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Megane II 2004 - Rear boot lock and rear washer does not work.

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  • #1 17284701
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    Hello,

    car as in the HB version.
    I checked:
    - the flap opening button (functional)
    - the lock itself works for a short time, the switch that is in it, signaling its opening, is also functional.
    -grommet with wires, trunk lid, functional.
    - a cube inside the trunk, 6 pins like needles, no moisture.

    UCH is controlled by the tailgate? Is there any other relay out there?

    Rear washer:
    - new engine.
    - works on the windshield.
    - interestingly, the current appears (checked by the indicator), but when it switches to the rear washer, the meter shows that the polarity has reversed, i.e. it is correct, but the intensity is no longer there, the indicator does not light up, the motor does not work.
    - the rear wiper itself works.

    What to check? The handle itself is probably functional, since the current polarity changes.
    I understand the relay soldered in UCH?

    Thanks for any advice / diagram of this car.

    best regards
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    #2 17285376
    milejow

    Level 43  
    Frost160 wrote:
    The handle itself is probably functional, since the current polarity changes.

    Frost160 wrote:
    the meter shows that the polarity has reversed, i.e. correct, but the intensity is no longer there, the indicator light is off, the motor is not working.

    What is the moral of it? - the contacts in the combined switch are burned and hence it does not work, no electronics controls the sprinkler, the power supply flies stiffly from the right handle.
    Frost160 wrote:
    UCH is controlled by the tailgate?

    Got a card flap opening? Did you shorten the opening button cables?
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  • #3 17286056
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    Thanks for the answer.

    In that case, I will check the lever (are you sure that it is stiffly powered from the lever?).
    I thought she just gave the signal to the UCH and the motor drive was from it. It's also strange because the front washer is used much more than the rear and the rear one is burned out.

    It has 3 buttons in the card and that extra button in the Reno logo, so I guess so. The markings are so scratched on the card that you can't see.

    Added after 8 [hours] 10 [minutes]:

    On the tester, the parameters confirm what I checked manually:
    - the opening button works
    -cassette lock shows closed / open-
    - the driver (UCH) shows after pressing the opening button on the flap that it sends an impulse to the lock / bolt to open it. However, nothing happens.

    Current does not come to the lock cassette. There must be a relay in the UCH itself?


    As for this washer, it can also be seen in the parameters each time I turn the spray handle that the controller sees it. So I do not think that there would be electricity through the coin itself, only probably from the driver / relay.
  • #4 17287258
    milejow

    Level 43  
    Frost160 wrote:
    So I do not think that there would be electricity through the coin itself, only probably from the driver / relay.

    If you say so, let's do it.
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  • #5 17287337
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    Let's leave this washer and the price of the new handle (PLN 650, all integrated) for the owner makes this repair unprofitable.

    The lock is controlled by the UCH?

    I will answer myself, it is driven; D
  • #6 17289198
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    Nobody will tell you anything, gentlemen? :)
  • #7 17289263
    milejow

    Level 43  
    On one of the hatch lock motor pins there should be still 12V (pin 2 ankles), on one of the hatch opening button cables there should be still mass, by pressing the button you give the mass to the second motor cable (pin 1), causing it to work. There should be a mass on the lock pins 3 and 4 on the open door lock. Check what I wrote.
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  • #8 17289425
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    I checked today there is no 12v on pin 2 that is to be from UCH, I came to the R2 ankle at the left column and there is no electricity there either.
    The mass on the button is, the switch in the lock works, I pass the mass to the UCH again (on 4 it comes from the button and gives it on 3 as it locks)? To see that the closed flap (here it is ok because in the parameters it shows a closed / open lock)
  • #9 17290887
    milejow

    Level 43  
    Frost160 wrote:
    I checked today there is no 12v on pin 2 that is to be from UCH, I came to the R2 ankle at the left column and there is no electricity there either.

    Then check the installation to the UCH itself, how ok is the power output from the UCH released. A small hint, this power is present only when the central one is open, after closing the car with a card, the power is lost, it appears only after opening the car with a card or after pressing the trunk opening button on the card.
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  • #10 17291018
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    Power output, that is, the plug and the pins coming out of the ear in it, yes?
  • #11 17295900
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    The cable and the plug to the ears are checked, working properly.

