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Old 02-17-2001, 04:30 PM
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Power door lock doesn't lock all the way...

Driver's side - it closes until you can't see any orange, but in order to be locked I have to push it another 1/2 inch closed...how big a problem is this?

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Old 02-17-2001, 05:01 PM
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I had the same problem with both doors. I simply removed the door panel, then cleaned with WD-40 until the lock mechanism functioned properly, then I coated everything liberally with white grease. While you're in there, do the power windows too.

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I did just like JamesC said.

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Old 02-18-2001, 02:23 AM
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Yup, that will fix the problem
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Old 02-19-2001, 10:57 AM
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I agree with the lubing of the rods and mechanism suggestions. I recently did mine. Not that I was having any problems, just for "preventive maintenence". Also check that the rods are still in their plastic guides as well.
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