Door lock problems - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

pat · 05-18-2007, 01:13 AM

Ive got an alarm with keyless entry setup on my truck. The locks work fine and everything, but when the doors are locked I can push the passenger door button and it will unlock the door.
Whats going on?
It wont do this on the drivers side.

cameeks · 05-18-2007, 01:52 AM

It sounds like it isn't locking all the way. I have to mess with the inside handle sometimes becouse it sticks and wont allow the lock to fully set.

GREASEMONKEY72 · 05-18-2007, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by pat

when the doors are locked I can push the passenger door button and it will unlock the door.....It wont do this on the passenger side.

it will or it wont???

but yea it sounds like the lock isnt fully engaging, cause a couple times the button wasnt pushed down all the way on my door and i was able to open it

pat · 05-18-2007, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by GREASEMONKEY72

it will or it wont???

but yea it sounds like the lock isnt fully engaging, cause a couple times the button wasnt pushed down all the way on my door and i was able to open it

oops, drivers side.

So how do I fix it to allow the lock to fully seat?

cameeks · 05-18-2007, 11:48 AM

I haven't made it to the fixing part yet. I would look at the latch first and see if it is clean or not. Then if it is gummed up I would clean it then re-grease it. Someone here might know the right stuff that is supposed to keep them lubed up.

pat · 05-18-2007, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by cameeks

I haven't made it to the fixing part yet. I would look at the latch first and see if it is clean or not. Then if it is gummed up I would clean it then re-grease it. Someone here might know the right stuff that is supposed to keep them lubed up.

Its got new door latches... One more thing, the passenger door has to be slammed much harder than the driver door to get it to shut.

cameeks · 05-18-2007, 03:32 PM

Right now i'm lost haven't got too far into it.

PanelDeland · 05-18-2007, 05:31 PM

I would think the first order of business would be to clean and lube the mechanism,then try adjusting the door so it doesn't have to be slammed so hard.I have to push against the drivers door of mine while locking it.You may also need to adjust the keyless system,maybe the instruction manual has directions.I have found that usually when a modification is made the system it modifies must be in top condition for it to work correctly.

**LockDoc** · 05-18-2007, 09:52 PM

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I think "Panel" is on the right track. With the door closing that hard I bet the latch isn't engaging all the way so it won't let the lock work right. Loosen the door up and see what it does.

LockDoc

pat · 05-19-2007, 07:09 PM

Alright, thanks. Ill try that.

pat · 05-25-2007, 03:08 PM

You guys were right. The power locks werent pulling it down far enough and the door latch opened it up. I moved the lock motor down and it fixed it. After I put the handle and switch and door panel back on, had it ready to go, I realized I hadnt plugged the motor back in. Then after fixing that up and putting everything back on, I realized I left the key operated lock on the door off....
Its done, but was a pretty painful process.
Thanks

falvarez12001 · 05-25-2007, 03:32 PM

I had the same issue, also have the keyless entry. I'll I needed to do was to lube the locking mechanism from the inside and after a couple of tries it worked.

05-18-2007, 01:13 AM	#1
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Door lock problems Ive got an alarm with keyless entry setup on my truck. The locks work fine and everything, but when the doors are locked I can push the passenger door button and it will unlock the door. Whats going on? It wont do this on the drivers side. __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Last edited by pat; 05-18-2007 at 07:09 AM.

05-18-2007, 01:52 AM	#2
cameeks Long Fleet Club Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deer Park, TX Posts: 5,666	Re: Door lock problems It sounds like it isn't locking all the way. I have to mess with the inside handle sometimes becouse it sticks and wont allow the lock to fully set. __________________ Chris Meeks '69 Chevy Custom/10 Long Bed <-- Thread of the work I did before selling. Truck is now finished to the new owners design and running around. I was shown some pictures of the finished product. At least it survived the junk yard. FAQ Index by Krue Site Vendors Subscribe Here Forum Rules

05-18-2007, 11:48 AM	#5
cameeks Long Fleet Club Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deer Park, TX Posts: 5,666	Re: Door lock problems I haven't made it to the fixing part yet. I would look at the latch first and see if it is clean or not. Then if it is gummed up I would clean it then re-grease it. Someone here might know the right stuff that is supposed to keep them lubed up. __________________ Chris Meeks '69 Chevy Custom/10 Long Bed <-- Thread of the work I did before selling. Truck is now finished to the new owners design and running around. I was shown some pictures of the finished product. At least it survived the junk yard. FAQ Index by Krue Site Vendors Subscribe Here Forum Rules

05-18-2007, 03:32 PM	#7
cameeks Long Fleet Club Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deer Park, TX Posts: 5,666	Re: Door lock problems Right now i'm lost haven't got too far into it. __________________ Chris Meeks '69 Chevy Custom/10 Long Bed <-- Thread of the work I did before selling. Truck is now finished to the new owners design and running around. I was shown some pictures of the finished product. At least it survived the junk yard. FAQ Index by Krue Site Vendors Subscribe Here Forum Rules

05-18-2007, 05:31 PM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Door lock problems I would think the first order of business would be to clean and lube the mechanism,then try adjusting the door so it doesn't have to be slammed so hard.I have to push against the drivers door of mine while locking it.You may also need to adjust the keyless system,maybe the instruction manual has directions.I have found that usually when a modification is made the system it modifies must be in top condition for it to work correctly. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

05-18-2007, 09:52 PM	#9
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,515	Re: Door lock problems - I think "Panel" is on the right track. With the door closing that hard I bet the latch isn't engaging all the way so it won't let the lock work right. Loosen the door up and see what it does. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-19-2007, 07:09 PM	#10
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Re: Door lock problems Alright, thanks. Ill try that. __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

05-25-2007, 03:08 PM	#11
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Re: Door lock problems You guys were right. The power locks werent pulling it down far enough and the door latch opened it up. I moved the lock motor down and it fixed it. After I put the handle and switch and door panel back on, had it ready to go, I realized I hadnt plugged the motor back in. Then after fixing that up and putting everything back on, I realized I left the key operated lock on the door off.... Its done, but was a pretty painful process. Thanks __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

05-25-2007, 03:32 PM	#12
falvarez12001 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Antonio , TX Posts: 140	Re: Door lock problems I had the same issue, also have the keyless entry. I'll I needed to do was to lube the locking mechanism from the inside and after a couple of tries it worked. __________________ Why, Because it's my truck 1972 Chevy Longhorn, Dropped 4-7 1984 Chevy Shortbed custom Deluxe (Daily Driver)



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