97 RAV4 door won't open. Or unlock

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Hi, My 2013 Toyota RAV4 front passenger door lock is caught. It sounds like it locks/unlocks- but we can't get it open-seems caught. How can we fix this? We don't use keys, always have fobs in our poc

rough usage of door handle bends internal mechainism,you will need to remove door panel iside car and replace door opening mechanism or repair it

Dec 20, 2014 • 2013 Toyota RAV4

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2013 Toyota RAV4 front passenger door lock is caught. It sounds like it locks/unlocks- but we can't get it open-seems caught. How can we fix this?

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Dec 20, 2014 • 2013 Toyota RAV4

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How can I manually unlock my rear door if the actuator is bad. My rear fate door is stuck in the lock position and I can not unlock it with the key fob or auto lock. 2007 rav 4

Access the gate latch from the inside by removing the interior door panel. Once the gate is open, replace the actuator and you should be good to go.

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Jul 19, 2014 • 2007 Toyota RAV4

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Key won t turn door lock

spray inside the lock work key in and out tumbler probaly stuck if it works get some graphite for lube

Jan 30, 2014 • Toyota Cars & Trucks

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2002 rav4 doors won't unlock only lock

Change the battery in the remote key.

Sep 25, 2017 • 2002 Toyota RAV4

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97 aurora driver door won't lock after programming new remote

OPEN UP DOOR PANEL......A CONNECTION (ELECTRICAL) OR MECHANICAL LINKAGE HAS MOST LIKELY BECOME DIS-CONNECTED

Jul 30, 2012 • Oldsmobile Aurora Cars & Trucks

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Tucson back door won't open

Tucson has this notorious problem. The door locks operate using a steel cable, just like the clutch cable of most of the motorcycles. This cable stretches out with time and eventually, the throw of the lock (the range of motion) would not be enough to pull the cable sufficiently and unlock the cars. On youtube, you'll find some fixes which basically suggest to cut the stopper in the lock mechanism to increase the throw length of the lock latch.

Jun 01, 2012 • Hyundai Tucson Cars & Trucks

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97 Mercury Mountaineer driver side door won't open. Outside handle flops around; inside handle won't open door

Try a slim jim first, down the side of the window. Or AAA or locksmith. If no luck, remove the seat first. Find the screws and bolts around the door handle and arm rest. Most Ford's have screws around the outer side of the panel. I don't believe your's does. The panel lifts or pops off. Once the panel is off, you can reach down and open the door. Just a note. I have done some to where the panel came out in pieces.

Mar 14, 2012 • 1997 Mercury Mountaineer

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Same problem on mye A3 97 mod

To manually unlock, open the trunk/boot lid, pull back the carpeted panel directly behind the fuel door, look for the manual fuel door release cable. pull it to open.

Aug 24, 2009 • 1997 Audi A4

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Passenger door lock jammed

Your door latch assembly may be compromised. It could be rusted, the electric solenoid (if it has one) may be seized. Or the rods from the key are bent. Are you using th key in this door regularly? If not, the tumblers in the lock may be seized. Spray some WD-40 in the lock where the key goes, and jam the key in & out repeatedly, and retry. Remove the door panel & spray the interior of the latch, also. Hope this works for you; or, you are going to need new latches.

Aug 24, 2008 • 1997 Toyota RAV4

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These can be a nightmare!
Try pushing / pulling all cables and rods available. And key operation if connected.
If there is a solenoid to operate it, remove the connector and use a meter to find the motor wires. Cautiously apply 12v from a handdrill battery - first one way - then the other to see if the drive motor will unlock it.

As a last resort - Drill a 1/4" hole in the lock body - and use that as a pilot hole for a 20mm holesaw - destroy the lock mechanism to gain entry - the lock was beyond repair anyway - so needed replacement - Just don't damage other components if possible.

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You can operate it from the lcok actuator... two rods across the door try to slide them

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