    I opened my ear, here's what I found:
    Megane II 2004 - Rear boot lock and rear washer does not work. Megane II 2004 - Rear boot lock and rear washer does not work. Megane II 2004 - Rear boot lock and rear washer does not work. Megane II 2004 - Rear boot lock and rear washer does not work.

    Burnout almost perfectly over the power pin you wrote about.

    Can it be fixed? Is it only a replacement for a stimulant and an immo spacer?

    Added after 17 [hours] 36 [minutes]:

    Is there someone on the electrode who repairs such modules? I wrote to Pawel-Wawa but he didn't even write back, I don't think he is anymore.
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  • #12 17420835
    arrttuurro
    Level 1  
    Hello
    I will connect to the topic. I have exactly the same case. For me, someone also fixed the problem with the cottage industry by connecting + from a location other than UCH, but also active only after opening the central one. I put everything back to factory condition, everything worked as it should for about a week and the entertainment was repeated :( My UCH looks similar, maybe it is not as burned as my friend's. Maybe someone would be able to define what this element is?

    Maybe it's just a bridge like the one above and a piece of wire will do :)
  • #13 17459465
    piskala
    Level 10  
    Well, my topic is solved. If someone ever needed it, there is a resistor installed in the place that burns out. Unfortunately, I found divergent information about its value. One source gave about 100 ?, the other 0 ?. The element that I had had a value of 95 ?, but due to the fact that it was burned out, it is difficult to speak of any accuracy. Eventually I found something like this:

    Megane II 2004 - Rear boot lock and rear washer does not work.

    An ordinary 0? "jumper" is mounted here :) So I put in the right resistor and everything works as it should. The hatch opens every time. The only problem I encountered was the chafing path on one side of the resistor, but somehow I managed to solder it. Finally, I poured tile varnish to make everything stick.

    Below are the parameters of the resistor I installed:

    Resistance - 0R
    Housing - 1206
    Tolerance - 5%
    Power - 250mW
  • #14 17459724
    Frost160
    Level 14  
    Did you have the exact same spot burned out?
  • #15 17460055
    piskala
    Level 10  
    Yes, but not as much as yours. In my case, the tracks were still completely detached. The resistor, on the other hand, was burned out and there was no chance to read its value.
    By the way, I don't know why there is information about two resistor values. Maybe it depends on the date of production of the UCH. I have it from the beginning, i.e. 2002.

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around issues with the rear boot lock and rear washer of a 2004 Megane II HB. The user has confirmed that the flap opening button and lock mechanism are functional, but the lock does not receive power from the UCH (Universal Centralized Housing). The rear washer motor is new and operates for the windshield, but shows reversed polarity when activated for the rear, indicating a potential electrical issue. Various users suggest checking the wiring and relays associated with the UCH, as well as the contacts in the combined switch. A burnt resistor in the UCH was identified as a common failure point, with some users successfully replacing it to restore functionality. The discussion includes troubleshooting steps and shared experiences regarding similar electrical problems.
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FAQ

TL;DR: Megane II boot won’t open and no 12 V at the latch? The UCH often burns a 0Ω, 1206, 250 mW link; replace it. "An ordinary 0Ω 'jumper' is mounted here." [Elektroda, piskala, post #17459465]

Why it matters: This FAQ helps Renault Megane II owners and techs quickly diagnose and fix a dead boot lock and rear washer without guesswork.

Quick Facts

How do I test the Megane II tailgate lock circuit with a multimeter?

Back-probe the 6-pin lock connector. Measure pin 2 for about 12 V supply from the UCH. Press the handle and check pin 1 goes to ground. Verify pins 3–4 show ground when the latch is in the “open” position. If pin 2 lacks 12 V, trace back to the R2 connector and then the UCH. Use a good chassis ground for reference. Record readings with central locking open if needed later. [Elektroda, milejow, post #17289263]

Does the UCH power the boot lock, or only signal it?

