How To Diagnose & Fix an Integra Rear Hatch That Won't Open

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How To Diagnose & Fix an Integra Rear Hatch That Won't Open

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This is a common and known problem with Honda/Acura Integras with electronic rear latches. I believe the effected years are 98-2001. These are only on the 3 door versions so if you have a 4 door Integra this information won't be helpful to you.
The most common cause is a faulty latch actuator, but it could also be the switch or relay. I cover how to make that determination in this video.
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@smashtech8528 8 жыл бұрын

Its amazing to see a channel grow ive been watching his videos since had maybe 10,000 subs.

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that.

@bneyens 8 жыл бұрын

What's strange though is the lack of views. Engineering Explained has roughly the same amount of viewers for example. But his videos have 300k views each. Eric's videos have a fraction of that. It's basically the same story on every video.

@josemagana8864 4 жыл бұрын

@@ericthecarguy As a former Acura technician, did 2001 gsr engines burn oil from the factory? Thanks !!

@TheRealMrCods 8 жыл бұрын

Every time I open KZfaq it seems like there is more EricTheCarGuy. I'm loving this :)

@TheDro 8 жыл бұрын

I had a 91 Integra. I threatened to use a grenade to fix it and things always magically worked again.

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

I've had 5 Integras at this point. I have to say, my 91 was my favorite. Even though I have this car now, I still miss that one. Had 326K on it and was still running strong when I gave it to my son for his first car. Only took him about 4 months to kill it. Sad really.

@bobklumpp8698 6 жыл бұрын

I can't WAIT to fix mine! Putting groceries on the ground is getting old. Thanks Eric!

@Rsx6speed 8 жыл бұрын

My brother's integra had the exact same problem! Thanks Eric for the great videos! More GSR videos, please!

@bobklumpp8698 6 жыл бұрын

Well, I ordered the part from Parts Geek. 68 bucks, not bad, the part came yesterday, installed it today...FIXED! Works perfectly every time. Took longer to clear the stuff out of the back! Thanks so much for the video. Probably would have "lived" with it. You Da Man!...

@NelliG22 4 жыл бұрын

This video was exactly what I needed. I had the exact same problem and was able to fix it easily with your help.

@jordaneven9096 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing some videos about simple things like this. I enjoy the more complicated stuff too, but from a guy who is likely never going to try to rebuild an engine, I enjoy some of these simpler vides too :D

@JacobTechShit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I've spent weeks searching for a new actuator and your video has been literally the only helpful thing so far

@supercoupe6288 8 жыл бұрын

good video Eric, you make it so easy to understand.

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@joshmori9023 8 жыл бұрын

+EricTheCarGuy you need to teach in a school,seriously,more kids would like the shop more with someone like you teaching the class,even with your long videos you dont get boring,great job

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Before I started ETCG I had considered that very thing. Now that I've done ETCG, I'm very happy. However, I think at some point I will see if I can get more involved with helping aspiring technicians in their careers more directly. Probably with Fixing it Forward. Thanks for the comment.

@lawrencehogan7204 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for using a DVOM! I know that everyone worships at the alter of the test light but I have always liked know specifics and unless you have a lumen meter, you're just guessing. Test lights have their place, but once again, Thank you. I am not alone in the DVOM world!

@Kashchey1 8 жыл бұрын

Eric, you're a legend! ive recently got a job in Honda wreckers and your videos are just priceless source of knowledge how to do things)) greetings from Australia!

@dwoodog 8 жыл бұрын

Nice clean wiring. Nothing more hurtin than when you discover the last dozen owners must have been 17yrs old and thought they were car stereo wiring experts.

