Transit Door Handle Not Working

The door handle no longer moves the tongue far enough.

Transit door handle not working.

2 remove the cable from the latch mechanism. When you enter the keypad code your system may unlock the driver s side door then lock it and then unlock it again. You have to remove the interior panels to expose a hole in the sheet metal through which you detach the handle. Change out the battery on the keyless entry remote control if the car is not responding to the buttons you press.

In order to replace the window regulator you need to take the door panel off by removing the armrest bolts and door handle screws. Your window glass is secured in place by the window regulator. Sounds complicated but isn t really. Just don t damage the water shield.

You ll need tools to remove various sizes of star washers 10 20 and 30 if i recall. After determining the problem with the system the malfunctioning piece will be replaced. If there is a problem you may see excessive play in the window as if it has slipped off track. This is a symptom of a low battery that is going to require keypad replacement.

Put it back into the door panel and test the window. A mechanic can often tell by the sound whether the problem lies with the fuse the power door lock switch or the power door lock actuator. This is due to the battery dieing. The plastic retainer may have opened up and allowed the rod to drop off the latch.

Use pliers or a utility knife making sure to not cut into the black rubber sleeve on the cable. You will have to remove the drivers door panel to look inside the door near the handle and make sure the rod is still attached. You basically have to remove the handles to gain access and put the biggest most brutal screwdriver or oversized square bar you can find into. Removal methods differ by vehicle make year see a repair manual for specific instructions.

3 remove broken plastic cable ferrule. Open the keyless entry remote control with a small flathead screwdriver then remove the old battery and insert the new cr 2016 replacement battery.