How does an exterior door handle lock work?

1996 Geo exterior driver's side front door handle will not function the interior handle does... is there a way to reattach the exterior handle without destroying the door?

Yours probably has the same problem as mine...& that is the door handle has broken off inside. Mine has 2 broken tangs & so it will not work but it works inside.

How do you replace exterior door handles on a 1998 eclipse?

You have to remove the door panel and the protecting plastic behind it. After that you have to disconnect all arms from the handle. The handle is hold on two bolts. Some people remove the lock too. It's just easier to work with. If you have thin fingers better for you because it's the best place to work with big fingers. Be patient it might take you a while.

How can you get passenger door open?

pull the handle. if that doesnt work check the child safety lock in the sil.

What are the different patio door lock parts that are essential for ensuring the security of my patio door?

The essential patio door lock parts for security are the lock cylinder, latch mechanism, strike plate, and handle. These components work together to secure the door and prevent unauthorized entry.

How do you open the rear door on your 2000 Honda passport when the child lock is on and the outside door handle doesn't work?

call a locksmith and he would do it for like $20

How do I replace door handle on Chevy 96 silverado?

Open your door. Look at the edge of the door. There is a bolt just about even with the handle. Take that out and then remove the inside door panel. There should be a whole at on the inside even with the door handle, take that out and the handle should be lose. You will then have to take apart the clips that work the lock and door latch. Its not simple, but if you are half way mechanically incline you should be able to do it.

How to unlock the door on a Toyota Corolla?

If the key dosent work then remove the inside door handle and window adjuster to remove the paneling. Then check to see if the lock rods are connected.

Why is my door handle lock stuck and how can I fix it?

Your door handle lock may be stuck due to dirt, rust, or misalignment. To fix it, try lubricating the lock with graphite powder or WD-40. If that doesn't work, you may need to tighten loose screws or adjust the strike plate. If the problem persists, consider calling a locksmith for professional assistance.

How do you open the drivers side door on A Saturn Vue it want open with the remote or the key but all the other doors work fine?

You probably need to repair the door handle and the lock

How do you open a peugeot 307 front passenger door when the handle doesnt work?

To open a Peugeot 307 front passenger door when the handle doesn't work, first, try using the key fob to unlock the door. If that doesn't work, you can manually unlock the door by inserting the key into the driver's side lock and then using the interior door lock toggle if accessible. If these methods fail, you may need to access the door mechanism through the interior panel by removing it and manually releasing the latch. If you're not comfortable with this, consider seeking help from a professional mechanic.

How do you fix a door latch is already in the locked position?

To fix a door latch already in the locked position, first you pick the lock. Actually you many not need to do that unless there is only one door into the room. What you will do will depend on the type of lock. If the lock is in the door handle, there may be a small rectangular indentation underneath the door handle. If there is, put a small screw driver in it and take push it in. While it is pushed in pull out the door handle. You will then see the unit that goes into the hole in the door jam. It will have a place that you can pull back with a screwdriver. Pull it back and then you should be able to open the door. If the lock is one that will not work and you are inside. There should be some screws in the lock itself that you can unscrew and do the same thing. There are also solvents available at hardware stores that you can squirt into difficult locks that will let them open with a key.

How do you remove the door latch cable from a 1992 Ford Ranger?

Door cable removal for a 1992 Ford Ranger1. Remove the door panel.a. Lower the window.b. Remove the window crank handle. The handle has a modeled plastic cover. Take a screw driver and pry the plastic cover of the handle. Be careful, the cover is still attached to the handle at the knob end. Remove the torx screw where the handle attaches to the window regulator.c. Remove 3 screws holding the panel on. One screw is on the elbow rest/inside door handle. The other two are located under the door panel tray (where you put your windshield scraper.d. Remove the inside door handle trim. There is a Phillips screw under the door handle.e. With a long, flat tool (a long flat screwdriver or pry bar) pry the panel off the door. Start at the front bottom and work your way around. Lift the door panel up and out to remove.2. Remove the inside door handle. Remove the 2 Phillips screws holding the handle. Slide the handle back slightly. There is a notch in the sheet metal to allow removal of the handle. Find the notch, lift up and out until the door handle clears the door.3. Disconnect the cable from the door handle. Remove the screw mounting the cable to the door handle. Hold the door handle open and rotate the cable around to release the cable end from the handle. Disconnect the plastic retaining clip mounted to the interior of the door. Pull the cable to the bottom of the door.4. Remove the door latch. Roll the window up. Take 3 screws holding the door latch. Warning: once you remove these screws, there's no going back.a. Drop the latch down a little. You can see through the access hole 2 rods. The rod for the interior lock has a threaded end. The rod is attached to the latch using a yellow plastic clip. The plastic clip has a retaining arm keeping the rod from sliding off. You can rotate the entire door latch to get a better look at it.b. With your hand pry the plastic piece keeping the rod attached to the latch. You have to pry the latch and work the rod off the plastic retaining fixture.c. Remove the second rod which attaches to the outside door handle. This removes the same way the first rod did.d. There is a 3rd rod which attaches to the exterior door lock. To remove this, put your key in the exterior lock and rotate the lock clockwise. This will allow you to see enough of the lock to remove it like the first 2 rods.e. Once you have all rods disconnected from the latch you can extract the latch from the door by rotating the latch around the window channel guide, or dropping the latch down past the window channel guide.5. With the door latch out of the door, pry the cable out from the latch body with plyers.To re-install reverse the process, just like car manuals say.- Helpful hints reassembling.1. Connect rods in this order: Outside door lock, Outside door handle, inside door lock.2. Leave the door latch loose while you are attaching the outside door lock rod. This will allow you some visual clues aligning the rod with the door lock. Also, put your key in the lock and rotate the lock clockwise to see the plastic rod clip.There was a recall of the door handle cable by NTSHA. NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 92V006000.Unfortunately, Recalls do not have to be honored for vehicles over 10 years old.