1997 Geo Prizm Door Latch

Tiny
AMERS_3
  • MEMBER
  • 1997 GEO PRIZM
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 171,000 MILES
The door on my car will not latch closed. When I try to close it the latch does nothing nor when I pull on the interior or exterior door handle. I tried to manually lock the latch using a screwdriver but it doesnt lock in to place. Is this an easy fix? Help!
Thursday, March 13th, 2008 AT 11:15 PM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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  • 8,548 POSTS
Spray a good penetrant in the lock mechanism (use PB Blaster) to try and free up the lock. It is also possible it is broken internally.
Spray it and let car sit overnight. If it still will not latch you may have to pull the door panel and remove the door latch.
You can replace it with a new one or find one at a junk yard.
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Monday, March 24th, 2008 AT 4:36 AM

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