Drivers Door Stuck???

Firebell AU3SR · 04-12-2011, 12:03 AM

Hi All,

Just arrived home and went to open the drivers door as normal but I got no response from the inside handle (stiff as). Also tried the outside handle via the window- no response!! Got out via passengers side and tried with the key , no response with little turn. If I lock my car with the key pad without leaving a window down, I will not be able to open it again. Any ideas how I can get the door open and what has gone wrong in regards to the lock?? Where is the best place to take the car too??

cheers

Steve

**GasoLane** · 04-12-2011, 08:17 PM

My first move would to ring a few panel beaters, explain the problem and ask if they have a fix for it.

Firebell AU3SR · 06-12-2011, 01:28 AM

Thanks GasOLane for your reply.

UPDATE:

I finally got the door open by pulling & pulling on the snipper rod and the interior handle at the same time. After removing the door trim etc, I soon discovered that the section of the actuator that controls the rods has seized up.I will be replacing the actuator tomorrow with a new one.

Firebell AU3SR · 06-12-2011, 08:25 PM

UPDATE:
New actuator installed and everything is back to normal again.

im bak · 06-12-2011, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Firebell AU3SR

UPDATE:
New actuator installed and everything is back to normal again.

May I ask how much a new actuator cost? New or reco? I have a similar issue....but not jamming, using remote will not close or open car, but key will.

Firebell AU3SR · 07-12-2011, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by im bak

May I ask how much a new actuator cost? New or reco? I have a similar issue....but not jamming, using remote will not close or open car, but key will.

Cost me $140 all up (Trade via a mate) new from Ford. The BA/BF Actuator is a big improvement over the orignal AU one (more metal parts and a built in guide for the door handle rod). The door now closes much better. When you purchase the actuator you also have to purchase a wire harness adapter (different plugs between models) and a new door handle rod due to the change in angle.

In your case, it sounds like your plastic cog has broken which is a common problem. I replaced my 12 months ago. You can buy them on Ebay or upgrade with a complete new actuator.

**GasoLane** · 08-12-2011, 04:57 PM

I've bought two from these guys, cheap fast service (overnight post) 3 years ago and had no problems yet.

http://stores.ebay.com.au/STRUT-ACTU...2&_sc=1&_sop=1