Well lets just say I am not surprised at that.
I would probably pull it out and verify if it operates outside the door. It likely will not. If it does I still would not trust it.
What was the issue with the original unit?
Got any salvage yards or you pull it places nearby?
Maybe use parts from the "new" unit to repair the old one?
I have rebuilt a lot of latches over the years, the common issue is that they get full of dirt/rust and start binding up. Once in a while you find a broken or rusted spring. They do not show that level of repair in the books though.
Friday, November 24th, 2017 AT 4:53 PM