Strange spoiler behaviour

[Keyo 47]

Has anyone ever had this issue before.

 

Spoiler does not raise manually or automatically.

 

However if I open the trunk and then shut spoiler it works on manual and also auto 60 mph and carries on working until the car is laid up to rest then same again have to open boot and shut it for it to function correctly. Does the cabling run down the passenger floor pan/ rear door card. Im wondering if I have unsettled some of the cabling whilst doing the passenger insulation

 

Thanks In advance.

Edited February 3, 2020 by Keyo

[Dox 23]

Check for broken wires between the shell and the tailgate

[Keyo 47]

Thanks do you know where the cables run ib to the shell of the car ? Thanks

[Keyo 47]

Ok I think I know what you mean check the rubber casing between the tailgate and shell ?

[robrado974 1]

The motor could also be in need of a clean along with runners .

[Dox 23]

Ok I think I know what you mean check the rubber casing between the tailgate and shell ?

 

Yes, My Audi 80 cab was a right mess, I repaired it with trailer wire, my current winter hack MK4 Golf is in a similar state, but I've got a spare loom to repair that

[Keyo 47]

Just had a look in there weather has dropped a few degrees tonight ! All cables looked connecting and very clean in there, so I imagine it might be carbon build up in the motor or need lubing, think slamming the bonnet loosens it up a bit and then works. Going to give it a water test to make sure no water is coming through the registration lights.

Edited February 3, 2020 by Keyo