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Question posted by CLOPHUSLJ on May 15th, 2013

The Rear Hatch On My 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Won't Stay Up.What Acould Be Causin

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Answer #1: Posted by bengirlxD on May 15th, 2013 1:33 PM

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It could be the cause of malfunctioning pistons or he actuator in the tailgate latch may have failed. There are also numerous other reasons why it is not staying open so I suggest you get a diagnostic test of your car done to find the root of the problem.

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