Okay I need help asap.

smilexelectric · 02-04-2009, 10:45 AM

Well Im trying to take the panel off on the driver side, but I cant get the window roller off, I dont have power windows ^.^

And also, the latch that locks the door close is not working its in the closed position, so when I try to close the door it just bounces off. How do I reset it?

75K30 · 02-04-2009, 10:58 AM

What are you working on????

Most manual window levers have a clip on the backside of the handle. It can be removed with a special tool, or a small pick set can be used if you can push the door panel in far enough to remove the clip.

For your door latch, the latch is closed, and you will have to use a screwdriver to place pressure on the latch just like the striker would, and release the latch with the working handle at the same time. The hook shaped latch will pop open and will once again work like normal.
So you have to open the door completely, and lift the door lever, or pull it or do anything just like you were openeing the door. If the outside handle is busted, then use the inside one. If the insideone is broken, then use the outside handle. Make sure the door is unlocked and once you pull the handle, and apply some pressure to the latch itself, it will open, and your door will work again. It is closed right now, and is hitting the striker.

smilexelectric · 02-04-2009, 11:02 AM

All this BS for a stupid exterior door handle that needs replaced....

I cant seem to find the clip I know it's there I just cant get it though.

smilexelectric · 02-04-2009, 11:07 AM

Okay I just fixed the latch

smilexelectric · 02-04-2009, 11:08 AM

Now I just need to know where the clip is. I've dragged a hook tool on the inside of the handle but I can't find the stupid thing.

leolkfrm · 02-04-2009, 11:09 AM

i assume you mean the horse shoe clip
the ends should point towads the handle it will be up against the handle
a jewlers pick will pull it off from the loop side, or a small piece of bent wire. the also make a tool

leolkfrm · 02-04-2009, 11:13 AM

if properly installed the loop is away from the long side

smilexelectric · 02-04-2009, 11:16 AM

So I just need to get that pin? I know where that is :-)

leolkfrm · 02-04-2009, 11:18 AM

yep pop it off and then slide it back in the grove to reinstall

75K30 · 02-04-2009, 11:21 AM

The actual clip looks like the greek letter "Omega" and can be easy as pie to remove, but for the first timer can be a real hassle. Even with the tool it can be frusterating.

I cant find a pic of one as this rarely comes up, but here is a suggestion. If your local auto parts store is not too far, you can run down and buy the tool. Good excuse to buy a new tool. The store will have door handles and replacement clips. By the way, buy a spare clip at this point. Later you will see why.
Look at how the clip fits the window crank handle and see how the tool fits. If you have the handle in your hands, it takes the guesswork and magic out of this process. Then with your new tool and new clip, you can remove your door panel.
You will probably lose the original clip during the removal process, so by buying the replacement ahead of time, you will save some time and you can keep your sanity.
This is first hand experience here.

02-04-2009, 10:45 AM	#1
smilexelectric Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 439	Okay I need help asap. Well Im trying to take the panel off on the driver side, but I cant get the window roller off, I dont have power windows ^.^ And also, the latch that locks the door close is not working its in the closed position, so when I try to close the door it just bounces off. How do I reset it?

02-04-2009, 11:09 AM	#6
leolkfrm Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.Y. Posts: 4,300	i assume you mean the horse shoe clip the ends should point towads the handle it will be up against the handle a jewlers pick will pull it off from the loop side, or a small piece of bent wire. the also make a tool __________________ 4 wheels move the body 2 wheels move the soul B.W.A.I

02-04-2009, 11:13 AM	#7
leolkfrm Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.Y. Posts: 4,300	if properly installed the loop is away from the long side __________________ 4 wheels move the body 2 wheels move the soul B.W.A.I

02-04-2009, 11:18 AM	#9
leolkfrm Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.Y. Posts: 4,300	yep pop it off and then slide it back in the grove to reinstall __________________ 4 wheels move the body 2 wheels move the soul B.W.A.I

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02-04-2009, 10:58 AM	#2
75K30 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,992	What are you working on???? Most manual window levers have a clip on the backside of the handle. It can be removed with a special tool, or a small pick set can be used if you can push the door panel in far enough to remove the clip. For your door latch, the latch is closed, and you will have to use a screwdriver to place pressure on the latch just like the striker would, and release the latch with the working handle at the same time. The hook shaped latch will pop open and will once again work like normal. So you have to open the door completely, and lift the door lever, or pull it or do anything just like you were openeing the door. If the outside handle is busted, then use the inside one. If the insideone is broken, then use the outside handle. Make sure the door is unlocked and once you pull the handle, and apply some pressure to the latch itself, it will open, and your door will work again. It is closed right now, and is hitting the striker.

02-04-2009, 11:02 AM	#3
smilexelectric Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 439	All this BS for a stupid exterior door handle that needs replaced.... I cant seem to find the clip I know it's there I just cant get it though.

02-04-2009, 11:07 AM	#4
smilexelectric Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 439	Okay I just fixed the latch

02-04-2009, 11:08 AM	#5
smilexelectric Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 439	Now I just need to know where the clip is. I've dragged a hook tool on the inside of the handle but I can't find the stupid thing.

02-04-2009, 11:16 AM	#8
smilexelectric Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 439	So I just need to get that pin? I know where that is :-)

02-04-2009, 11:21 AM	#10
75K30 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,992	The actual clip looks like the greek letter "Omega" and can be easy as pie to remove, but for the first timer can be a real hassle. Even with the tool it can be frusterating. I cant find a pic of one as this rarely comes up, but here is a suggestion. If your local auto parts store is not too far, you can run down and buy the tool. Good excuse to buy a new tool. The store will have door handles and replacement clips. By the way, buy a spare clip at this point. Later you will see why. Look at how the clip fits the window crank handle and see how the tool fits. If you have the handle in your hands, it takes the guesswork and magic out of this process. Then with your new tool and new clip, you can remove your door panel. You will probably lose the original clip during the removal process, so by buying the replacement ahead of time, you will save some time and you can keep your sanity. This is first hand experience here.

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