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Boot/roof issues

Discussion in 'Problems, Fixes, Tips...' started by Lottie, Mar 2, 2026.

  1. Lottie

    Lottie Copenworld Newbie

    Joined:
    Mar 2, 2026
    Location:
    England
    Car(s):
    Copen
    I’ve had my copen for over a year, and I have never had any issues with the boot / roof. Recently the light for the boot on the dash has stayed permanently red and when I press the boot opening button from the inside nothing happens. I tried the pull lever which releases the lock but the two side parts of my boot don’t pop up and open with it which doesn’t allow the boot to fully open. Today I pushed the button (red light still on) and the boot popped open fine (second time this has happened since), I then shut the boot and once again press the button and it no longer opens. On occasion the boot seems to pop open on the button, but only on its terms. If I use the cable lever it will not open fully. The roof does not work either. Any thoughts as what to do when the boot randomly pops open again on command? I’ve tried disconnecting the battery to see if it will reset the mechanism but no luck. Not really sure where to go from here. I’m confused as to why sometimes it opens and other times it does nothing. Maybe faulty electrics? Please help me!
     
  2. caro

    caro Copenworld Newbie

    Joined:
    Mar 31, 2026
    Location:
    seclin
    Car(s):
    daihatsu copen
    Bonjour,
    J'ai le meme probleme!!
    j'ai mon coffre/toit, il ne s'ouvre plus et le voyant du toit dans l'habitacle est rouge:(
    Avez vous trouvez une solution pour le réparer ?SVP
    Merci d'avance
     
  3. Speed Bump Survivor

    Speed Bump Survivor Copenworld Newbie

    Joined:
    Apr 3, 2026
    Location:
    West Yorkshire
    Car(s):
    Daihatsu copen
    Mk5 Ford Escort Dash
    Hi, I’ve got the exact same problem! I got the boot open and noticed the latch in the middle weren’t opening properly because it was catching, so when I closed the boot it weren’t actually fully locking because it wasn’t going in to the latch properly. Might be worth having a look at that. I’m still trying to work out why the red light is on mine but I think that’s down to a sensor:) hope this helps!
     

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