I opened my trunk up today to check on a leak and when I went to close it, it would not latch. I looked at it and played with it a bit, but could not get it to. It looks like the latching mechanism is not engaging. The area was wet around it, not sure if this played a part. Any suggestions on how to fix this?

I'd try to lube it with WD-40 first. See if it latches if you use a screwdirver to simulate the striker. I'm not aware of any real adjustment that can be done to the latch but never looked.

Let me know if you need a new latch.

I would remove the cover around it first. Remove the ( 4? ) screws and the
airline if you have it.
Disconnect the Remote Opener Solenoid wire.
Will it shut now ? If so you probably have a wiring issue somewhere .
If not try it manually with a screwdriver or something. It should have a click to it with
both jaws snapping into each other.
If it doesn't the latch is your problem. They have springs ( 2 I think )
if they are broke it causes latch issues. Check those.
One of the above should have you going.

JLathem

I have this issue also. All I do it tap the selenoid with a screw driver or anything handy and the latch goes back to he proper position. Selenoid is just not operating some times.

Thanks for the advice. My dad made some room in the garage and moved the bonneville in there and is letting the truck air out. I am going home tomorrow, so i will be playing with it and will try these suggestions. If not, I have another complete one I got from Randman1 (thanks again) that i will be replacing it with. Also got a car cover for if it needs to get moved outside again (dad might be storing a 67 Camaro for a friend.) Thanks again for all the help. I'll let you know if it works.