1998 Chevrolet Astro Back Doors Wont Open Key Fix This

1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO
185,000 MILES
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back doors wont open with the key, how do i fix this?
Oct 16, 2012 at 7:20 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Something has failed at the lock and you need to get the panel off to check.
Oct 16, 2012 at 7:23 AM
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1998 CHEVY ASTRO VAN
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ok, and wut am i loking for after i take the panel off?
Oct 16, 2012 at 7:30 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Dislodged linkages due to broken clips, excessive free that does not allow the key linkage to unlock. Manually push lever inside door panel to see if you can unlock the latch.
Oct 16, 2012 at 7:43 AM
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ok thanks i will try that....
Oct 16, 2012 at 8:18 AM
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KHLOW2008
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You're welcome. Good luck.
Oct 16, 2012 at 8:25 AM
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