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How to Open the Boot of a Peugeot 307 When It Is Locked?

Model: Peugeot 307 MK 1 - Years 2001-2009
Part: Checks and maintenance

To open the boot of a Peugeot 307 when it is locked, fold down the rear seats completely: this will give you access to the components inside the boot. Here, you will find the rivets securing the panel protecting the lock actuator: this can now be unlocked from the inside, allowing you to lift the boot from the outside of the vehicle; at this point, you can lower the boot again, so the lock is re-engaged by the actuator.

Updated on 18 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Open a Stuck Boot on the Peugeot 407?

On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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