@davidlara9433 3 жыл бұрын

How do I go about changing the actual switch? I don’t hear any noise when I pull the lever and it gets stuck as well

@christianlanuto7587 2 жыл бұрын

Mine does this as well

@pikzl7117 2 жыл бұрын

@@christianlanuto7587 did you figure it out? mine also does this

@christianlanuto7587 2 жыл бұрын

@@pikzl7117 I actually have not I said f*ck it and never fixed I tried the relay and the actuator n checked fuses idk what the problem could be. 🤷‍♂️

@pikzl7117 2 жыл бұрын

@@christianlanuto7587 Where was the relay?? i’m trying to find it but i have no clue where it’s at

@pellergin 5 жыл бұрын

This was supposedly a reason why my factory alarm would go off randomly, according to the dealership. Thanks for the video.

@scottmarquiss7941 8 жыл бұрын

Wow Eric, That's what your hands look like! All of the vids I've seen you've been wearing gloves. . .always a great part of my Friday watching you have fun in your shop.

@thimiosveni 8 жыл бұрын

love the integra videos eric! keep them coming

@jM-hj2ht 8 жыл бұрын

I am Very impressed with your professionalism. Thank you for the valuable information. You inspire future mechanics everywhere.

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@richardquinones2959 8 жыл бұрын

Eric I swear your video gets better and better love it

@peterfix7411 8 жыл бұрын

simple and good explaining erickthecarguy

@kedaotuning 8 жыл бұрын

Erick u the best always straight to the point love ur videos they been helping me whenever i doub myself on some jobs they just make me confident. keep up the good work buddy

@xUrFaceIsUglyx 8 жыл бұрын

I had this issue with my 94 GSR. Unfortunately it was stolen before I could attempt to fix it.

@360fanboy360 8 жыл бұрын

damn thats rough

@TheDro 8 жыл бұрын

look at the bright side, someone else got stuck fixing it instead

@InsideOfMyOwnMind 8 жыл бұрын

It was parted out in less than an hour after I took it. :) But seriously, sorry for your loss.

@copytech1 8 жыл бұрын

I have repaired many power door actuators by dissembling the old one and replacing the motor with one from a hobby store.You can usually find a direct replacement motor for less than $5.00 .

@DrewChisholm 8 жыл бұрын

Those clips are great... Until you push one to far and the pin falls into the abyss

@SmokeUKTv 8 жыл бұрын

please do a video taking the actuator apart, i have a fault with one that causes the door to lock continuously (apparently it's a rubber bump stop) seeing the process would be a great help before i embark on the journey myself & possibly break the thing in the process, many thanks for all the great vids!

@buannajim8091 8 жыл бұрын

Great job, Eric. Oddly, my biggest takeaway is now I know how you're supposed to remove those plastic trim fasteners. Doh!

@Rodney_Trotter 8 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same

@marksreviewsandrants8554 8 жыл бұрын

Looking at them I would probably just take a screw driver and pry,I would not know unless I read how to do it.There are different clips I always think I might break something.

@InsideOfMyOwnMind 8 жыл бұрын

I've never seen those before. My 91 has the screw type I hate em.

@JimiBrown9 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this great video. I finally have the time to do all the things that I’ve been wanting to fix.

@babykilla1231 8 жыл бұрын

Wow, those push pin clip things are so satisfying, I wanna change all the ones on my accord to the Acura type, haha.

@AutomotiveServiceExcellence 8 жыл бұрын

good job Eric

@MITONFILMS 8 жыл бұрын

I made a video about 10 common integra problems and this was one of them 😂😂😂

@Evan8D 8 жыл бұрын

Saw that ;)

@CamsDroid 8 жыл бұрын

Whoa, I might have broken a couple of those plastic clips before, not knowing how they function. Feel like a bit of a fool now. :-) Thanks for the tip, greetings from Croatia!

@CentralParkShark Жыл бұрын

Actuator fixed! Thank you. Only thing is, how do you keep it locked when you leave? I have manual locks.

@lamprax426 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video Eric, it reminded me to fix my rear hatch latch (different car but still got the job done)

@FactsAngerYou 8 жыл бұрын

love how you obtained an integra eric, been watching your videos for years now and its cool how you only live like 30 minutes away. keep up the great work, would love to see you build a Honda. im located in New Richmond 45157

@BlazingLightSword 8 жыл бұрын

I'm actually hoping he keeps it all, or at least mostly, intact as a stock gsr and not "build" it.... Not only would it keep a decent resale value if he decided to sell it, but he would have a nice piece of good Honda engineering.

