trunk lock

[KDJ]

I just bought a 2010 Mazda3 and the trunk doesn't open withe key fob but does with the key. The light on the fob blinks when pushed but there's no sound from the lock. I didn't see a listing for a fuse for this and all other electrical parts work. A fuse or the lock itself? Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

[Mazdy]

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[SonicBoy]

Check to see if the white slide switch on the side of the lock has been engaged. Look in the manual about valet mode.

[KDJ]

I don't see anything about the valet mode in my manual. My fob has the 4 buttons lock, unlock, trunk and panic. Maybe I should just check and see if the lock solenoid is getting power or not. Does that make sense? I can check for the white switch at the same time. Thanks

[SonicBoy]

Checking power to the trunk lock(solenoid) would then be an appropriate step if you hear no sound when pressing the remote.

Perhaps there is a bad electrical connection to that solenoid.

[KDJ]

Yup...bad solenoid. Now to see if I can find a used one.