It was cold and when I closed the door, it didn't latch. I thought the seat belt had blocked it from closing. So I moved the seat belt and slammed the door again. this time it stayed. However, I think I jammed the lock mechanism, becasue now after locking it after getting out of the car, I can no longer unlock the door either with the key or by pulling up on the lock lever insdie the car. How do I get the door to a) unlock and then b) to open?
You probably jarred the locking linkage loose, not fun getting the door panel off to repair it. You could try squirting some down between the panel towards the locking mechanism to see it will free up.
SOURCE: 1998 Ford Windstar fuse problem - dome light stays on etc
you most likely have a bad door ajar switch- the door panel has to be removed to access it, its on the door latch- you can unplug them this will take care of the batt drain prob.as for the locks it may be a switch problem- most ford vehicles will not let you lock the vehicle from the driver's door when it's open to prevent locking the keys in.
SOURCE: Ford F150 Pickup 2005 power doors unlock but will not lock
I had almost the identical problem on my 2005 F150 FX4 Extended cab last weekend. The power door locks would not lock using the keypad, remotes, or door buttons. Almost all other functions worked correctly. The doors unlocked, the radio delay functioned, and the interior lights dimmed. When I used the remote the horn would beep twice indicating that a door was open even there was no message on the message center that a door was open. When I used the keypad or remote, I could hear a soft click from behind the seat. I think it was coming from the body security module or body security module - whatever Ford is calling it this year. I pulled the fuse for the Power Door Locks(BSM). As I removed it, I heard a soft click - sort of like a relay resetting. It may have come from the VSM/BSM. It may have possibly been a stuck actuator releasing. I don't think so. It wasn't that load. In any case, everything is functioning correctly now.
Tracy
SOURCE: 2003 Explorer door ajar light stay on when all doors are closed
I had this problem on my 2003 explorer and took WD40 and gave the lock mechanism a good dose where it meets the clasp on the door jam. Then open and close the doors a couple of times to get them working. They get gummed up and sometimes have a tendency to stick.
SOURCE: My 2004 Freestar rear door is stuck in the closed
there is a rod that connects the solenoid to the lock assy. from inside the van you can move it with your hand or pliers and then open the hatch. you will need to clean up the lock because ther will be corrosion and then use a white grease to lube the whole thing. operate by hand a few times before you close it up. there is an access port by the lock inside the door so you dont need to take the whole panel off.
SOURCE: stuck rear door
I have the same problem with my 2003 I can't get the little door open that is behind the drivers side.
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