Main IndexAuto Repair Home Search Posts SEARCH
POSTS 		Who's Online WHO'S
ONLINE 		Log in LOG
IN




Automotive Repair
Car Troubleshooting Topics
  Car Troubleshooting
  Engine Troubleshooting
  Engine Fault Codes
  Electrical and Wiring
  Transmission Problems

Car Repair Topics
  Car Making Noises
  Car Stereo Repair
  Heating or AC Issues
  Motorcycles and ATVs
  Tricks of the Trade
  Truck Repair Advice

Site Options:   
  Login
  Sign up here!



Latest Forum Post
with_replies.gif image   1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no start
I have a 1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no...

with_replies.gif image   Strut spring orientation and strut mount tension nut
2017 Nissan rogue awd 2.5 L Put in Monro...

with_replies.gif image   Transmission stuck in part, I have tried everything
So I'm working on my elderly fathers 201...

with_replies.gif image   2017 dodge journey LED headlights on/off randomly
Year of vehicle 2017 Make of vehicle dod...

with_replies.gif image   Kia Soul starter replacement issues!
Okay so my car is a 2010 Kia soul 2.0 en...

hot_with_replies.gif image   Please Help - Knock sound & engine fail
Hi all, Hoping to get some insight and ...

with_replies.gif image   multiple warning lights
2013 GMC Terrain 130,000 miles 4 cylinde...

with_replies.gif image   03 alero no low speed blower
Good day everyone, I have a 2003 Olds a...

with_replies.gif image   04 Chevy 2500hd tail light issues
Help!!! I have changed my combo switch...

with_replies.gif image   1999 Grand Caravan Sport not starting.
Hi. I'm new here. I hope someone can hel...




1998 Chevy C1500 door lock

Search for (search options)
 



jnuts032
Novice

Oct 12, 2009, 12:43 PM

Post #1 of 5 (4196 views)
1998 Chevy C1500 door lock Sign In
I have a 1998 Chevy C1500 pickup 4.3L 6 cyl...The driver side door doesn't always open from the interior. Do you know what the issue is and what I need to do to fix it?

Also, would it be difficult to install power door locks?

Thanks


re-tired
Veteran / Moderator
re-tired profile image

Oct 12, 2009, 1:25 PM

Post #2 of 5 (4191 views)
Re: 1998 Chevy C1500 door lock Sign In
spray some wd40 into the lock cyl . take the panel off . I believe it just pulls free at bottom . there a screw at handle . spray all linkage. They make an aftermarket kit that has everthing including instructions ,check with a store that sells car accessories. on a difficulty scale of 1 - 10 oi would say a 3


LIFE'S SHORT GO FISH


jnuts032
Novice

Oct 12, 2009, 2:29 PM

Post #3 of 5 (4186 views)
Re: 1998 Chevy C1500 door lock Sign In
Thanks, I will try that but its not that the door handle is not pulling...Its just that when I pull the interior door handle it feels like it is not grabbing on to something which opens the door.

Sometimes if I pull the door handle, hold it and push on the door with my shoulder it will open. Other times it won't open at all and I will have to get out of the passenger side, or have some one let me out of the driver side from the exterior handle.


Hammer Time
Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator
Hammer Time profile image

Oct 12, 2009, 2:45 PM

Post #4 of 5 (4184 views)
Re: 1998 Chevy C1500 door lock Sign In
Most of the handles are made of pot metal and they usually have an arm that reaches out to pull on the rod. It's pretty common for the arm to break off the handle and it will have to be replaced. You won't know until you remove the door panel and inspect to see what the problem is.



~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional.



re-tired
Veteran / Moderator
re-tired profile image

Oct 12, 2009, 6:35 PM

Post #5 of 5 (4173 views)
Re: 1998 Chevy C1500 door lock Sign In
second time was a different prob ,i agree with Hammer. you may want to put some silicon spray on rubber doors seals to ease opening.


LIFE'S SHORT GO FISH





 
 
 






Search for (options) Privacy Sitemap