1996 Toyota 4Runner Door Won't Close

TOYOTA 4RUNNER
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LBIDDY
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Hi I have a 1996 4-Runner, 202,000 miles. A few months ago the passenger side door stopped opening from the outside, it would only open from the inside. Today as I was driving the passenger door flew open, and now it will not close. The power locks kept locking and unlocking by theirself also. How can I fix the lock problem, and closing the door? Thank you!
Apr 27, 2006 at 1:31 AM
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LOSONE
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It is obvious that the door was warped when it flew open. You should take off the inside panel and replace the small plastic clip that allows the iside door handle rod to acuate the loack assembly. A 2 dollar clip can cause a lot of headaches. Good luck
May 1, 2006 at 4:35 AM
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Suggested Repair

Remove the interior door panel and replace the small plastic clip that connects the inside door handle rod to the lock assembly. Also check whether the door warped when it flew open.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1996 Toyota 4Runner said the passenger door first opened only from the inside, then flew open while driving and would not close. The power locks had also been locking and unlocking by themselves. The expert said the door was likely warped when it flew open and advised replacing the inexpensive plastic clip that lets the inside handle rod actuate the lock.

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