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I had this same problem in the cold with my 01 Tribute. I used a degreaser to clean out the latch and then a light aerosol oil to protect it. No problems sense.
It is in the door latch. You need to replace those switches. There are two in the drivers door and one in the passengers door. Take the door panels off and remove door latch and replace swithes.
Most years, Right of the hood latch release under the drivers Dash near the floor
Replace it with a new or used one.
I have dealt with this problem before at our bodyshop. Basically, a spring inside the latch has broke, and now there is no way to release the latch, even by manually pulling on the release lever at the latch. Prepare to replace the latch, as it is not repairable. Be prepared to be working inside the car. To make it easier to work, unbolt the seat, and remove from the car. Remove the door panel, and also the door handle. You will have to chisel at the plastic part of the latch, and break it off bit by bit. Eventually you will be able to release the latch. good luck
Best left to a gunsmith.
How do you replace the tail gate latch on a Ford f150
What is a door latch mhahahaha lol Joking! Answer: Replace it with duct tape
Replace the door latch.
With a Large Hammer
To replace a hood latch on a 1995 F-150, the old hood latch will have to be cut out with a blow torch. The new hood latch will have to be welded in place. Securing with bolts after welding will make the hood latch stronger than that of the original.
Use pliers to pull cord or replace latch.