@wyattoneable 8 жыл бұрын

Very well done Eric. It would be a bummer if that plastic piece was broken.

@tigershifter 7 жыл бұрын

I really like your video bro, some are so freaking lame, yours was straight to the point and informative, I appreciate that. Unfortunately my integra appears to have a faulty switch, I will have to pull the panel cover and test it, but I have no power getting to the actuator when I flip the switch and I have checked all the fuses. If you have any other suggestions I will welcome your input.

@alexvieira7945 7 жыл бұрын

Im here because this part just stopped working on my 01 Integra...thank you!!

@DeMoNiCDeNiEz 8 жыл бұрын

Great video! Let's see more videos on the integra!

@djnevous3us 8 жыл бұрын

10mm is Hondas magic #

@eliliha 8 жыл бұрын

Eric, had this video been release a week earlier, all of my plastic clips would have been still intact. Now I gotta get some more :(

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that. If you click the link for the actuator in the description, it will take you to a site where you can order those.

@ElectoneGuy 8 жыл бұрын

Eric, it would be interesting to tear down that defective actuator and see if it could be repaired.

@daves_not_here_mannn 8 жыл бұрын

he did a premium member video on that over at the website

@mytten 8 жыл бұрын

So Eric has been a Honda mechanic? That's why he knows hondas in and out xD

@mushy18100 8 жыл бұрын

That's what he says on this video. Lol

@mytten 8 жыл бұрын

Paolo Inigo that is what i am referring to ;)

@fordwindsor351 8 жыл бұрын

This seems more like a bonus video, not the standard Friday video.

@tilokirchner5476 7 жыл бұрын

Eric is the Honda Angel :-)

@iLife64 6 жыл бұрын

This guide also works on the Honda insight ZE1

@itsriotv 8 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see what the problem is with mine. it never worked since the day I got it

@semco72057 8 жыл бұрын

I like the video on that car and learned something I didn't know before. I have a 1999 Ford Explorer which needs the struts which keep the hood and rear hatch up when opened. The ones which came on the vehicle don't work any more and I ordered new ones to replace them, but was wondering if I need a special tool to put the new struts on the vehicle.

@zx8401ztv 8 жыл бұрын

Nice simple and easy looking fix :-D. And if the person does not have a multimeter, a 21 watt car bulb on wires will test for power.

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

yep. I wish I would have suggested that during the video.

@zx8401ztv 8 жыл бұрын

Doesnt matter, this is not the last electrical video you ever make :)

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Indeed you are correct.

@wmz0007 8 жыл бұрын

excellent video, was just thinking about this problem

@manchaboyz1357 5 ай бұрын

I had a different problem with a plastic inside was broken and the 2005 odyssey had the same one for its doors so I just swap the plastic over and it works like new

@AlexAnder-wd4zh 8 жыл бұрын

would you recommend the Integra for a first car?

@billywild5440 5 жыл бұрын

The better ones need to be taken care of. If you want to butcher one, get an LS. If you want a really nice car for almost nothing, get a GS. For performance get a GSR or a Type R.

@pellergin 5 жыл бұрын

If you're willing to fix it yourself.

@filibertovargas8354 8 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video Erik, god bless you.....

@TheStwat 8 жыл бұрын

Great tip for for rubber seal, Eric. :)

@christiansarao1 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid Eric very helpful

@MechanicalMikesRoadsideRepair 8 жыл бұрын

I haven't seen a ETCG repair video in such awhile this feels so different. I'm not trying to diss here just saying. Like the videos keep em up ! (If you notice my picture I'm wearing a shirt I bought at a costume store it says "Lube Technician" LOL)

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what you're getting at. Repair videos have been posted every Friday for years.

@MechanicalMikesRoadsideRepair 8 жыл бұрын

EricTheCarGuy ohh lol now i look like a bad fan lol idk something about this video feels different to me for some reason hmm

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I just bristle when people say I don't post repair videos anymore. Nothing could be further than the truth. Thanks for your comments.

