The Trunk Problem Thing

[tpscruiser]

Welcome!!!

The 2005 Sedan uses an electric membrain switch under the handle on the hatch. Earlier PTs used a mechanical lever. The switch may be bad. Do you live in a cold climate? Sometimes these type of switches act up in the cold.The rubber/plastic shrinks/ get stiff in the cold and the circuit could close opening the hatch.
If you have under 36,000 miles, you should still be covered by the factory warranty. Have a dealer check it out.

[gonzomania]

Welcome Robbi,
If you Have a spare key, use it to unlock the car, leave your fob away from the car (in the house) maybe it's picking up the signal?

[quicksilverdon]

Welcome, Robbi.
I can vouch for that it's not normal.
Suggest you call dealer and speak to service manager - he may have suggestions to try - if not, bring it in - make them fix it.

[Bijou]

You are all absoloutely amazing.......much, much useful info here for which I am most grateful........my sweet (but obviously slightly eccentric) Cruiser is a used 2005 Limited with 22,500 miles....warmish climate ( Northern California)......and get this: I've just discovered that if I turn the key first to ACC before turning it in the proper direction to start it, the trunk doesn't pop open.....curiouser and curiouser......

[CREWZIN]

you do have an odd one there Bijou.

[TxSaintBear]

Bijou,

Even though you bought your car used, it is still covered by manufacturer's warranty for 3 years/ 36,000 miles. You have 13,500 miles and at least one year left if it was purchased by the original owner in mid-2004.

I'd take it into the dealership- either where you bought it or the closest Chrysler dealership to you.

[Bijou]

Alas, I think a trip to the dealer is, at this point, unavoidable.....oh, well....many thanks to all who have advised me wisely.....it's comforting to know you're there......cheers.....Robbi

[CREWZIN]

Let us know what you find out at the dealer Robbi.

[bobs turbo pt]

good luck robbi !!

[FloweryBranchCruiser]

If the warranty doesn't cover it for some odd reason, try duct tape!

Welcome to the fun! [8)]