I have a 1979 early series 3. The boot locks with the electric solenoid but does not unlock. I have read it can be wired to unlock as well as lock. My question is do I need to pull another wire from the front to the boot to do this or is there a an existing wire I can use? Anyone ever do this proceedure?

 

This is on my project list. If you can wait 2-3 weeks I'll let you know how it turns out. Or you go first and tell me:

My plan is to run a second wire to the unlock socket so the boot solenoid operates in both directions

Cheers
DD

 

well the mechanical mod from Jag Lovers certainly doesn't work !!

 

the mechanical mod from Jag Lovers certainly doesn't work !!

 

Hi Doug. Yes, that is exactly how I read you do it. I was just hoping someone would tell me there is an existing wire in there and I don't have to pull a new wire all the way back there. But before I do the boot project I plan on trying to install a Viper 211 wireless keyless entry system. Looks like the kit is available online for about $45. I have the wiring diagram for the car locks - all I have to do is find the appropriate circuit to activate the locks. Jeff