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Old Jan 11, 2012 | 05:17 PM
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Have any of you any idea of how I can get the driver door open so that I can repair the linkage inside? Thanks
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Old Jan 11, 2012 | 05:39 PM
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Would be good to know in case it ever happens to me. ttt
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Is the door is stuck closed because it's locked? If yes, push down on this part with a long screwdriver.
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If you roll down the window nearly all of the linkage is exposed for your viewing to help open the door. See the previous post to see how to unlock the door. Thanks for the post. By the way, I got it open, thanks all.
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Originally Posted by petes74ttop
Is the door is stuck closed because it's locked? If yes, push down on this part with a long screwdriver.
Yes it was thanks.
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