When I hit the hatch pop button, it pops but I have to lift the hatch by hand then pop it again for it to release. I tried adjusting the rubber stops on each end all the way out but that doesn't help. Should I try greasing up the latching mechanism or what can I do

 

Hmm, mine is a two-time command.
Hit the button twice

 

You might be talking about the key fob, in that case I know I have to hit the button twice. I'm talking about the yellow button to the left of the steering wheel on the dash. Either way though if I use the key fob or the button inside you can hear the hatch lock unlock but for some reason the hatch doesn't go high enough to "clear" the latch unless i lift it by hand and then pop it again (with either the key or the button inside)

 

Needs new struts, I would say.
Or maybe lube the bejesus out of the latch with WD40.

 

I had a similar issue with my 2000. I found a post somewhere on this forum where they offered a simple work around. I bought some springs from a local hardware store and put them on the hatch release mechanism piggyback style. I dont remember the exact spring size but the work around cost like $3 and took less than five minutes. The hatch has popped properly everytime since.

 

Check this link and see if this is what your talking about.

 

my red one does it to i just hit 2 or 3 times allways opens ,if i use the key it never happens so could be just getting old

 

hay peterpar thanks for the link, saved in the how to and faq sticky at the top of this section. MERRY CHRISTMAS

 

Replaced the struts and that did it, now when i pop it the hatch lifts a bit higher and clears the latch, thanks.

 

You're welcome