check your door unless you don't have one
You can search for "door knob diagram" on the internet. You will find generic directions on youtube as well as some on the manufacturer's sites. If you have a Kwikset or Schlage doorknob, those sites will be helpful.
MY GOD YOU KNOB 'ED
On google images type "door handle diagram Chevy C1500"
Turn that knob to activate the pressure.The knob on the door was stuck solid.
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You will need a door knob boring tool to accomplish this task.
The door knob is a lever
You can find a front door latch assembly diagram, for your 1996, Mercury Cougar from the manufacturer website. Many auto-parts websites will have the diagram.
The door knob to the shed is in the sandbox, the key to that door knob is under the front door mat.
my door has a cool knob
If a door is locked, no, the raccoon cannot open the door. However, if the door is not locked, a raccoon can learn to operate a door knob and get inside.
...well... you could describe it as a brass door knob or an old squeeky antique door knob with an elegant floral pattern. Clear transparent crystal , smooth metal door knob, renaissance style, ancient and rusty, moldy, black bronze, ... or glossy marble like porcelain door knob. That's all I can think up of.