Lol Collision Locking Door

But in some severe accidents the inertia just the force created by crashing into something can be enough to move the rod or springs inside the door and allow the door to open.

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This was not a malfunction of my car. The federal government has set safety standards for door latches that are quite strict. Dorman offers a comprehensive line of door lock rod clips manufactured to save you time money and labor. Locking the door doesn t add additional bolts or anything.

A rod connects the actuator to the latch and another rod connects the latch to the knob that sticks up out of the top of the door. But as alex said this button did not work when he tried it. It simply disables the latch mechanism as you say tom. Locked doors don t make a car structurally stronger but closed doors do.

In some cars the door lock actuator is positioned below the latch. We provide actuators for door locks fuel doors trunk lids back glass sliding door and lift gates. Conveniently available in an assortment of styles. Car door lock actuators are designed to lock and unlock a door without the effort of pulling on a cable and rod.

This feature is by design and intentional. So doors almost never open anymore due to the force of the crash itself. Collision body parts and hardware. Replace only the clip instead of the entire door locking rod.

The answer is sometimes yes. Direct replacement for a proper fit every time. Returns door lock to proper operation.