Outside lock removal
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4th Gear
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Outside lock removal
I have seen quite a lot of posts about locks and good advice for lock problems that quite a few of us seem to be having.
I have two problems that haven't really been adressed.
1) The outer door lock turns freely and does not put torque to the lock mechanism. I know I need to replace this...Here's the problem: I purchased some fishing pliers and can grab on the clip, it just won't move. Do I need to just pull harder? I feel like I could screw up the fiberglass if I pull too hard.
2) I also have problems with the outside handle. The spring that is attached to the handle is no longer attached. Does anyone have a picture of where the spring for the outer handle attaches to the control rod? If I order a new door handle does it come with the spring attached and a new rod?
Thanks for advice!!!!!
I have two problems that haven't really been adressed.
1) The outer door lock turns freely and does not put torque to the lock mechanism. I know I need to replace this...Here's the problem: I purchased some fishing pliers and can grab on the clip, it just won't move. Do I need to just pull harder? I feel like I could screw up the fiberglass if I pull too hard.
2) I also have problems with the outside handle. The spring that is attached to the handle is no longer attached. Does anyone have a picture of where the spring for the outer handle attaches to the control rod? If I order a new door handle does it come with the spring attached and a new rod?
Thanks for advice!!!!!
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St. Jude Donor '09-'11
The clip is probably just crusted with years of dirt and debri, and/or corroded. If there is room you might be able to get a stubby scredriver in there and pry it a little to get it started, just be sure the screwdriver is only prying against metal (lock cylinder and clip) and not fiberglass.
Once you get the old door handle out of the car it will be pretty obvious how the rod and spring go in there, but a new latch handle should come completely assembled (rod and spring in place).
Once you get the old door handle out of the car it will be pretty obvious how the rod and spring go in there, but a new latch handle should come completely assembled (rod and spring in place).
