1996 Toyota Camry driver side door lock

Tiny
LINDABRAMMER
  • MEMBER
  • 1996 TOYOTA CAMRY
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 80,000 MILES
I am unable to lock the driver's side door unless I use my keyless entry button. If I try to lock using the button on the armrest, it locks, unlocks very quickly.
it also beeps continually when the driver's side door is open. Stops when I close the door. This does not happen on the passenger door.

please help. Thanks for your advice!
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 AT 11:51 AM

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Tiny
DSPLC
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  • 220 POSTS
Are you talking about locking the door with a KEY? I have the same problem before, I seldom use the key and instead I use the remote control to lock and unlock the door. After a few months, the teeth inside the key slot gets stuck. I used a W-40 lubricant and sprayed the inside of the key slot on the door and wiggled the key until it turns freely to lock/unlock the door.

The beeping sound, sorry I can't answer if it is normal or not.
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Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 AT 1:06 PM

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