@MrZaib80 7 жыл бұрын

Great Video Eric, just a quick question, where is the trunk switch located? Not the actuator. My central lock doesn't work sometimes, then I have to check the fuse box, Press the 10 amps fuse and it goes back to normal.. Any suggestions?

@VizualeyezProductns 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric, I have a 2000 Acura Integra GS with the driver side, passenger side, AND hatch not working. No sounds or clicks but they all work manually with the key. I bought it used and it has never worked. Do you have a video on how to diagnose that? Thanks!

@blackprelude1 8 жыл бұрын

niiiiiiice super clean integra and install

@karyncady 6 жыл бұрын

GREAT VIDEO. super straight forward haven’t found as good a video as this. Now I can fix my trunk! Allllso maybe you’ll kno how to do this or not but I need help. Please tell me how to fix the door handle so that there’s not much resistance. My problem isn’t that the door sticks, it’s that the door handle has a lot of resistance when I lift it. So I broke it but my passenger side is super easy to lift with no resistance. So I’m wondering what the difference is and I don’t know if a new door handle will fix it because it may still have that resistance, so I’ll just break the new one too. I wonder if it’s the opening mechanism on the very inside of the door where you have to reach into the metal. Insight on how to make this more smooth!!?! Maybe as easy as lubricating it, or maybe realigning? Insight, pleease!!

@amit6430 8 жыл бұрын

sir pls show rear disc brake parking video

@wobblysauce 8 жыл бұрын

Love the Scrivets.

@dominic123212321 8 жыл бұрын

Keep posting these Integra videos man. I've just picked one up that's getting new piston rings and valve seals due to a lying seller, unfortunately. It's cool to see these just for general knowledge of the car. Any tips for waterproofing a leaky tail light? Definitely not the boot seal, lol.

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

Cool, I'm sure you'll enjoy the car. There's a video on water leaks linked in the description.

@reza_dc2 7 жыл бұрын

Great video !

@isaacgarcia8904 8 жыл бұрын

hey eric i watch your videos all the time and they are great, i understand tools are tools they all get the job done.. but i notice alot of your cordless tools are older model's just wondering why you have not upgraded

@wpch1 8 жыл бұрын

I just replaced my actuator motor, it cost me five bucks online... I just spent a little more time than you did. . But I didn't mind at all...

@wpch1 6 жыл бұрын

I just came back for an update, my trunk actuator started to act up again, but it wasn’t that it was the trunk lock assembly, apparently there is a motor inside of that as well that goes bad and if that doesn’t unlock the mechanism fully, it won’t send power to the relay and actuator to open the trunk.. I swapped the motor out for another one from a parted Teg and it worked like a charm .

@omarmontes1358 2 жыл бұрын

hey Eric, my actuator seems like it works but the connection that pulls the opener doesn’t move at all, i can hear the actuator electronically moving, just no open, any insight would help

@fudk_off1312 6 жыл бұрын

my crx has this problem but it unlocks. the hatch struts have gone bad and im wondering if the weight of the door makes it so it just relatches after I let go of the trunk lever

@dylanm312 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric, on my car it looks like the switch, relay, or fuse is bad (no power to the actuator wiring when I push the switch). How do I fix that?

@pikzl7117 2 жыл бұрын

Hey eric i was wondering what i would do if it was the switch that is bad? Because when i move my switch, it gets stuck on each side and i have to manually move it back to its original position. I do not hear any clicking when i do move the switch.

@mikeyzedify 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video guys 👍

@artemisthefrenchie 8 жыл бұрын

Yo Eman some more element videos plz we need that yh2 bud v-tech flowing nice in the crank

@Infopowers 8 жыл бұрын

Just wondering how is that Traxion Stool Seat holding up after a couple of years of use?

@seeya205 8 жыл бұрын

Eric how did you fix the -12 volts problem?

