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Old Jul 24, 2019 | 08:01 PM
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I tried switching the door switch from drivers side to passenger side. It’s not the door switch, not sure why my drivers door will not open? It’s a convertible in case that makes a difference
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I would try and clean the door pads. New ones are very inexpensive. I would try that first.
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If that doesn't work, then you will most likely need a new driver door latch assembly. Easy DIY. attached
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hey,,if the door opens ok from outside but not inside ,whats the problem?
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Old Jul 25, 2019 | 09:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Denis2009
I tried switching the door switch from drivers side to passenger side. It’s not the door switch, not sure why my drivers door will not open? It’s a convertible in case that makes a difference
I had the same problem . it was the door latch assembly , easy fix
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Old Jul 26, 2019 | 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by tonycorvettes
hey,,if the door opens ok from outside but not inside ,whats the problem?
It could be a weak FOB Battery, a inner door switch that has dirty contacts to the connector, or a wiring issue.
The door switch can be popped off using a plasdtic removal tool, and the switch can be taken apart and cleaned, much like the outer door pad
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Is the Window indexing when you hit the inner door switch to open the door?
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ok things got worse ,,now the door wont open from the outside now also.and the radio don't know to go off when you turn eng off and open the door,,,i know theres a part in the door and also it could be the door latch behind the seat,i hate to buy the wrong one,,whats your opinion,,,what part first
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