1993 Ford Tempo Passenger Door Lock

1993 FORD TEMPO
163,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
Avatar
MCBRIDE7
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
The driver-side rear passenger door is stuck closed in the locked position. A family member of mine also has a 1990 Ford Tempo with the exact same problem. Are there any ideas to try "loosening" and fixing it ourselves? Or is it probably too complex to where a mechanic will need to fix it? If so, any guestimate on how much it might cost?
Nov 11, 2008 at 6:50 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 110,194 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
Hi:
remove the door panel and check to make sure the linkage to the lock assembly is still attached. I can't give an estimate because I don't know what is wrong at this point.

Joe
Jan 5, 2009 at 3:44 PM
Avatar
FIXITMR
  • ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 9,990 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
are the locks manual or electric?i have seen most electric locks freeze up because of rust/.corrosion.the rubber accordian seal fails and moisture does it's job.there is no lubrication on the mechanism.it's basically a push pull magnet tube with a spiral grooved actuator rod.this is to assure no accidental vibration/jar induced movement.also means very difficult to budge when corroded.i have gotten a few to move by grabbing lock post with pliers and pulling hard.good luck!
Jan 31, 2009 at 1:27 PM
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Ask a Free Question
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.