@katotlaw 2 жыл бұрын

I have this problem on my 01 LS and I have 12 volts at the connector just like you showed but I replaced the actuator and it still doesn’t work, any thoughts?

@theloserswinagain5305 Жыл бұрын

Hey Eric I’m having this issue with manual latch. It won’t lock I can’t figure it out

@arkadiyznamenskiy6892 8 жыл бұрын

Eric! FairFox! where is it? are you going to post videos on the whole process of the engine assembly?

@KiaSorento-tu5op 8 жыл бұрын

Subscribed. Great videos. Loved the Sentra SE-R vids

@fabianhernandez3747 8 жыл бұрын

work on chevy colorado haven't been able to find videos on that type of truck

@LuiJoTD 8 жыл бұрын

Do the same for a Ford/Lincoln liftgate ajar message, should be like a 3 day long video... Those things go bad on 100% vehicles

@clinteastwood666 7 жыл бұрын

fixed mine yesterday with one from a junkyard 15 min easy fix

@ahuitzotlmorales5064 2 жыл бұрын

So if I hear a motor running when I try to open my trunk that means the actuar is good right ? Thanks in advance

@gsrturbo3786 6 жыл бұрын

how many miles on that 01 gsr ? nice video

@xLuda007 6 жыл бұрын

01 integra gsr here. the issue i'm having is that when I hit the acuator switch I hear a WWwrrrrrrrrr.... noise when I hold the switch down and nothing happens. hatch opens fine with the key though. Should I replace the actuator or is that unrelated to my issue?

@Seegalgalguntijak 8 жыл бұрын

This actuator looks like it's quite servicable - at least it's got some screws on the outside. So take a look inside? Maybe it's something that you can fix by yourself without having to buy a new part, like the rear window motors of Barbara's van?

@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын

I tried, that's included in the Premium Member version of this video linked in the description.

@damiant2557 7 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on an acura rsx 06. Same exact problem. My trunk has been stuck for a year now. All videos i seen werent helpful at all

@zombieunicornasaurus 3 жыл бұрын

So my switch doesn't seem to make a noise and there is no voltage at the connector. Am I to believe I just need a find a new switch or could there be a fuse or something else I should troubleshoot?

@dogdoc1 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2002 RSX, how do you get into the trunk when there is no key access 🤔

@dannymendiola5470 Жыл бұрын

What if I’m not getting any power to the yellow and red wire

@digitalfox4790 Жыл бұрын

What about if the relay doesn’t click when you pull the lever? I tried replacing the relay and that wasn’t the problem either

@garypalmer37 8 жыл бұрын

I know this is off topic but I'm having a little problem with my transmission it will not go in reverse from drive it goes in. just fine when I get in and go from park to reverse but after I drive and I need to go to reverse it won't go any ideas

@amit6430 8 жыл бұрын

you r my you tube master

@ellesmerewildwood4858 8 жыл бұрын

Eric, in your next life could you please come back as a Mitsubishi tech ? Thanks. :o)

@YouSoundButtHurt 8 жыл бұрын

He'd go broke, nobody buys Mitsubishis.

@MrGerryoc 8 жыл бұрын

To be 100% sure you need to load test the actuater could be corrosion

@bikeman1x11 5 жыл бұрын

sometimes mine make a noise and reads 12v at actualtor showing it is bad other times it makes no noise - is ther ea relay and how do you ccess the lever itself

@aaronk8118 7 жыл бұрын

i have a 91 integra with no acuator. the hatch wont stay closed and the dome light stays on in the back. How do I fix that?

@aalimcallender7626 8 жыл бұрын

hi i have a problem with my turbo is it normal to have oil in the intercoolent and what can be causing it?????

@Iwished4 8 жыл бұрын

I have this same issue with a 2004 Toyota Corolla, CE. After so many back seat, latch pulls the latch stoped working. Now I have zero access to my trunk.

@francistheodorecatte 8 жыл бұрын

The latch cable probably stretched too far to work anymore. On SAABs that have that problem, you can tie the cable through a washer to take up the slack and fix the problem (until the cable outright breaks.)