chisav Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 So my rear driver passenger door has just started having an issue (not sure if the super cold weather played a part or not.) with the outside door handle. It will not engage the locking mechanism so the door cannot be opened from the outside unless I use the interior handle. Has any one had anything like this happen before? When I use the exterior handle nothing happens but as soon as I use the interior handle I can see the mechanism moving back and forth. I haven't had a chance to take a look yet since it's been pretty cold and I have no garage. Just seeing if anyone has had any similar issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 My same door (rear driver side) isn't working from outside now, and I've already replaced the failing front driver door exterior handle a couple years ago. I think it's relatively common for the design to fail once you see how they attach to the door linkage. My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chisav Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 So it seems like I'll have to replace the handle? Hopefully it's not a pain in the ass...It might have to wait until spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 It's possible it just came apart and didn't break, but unlikely. I paid to have it done because I didn't want to deal with the hassle last time and think I was all in for under $200 installed with paint. The handle is cheap (like $40 IIRC), and you could have it painted for 40-50 and install shouldn't be too difficult. I may be going that route with it this time. My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06lgtspecb Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 I just replaced my front door handle because of the same issue. In my case a small plastic bracket broke off and it dropped the rod to open the door. I had to replace my whole handle and have it painted. I had my buddies shop do it so I'm sure I got a deal but all and all it cost me $85 bucks and that included the labor to check if part was broken, handle itself, paint, and install. I should mention getting the old one out was kind of a pain and is much easier if you can break the tabs holding the bottom of the handle to the frame. It really took some prying and force to get it out, but the new one snapped in very easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chisav Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 Sounds like a pain in the ass. Looks like I'll wait until spring to attempt this. Luckily I have a buddy who paints so hopefully it won't come out to be too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Pretty much the same story, my drivers door handle broke a few years back. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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