dom96

Hello,

My GF owns a 2005 Scion tC and has decided to start modifying it.
The first thing we were going to do is fix that Rear Trunk Handle that is falling off.
It looks like that is a common problem with 1G's?

Any recommendations on which one to go with? I see the prices range from $30 to $200 online.

Thanks,
Dom


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Jon

Thanks for joining, dom96! Glad to have you as a part of our community

djjoe05xb

Dom96 Try eBay you can get better built than OEM for about 50 bucks.

DannoXYZ

Greetings & Salutations!

Problem with handle is that people don't realise it's not a mechanical latch like door-handle. It's electronic only! What happens when they pull on it without unlocking 1st is nothing happens. Then they pull harder and harder. Nope, gotta unlock ALL doors first, then trunk release button opens. Best to make it 3 separate operations:

1. unlock all doors

2. press trunk release button gently

3. when you hear/feel it release, then pull up on handle to open

62Fender

Good advice. Might be the flimsiest part of the car. I've babied mine since 2008 and it is still broken on one end.

DannoXYZ

Yeah, I'm thinking this part should be re-created in hi-EMS carbon-fibre and attached with 5x 12mm titanium bolts!!!

62Fender

Now that would last.

This guy got creative with a license plate frame. I might have to do this. Don't know how many times I've had to pick stuff up off the ground because I needed both hands to open the hatch.