Hey guys recently when i've been opening my trunk the light takes a while to turn on. Not sure why it only happens sometimes. I was thinking there might be a short on the wire somewhere but still not 100 percent sure since it looks intact all the way to the hinges of the trunk lid. Any ideas what else it could be ?? Thanks
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Most likely the switch mechanism for the light is rusted or corroded. A good cleaning of the electrical contacts will fix this.Owner - Bavarian Restoration
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^^ yup. The plunger in the switch is sticking.101
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Sweet thanks guys for the replies..
Should I just brush the contacts or what else could I use to clean them up ?FS: Plug n Play Second Trunk Light !
My Parts for Sale Thread~
x 1984 325e 2.7i ~ CastroMotorsport Built x Daily Driven
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Clean the contacts with a wire brush and use a little spray lube in the barrel of the plunger..
This is an annual exercise for me on the door operated dome light switches on the Fiat.101
The E30 collection:
1987 325es M52 - Schwarz / Taurus Red Sport (son #2's)
1987 325is - Delphin / Black Sport (son #3's)
1987 325i Convertible - Triple Black
1989 325iX Coupe - Diamondschwarz / Black Comfort
1990 325iX Coupe - Sterling Silver / Grey Sport
1981 Fiat 124 Spider 2000 - Green / Tan
1998 Volvo V70 GLT - White / Tan
1998 Volvo S70 T5 manual - White / Taupe
2001 Ford Windstar - Silver / Grey (parts hauler)
2006 Lexus GX470 - White / Tan (tow rig)
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Perhaps a PO installed a George graves a trunk light delay switch
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