The locks on the car door are stuck closed and I can't figure how to get them open. I don't want to resort to pulling the frame off. It's after 5, so an auto shop is out...@#$%&@! Any suggestions?
2007-04-11 11:33:07 · 21 answers · asked by SlyAlice 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It's a 96 Olds - the door is opened with the lock closed. and screw you I'm not breaking anything lol.
2007-04-11 11:40:01 · update #1
Oh, and it's gonna rain soon and note the mention of "after 5" means the shops are closed.
2007-04-11 11:41:30 · update #2
Nope Laurence - no dice. WD40 + a box of tools does not = success
2007-04-11 11:56:12 · update #3
Holy F@#% SH@@$. It worked Cato. and now everyone knows you rock! Thanx!
2007-04-11 12:21:00 · update #4
while lifting the door handle as to open the door, use a screwdriver and pull up on the curved latch that hits when it tries to close. It should spring back into the correct possition.
2007-04-11 11:57:35 · answer #1 · answered by Cato 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure I get this.... ur door is open? As in u can get in and drive the car? If so, I would just drive home very slowly & then call up a friend or someone who likes to fool around with cars & get them to help unstick the locks.
2007-04-11 18:38:04 · answer #2 · answered by FemFatal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a slim jim? You could try sliding it through the top of the window if it's cracked just a little bit. But I think your best option is to find a man to help you. Most are more mechanically inclined and can improvise in these situations. Good luck!
2007-04-11 18:38:03 · answer #3 · answered by Gayle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ALL of them are stuck? Why? Are they frozen? If it's from the cold, get some kind of hot liquid to throw on them.
If you've locked yourself out, get some one with a coat hanger to try and jimmy it open (or call a tow truck).
If they're corroded, you'll be out of luck. Just call a tow truck. There are 24-hour towing services to call, but they won't be cheap. Good luck!
2007-04-11 18:37:27 · answer #4 · answered by wizbangs 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Open the trunk, most of the late model vehicle have a release for the back seat. Fold the seat down & crawl through.
2007-04-11 18:40:25 · answer #5 · answered by Mr. T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's stuck open as I described, I know it's that latch thing. It "rotates" (part of it), then it will shut correctly.
Try the door handle, the lock, up and down, etc. try "rotating" part of that lock mechanism... it will suddenly pop the way it's supposed to be.
The dark "hole" thing on the right on this:
http://www.automotix.net/images/articles/door_front_assembly.jpg
2007-04-11 18:36:11 · answer #6 · answered by LD 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
know when i was little my mom did the same thing. I told her is it your car?"yes".Can you identify most of the stuff about it?yes". then you have nothing to fear if the police come. so she broke in HER car.
unless your inside cause in that case you have a clear reason to do what you planned or brake it off.
that or you can just go to the nearest place and tell the cops your story. as ever embarrassing as it may be.
2007-04-11 18:42:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can call the police, and then they will probably get you a locksmith. Unless its cold were you are and the locks are frozen,then you can heat them up by blowing on them sometimes. Good Luck!!
2007-04-11 18:42:09 · answer #8 · answered by Taddster 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've got insurance on your car, then you could give them a call and find out if you have road side assistance. If you have that, then they can send someone out there to unlock your doors for you.
2007-04-11 18:55:48 · answer #9 · answered by Christopher G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try breaking the window. At least then you can still drive it. Or, you can call Enterprise or another car rental service to supply you with a car until you get your car fixed.
2007-04-11 18:36:12 · answer #10 · answered by Lomoco 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