dec 16, 2008 at 7:17 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Hi
Does fuel door remote work?
Will trunk button on dash open trunk?
Let me know and will advise
Dec 16, 2008 at 7:58 AM
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JOHNARM
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fuel door-yes
dash button-no
Dec 16, 2008 at 8:23 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Check to see if Valet switch is on located in glovebox
Dec 16, 2008 at 9:52 AM
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JOHNARM
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I looked at it to make sure it was off. Could the contact for that button be dirty or corroaded.
Dec 16, 2008 at 9:58 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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possible causes
valet switch
Body Control Module
relay
solenoid
open trunk disconnect solenoid trem. put test light to term.A black/white wire operate remote if it lights solenoid is faulty.
Dec 16, 2008 at 10:10 AM