GS Boot - Self Opening?

[cpk]

I've got a 2007 GS and when I open the boot all it does is effectively unlock it and leaves it resting closed but open (if you know what I mean!?)

 

Should the struts have enough power to actually open it fully when the electric lock is opened?  Just wondered if the 9 year old struts need replacing to make the boot open fully when remotely opened?  If not the whole electronic boot lock seems a bit of overkill - the designers may as well put a standard mechanical lock in as you still need to lift it open from the handle/switch position!?

[rayaans]

My IS does that too - I think the reason is so that it doesn't hit someone in the face - trust me, seen it happen before!

[Mike Hartland]

Both my old GS300 and my newer GS450 merely release it. I am not aware that it should open fully.

[cruisermark]

the LS430 is he same - just unlocks it

[Hangie]

Same in mine just unlock. There is some extra feature in opposite direction though. When you are closing it is enough to just slightly push it down (to around 1-2cm from fully closed) and it will close/lock by itself. I believe this is the situation which requires that lock and this is the situation when this funny strap on left side is used :)

 

In my previous accord estate I got fully electric rear tail gate. Useful think but GS solution is also fine.