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Posted by Bob on November 12, 2000 at 13:07:31:

In Reply to: Door lock problems posted by ///Mike on November 12, 2000 at 12:05:43:


Hey,

Besides the other quirky problems with my car, my rear right door will NOT unlock from the inside. It's as if that door had child locks. The door will be unlocked, but you cannot open the door from the inside--only from the outside. Any ideas? Thanks.

-Mike


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the linkage disconnected inside the door, OR the small spring in the latch assembly broke/wore through its attach point.

I have seen the latter happen and "trap" occupants inside their cars. If this is the case, remove the latch from the door and either replace the spring or (if it wore through the plate) simply drill a 3/64" hole next to the old one and attach the spring there.

Bob

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