door latch issues

[JubjubW]

So my rear drivers door had some issues opening unless you hit the unlock button at the right time. and for a while it wouldnt even lock, but now it works like it should with the locking mechanism, however you cannot open it from the inside, just the outside.

After a can of WD40 and some monkeying around I decided its the latch mechanism itself, and I am assuming the lock/latch are all one unit? thats my conclusion after beating my knuckles up...

if so, does anyone know where I can find a replacement? I am having a hard time locating one and I dont want to replace the door because of my graphics package

 

[turk]

So my rear drivers door had some issues opening unless you hit the unlock button at the right time. and for a while it wouldnt even lock, but now it works like it should with the locking mechanism, however you cannot open it from the inside, just the outside.

After a can of WD40 and some monkeying around I decided its the latch mechanism itself, and I am assuming the lock/latch are all one unit? thats my conclusion after beating my knuckles up...

if so, does anyone know where I can find a replacement? I am having a hard time locating one and I dont want to replace the door because of my graphics package

I believe you are experiencing a fairly common problem /weak point with Chevy trucks... my tahoe and my 97 3/4 ton had the same issue. If I am understanding your problem correctly you will definitely have to replace the assembly. There are several places online where you can purchase the assembly.... I'd try Amazon.com. I believe that O'Reilly or Autozone can get you the part as well.

I'm not sure of your application/color, but I believe this may be close to what you need... http://www.amazon.com/Chevrolet-Pickup-Drivers-Inside-Interior/dp/B002XYZYBG

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This may help as well.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHHz7gzT-Q

 

[JubjubW]

thanks turk, but I already replaced the interior door handle, it was originally broken off.... so i drilled out the old rivets and put in new ones for the new handle. The latch i am talking about is the one on the side of the door that actually holds it shut, I am curious if that is one whole unit with the locking mechanism/power locks

 

[ssrado85]

Im having the same problem with my drivers door Just havent had a chance to look at it, Mine actually messes up to where the door unlocks but I still have to manually unlock it from the outside in order to open the door total pita and i look stupid unlocking my truck with the key while im in it Im out of town so I can tear into it but any light on these situations would be great!!

 

[turk]

thanks turk, but I already replaced the interior door handle, it was originally broken off.... so i drilled out the old rivets and put in new ones for the new handle. The latch i am talking about is the one on the side of the door that actually holds it shut, I am curious if that is one whole unit with the locking mechanism/power locks

Gotcha... sorry. I will be absolutely no help then as I have not experienced that..... yet.

 

[JubjubW]

lol! no problem turk

ssrado85 -
I havent had any troubles like that with my front doors but the mechanism looks completely different then the back

 

[ssrado85]

lol! no problem turk

ssrado85 -
I havent had any troubles like that with my front doors but the mechanism looks completely different then the back

I was thinking it was the interior handle not pulling the latch far enough but I replaced that. It seems to me like it has something to do with the latch itself

 

[WalterMitty]

Forgive my impertinence, but make sure the child safety selector hasn't inadvertently been activated or partially bounced out of position.

 

[ssrado85]

Forgive my impertinence, but make sure the child safety selector hasn't inadvertently been activated or partially bounced out of position.

DRIVER'S DOOR!!

 

[WalterMitty]

DRIVER'S DOOR!!

Replying to OP "So my rear drivers door..."

 

[ssrado85]

In an earlier post I said I had to hang out of the car to let myself out. 2 door. I just said driver's door and figured it would be understood since I didnt say the rear "driver's side" door. Sorry for the confusion.

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[JenneK]

Highjacking someone else's thread creates confusion for those trying to help the OP. Prevent confusion; start your own thread.

 

[ssrado85]

Highjacking someone else's thread creates confusion for those trying to help the OP. Prevent confusion; start your own thread.

Not trying to Highjack I am having similar problems so Im interested in what everyone says.

 

[JubjubW]

havent checked this in a while lol! On my way to work I will check the child lock, I may have bumped that messing around with getting the WD40 straw in the right spots.

 

[HDRock1]

Lt,RR ,DR

 

[JubjubW]

the child lock was not on... and the only door latch i could find was on LMC for $150... at this time its not worth it in my opinion since the door opens from the outside and locks fine... the baby seat can sit there