2003 Chevy Cavalier back doors wont close

Tiny
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  • 2003 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 4 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 59,000 MILES
Both back doors on each side will not latch closed, I have them taped up to prevent them from opening. I believe the passenger side latch has either rusted to the point that it has broken or was broken in attempts to close the door. The drivers side just wont close shut. Is there something I can do about this without shelling out hundreds of dollars?
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 AT 9:06 AM

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Tiny
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While having a helper hold the outside door handle open, use a flat blade tool (screwdriver, etc.) To open the latch open on the side of the door. Latch was probably kicked closed by accident while door was open, this will prevent door from shutting and latching until latch is opened back
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Wednesday, July 29th, 2009 AT 10:39 PM
Tiny
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***The doors shut, they dont latch closed. If the latch was kicked closed, the door wouldnt shut at all. They shut, just don't latch?
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Friday, July 31st, 2009 AT 7:58 AM

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