1972 Cutlass Supreme trunk lock

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July 31st, 2023, 12:01 PM

AccInc

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1972 Cutlass Supreme trunk lock

The trunk lock cylinder is removed from my 1972 Cutlass Supreme trunk lid, can you use a screwdriver to open the trunk ?
I can't seem to make that work

July 31st, 2023, 01:00 PM

Koda

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Originally Posted by AccInc

The trunk lock cylinder is removed from my 1972 Cutlass Supreme trunk lid, can you use a screwdriver to open the trunk ?
I can't seem to make that work

Yes, flat head, long, thin narrow blade. Google for a picture of the lock cylinder rod, you are trying for that shape. Also helps to push down on trunk lid a bit to lessen tension.

July 31st, 2023, 05:56 PM

AccInc

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Thanks,
I will give that a try tomorrow

August 1st, 2023, 05:48 AM

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Shine a light in the trunk lock hole and you should be able to see the rectangular hole that the screwdriver needs to go into. turn clockwise to unlatch.