The UCH powers the lock. Pin 2 on the lock receives 12 V from the UCH, and the handle switch provides ground to pin 1 to drive the motor. Pins 3 and 4 relate to the latch status ground. This confirms the UCH is the supply source, not just a logic reporter. [Elektroda, milejow, post #17289263]

Why do I see 0 V on pin 2 after locking the car?

Because the UCH removes the feed when the car is locked. Power to the tailgate circuit returns only after unlocking with the card or pressing the trunk button. As one expert notes, “this power is present only when the central one is open.” Unlock first, then measure. [Elektroda, milejow, post #17290887]

What UCH board failure commonly kills the boot lock feed?

A burnt 0Ω jumper (link resistor) near the tailgate output trace is common. The link opens and the 12 V no longer reaches pin 2. Visual inspection often shows scorching and lifted copper near that component. Repairing the link restores normal operation. [Elektroda, piskala, post #17459465]

How do I repair the UCH when the link is burned? What part do I need?

Replace the burned component with a 0Ω resistor, size 1206, 250 mW, 5% tolerance. Clean and tin the pads, repair any lifted/damaged track with a short wire if needed, then solder the new link. Finish with conformal varnish to protect the area. This restored reliable opening in the documented case. [Elektroda, piskala, post #17459465]

Is it OK to bypass the UCH and feed +12 V from elsewhere?

Avoid permanent bypasses. A prior car had +12 V bridged from another source so it only worked when unlocked. It worked briefly, then failed again within a week. Fix the UCH link and trace instead of band‑aids to avoid repeat faults and safety issues. [Elektroda, arrttuurro, post #17420835]

Where is the R2 connector and why should I check it?

R2 is in the left pillar area and carries the tailgate feed. If pin 2 at the lock shows 0 V, check for 12 V at R2. No voltage at R2 points upstream, likely to the UCH output or board-level link. This narrows the fault efficiently. [Elektroda, Frost160, post #17289425]

My rear washer shows reversed polarity but the pump won’t spin. What’s wrong?

The rear washer feed runs directly through the stalk switch. Burned contacts in the combined switch can flip polarity readings but can’t deliver current, so the test lamp stays dark and the motor doesn’t run. Replace or refurbish the stalk to restore rear wash. [Elektroda, milejow, post #17285376]

The scan tool says the UCH “sends an impulse,” yet the lock won’t open. What next?

The logic layer sees and commands the request, but the physical output path is open. Check 12 V at pin 2. If absent, inspect the UCH board for a burned link and damaged trace. Repair that hardware fault before replacing the lock. [Elektroda, Frost160, post #17286056]

Can I confirm the handle switch without removing it?

Yes. Use a scan tool (e.g., CLIP) to view the tailgate switch status. Press the handle and confirm the status toggles. You can also meter the handle’s ground path at the lock connector while pressing. Both tests confirm the switch works. [Elektroda, Frost160, post #17286056]

What is the exact tailgate lock connector pinout I should know?

Pin 2: 12 V supply from UCH. Pin 1: ground switched by the handle to drive the motor. Pins 3 and 4: ground signals related to latch status when open. Use these references for diagnosis and back‑probing safely. [Elektroda, milejow, post #17289263]

How much does a new integrated rear handle assembly cost?

An owner quoted about PLN 650 for the integrated handle assembly. That price can make repair of the UCH output path more attractive versus replacing the handle. Verify current pricing with your supplier. [Elektroda, Frost160, post #17287337]

Are resistor values different by UCH build year (0Ω vs ~100Ω)?

Field reports mention both ~100Ω and 0Ω parts at that spot. A 2002 UCH documented in the thread had a 0Ω link. Always read markings or measure if intact before ordering, and inspect your specific board version. [Elektroda, piskala, post #17460055]

After repairing the UCH, should I protect the area?

Yes. After replacing the 0Ω link and any track repair, apply a protective varnish (conformal coat). This stabilizes repaired copper and reduces future corrosion or vibration damage. It helped ensure a durable fix in the documented case. [Elektroda, piskala, post #17459465]

What grounds should I see at the lock when checking operation?

With the latch in the open position, you should see ground on pins 3 and 4. When pressing the handle, the button provides ground to pin 1 to energize the motor against the 12 V on pin 2. Confirm each state during testing. [Elektroda, milejow, post #17289263]
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