How to open a stuck closed Sliding door on your Caravan. How to fix a sliding door lock on a Dodge.
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- This Chrysler Dodge Grand Caravan sliding door stuck closed. Here's why
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This isn’t for the faint of heart. This project requires patience and you need to be mechanically inclined. I am sooooo sore but I couldn’t have done the job without this video. Thank you.
My door is stuck and I am not mechanically inclined 😫😂.
@cassiemathias2574 What year is ya van? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
@@OnlineMechanicTips It's a 2019. I am now!
O wow,. They have a free warranty extension repair on that but it's for a different year. Because the van nit that old, they still might cover it. It's worth a try
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He's NOT kidding. This is a huge challenge. This video is the EASY part, he doesn't show you the nightmare it is to take the inside part out and then get it all back together. DO NOT attempt this unless you are very mechanically inclined
Used your "unjamming" method to help free up the actuator........huge time saver as the owner didn't want to replace the actuator once we got it freed up. All the other videos only talked about replacing the actuator. Well done!!!
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Hi fellow mechanic here.
From inside the van take your thumb and push and hold the stuck lock to the unlock position.
Now with your other hand press the unlock button.
This will force the module into the unlock position so you can open the door for easier disassembly.
This is exactly what I did. It's really easy to unlock then.
I tried this and it didn’t work for me. Good tip tho. ‘17 driver passenger lock stuck in the middle
The lock on mine is stuck in the middle this would have been much easier if I could move it
Gonna try it this weekend
Thankfully, I only had to remove the handle cover and move the rod by hand. I don't know how long it last for, but your video is very good.
I tried this too on our 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan but it doesn't work for me.
I did the same what Brian Pamall did and this works for me too (Thank you Brain for the hint ;-) )
The sliding door on the left side works now as expected, we will see how long it works
Greetings from Germany
IMPORTANT!!
Try forcing open the lock on the sliding door while pressing the unlock button on the driver 's door it may clear the jam in the actuator and fix the problem. Try it several times if it doesn't work from the first time.
This worked for me! Thank you so much!
Omg you are my hero. This worked !!! ❤❤❤❤
Not working for my piece of crap 2016 Dodge caravan 😢
Good video. And yes, take your time and if you have to take a break and regroup do it. Something like this that doesn't effect the performance of the vehicle you can get the panel off take the bolts off and even wait till the next day and go at it fresh. I did my AC evaporator and did it in three steps so I didn't mess it up. Again thumbs up on the video.
Thanks my friend. It def takes some patient and re-grouping. Good job on that Evap job, ive done a few, now that bad but again, patient..
I am replacing my 2nd actuator on a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. Used this video as a refresher on how to remove the door panel when the door is locked in the closed position. A few pieces of advice just meant to help make life easier. First if the door is stuck in the locked position as the one in this video is. You can free the mechanism without having to take everything apart. This may help you while you wait for a part you purchased or just need the door opened until you can get it fixed or while replacing the actuator. Once you have the door panel off take a pair of pliers and grab the metal locking rod close to the back of the door near the actuator. With a little force push the rod toward the actuator until the door unlocks. The door can now be opened manually, with the button or the key fob. You can also lock and unlock the door as well but you will here the buzzing sound referenced in the video from the broken actuator. Next piece of advice is that this is an advanced repair and will cost you most of the day if not more. I found an alternative method that took 30 minutes to complete and cost was comparative to a new OEM replacement actuator. I am not affiliated with this product or the makers of the video. Just found this alternative much easier than the OEM actuator replacement method.
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That is awesome! I just bought one. Thanks for posting. I didn't want to go through this nightmare.
Thanks for the video. Got my door open. Big job but I saved $$$. Keep them videos coming
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2014 caravan. Door stuck. Here’s what my husband and I did. He took the panels off. Purchased part for $65. I pull and push on silver lock bar at the same time clicked on the key lock and unlock several times
The door locked and unlocked but this is temporary. Once unlocked I took to a local repair shop. He charged me $120 for labor only. I was so happy tipped him with a gift card.
I did a trick of on off with the key 4 times in the ignition and then within 10 seconds hit the lock and boom it was fixed and my door worked!! Nothing complicated at all and no geeting in the door and tearing apart anything!!
Thanks a lot for showing us the problem with the door. Good job!
No problem!
Good video, you showed what needed to be done and it should be enough if you have a little bit of skill. Will be trying it this weekend on the wifes van.
Is tedious work, but it can be done. I used to do body work and jammed doors sucked, especially when you work on commission 😂 I’m glad I only work on my cars every now and then.
Great job explaining! Thank you so much, this just happened to us. Much appreciated and lots of love from Germany!
YW but they extended the warranty on some year models so make sure if yours included. What year is your van? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
I've owned 2 of these vans, they are terrible. Thanks for the good video!
Mine's stuck, and there was no noise prior
On models with the power doors you can open the door with a scan tool. Door module -> actuation test -> latch motor -> release. Set to 6.4 seconds and be quick about it. This will allow you to open the door while still locked. Thank me later.
Which scan tool would you recommend
@@1090RPM I use a Matco Maximus 3.0
I think your videos are great man! Keepem up!
Great video! I couldn’t have done it without your advice and direction. I put it off for 6 months and had to walk away for a bit. After the actuator was free, I was able to open it from the outside.
Wow, man! That’s EXACTLY the problem I have with my GC. It’s on both doors, actually. One doesn’t lock, and the other just jammed shut.
This video really helps, thanks.
Where do you buy the actuators from? Rock auto?
I bought a pair of them from Rock Auto, forget how much.
I did the one that opens first, and when I get a chance, I’m gonna do the hard one.
After that, I’m gonna start chasing down the heated seats. :) I saw you got another one on a Chrysler that should be close enough.
Thank you for showing the entire panel removal and great job doing it all one handed while recording. 🎉
Thank you for posting i will try that my town and country to unclock
Just found tho video. The side that is frozen is not the side making the noise. Thnks for the information.
I’m subscribed to your channel as I own a Chrysler Town and Country you are a Chrysler mechanic and make good videos. Thanks. I need all the help I can get. Btw, what happened to your old intro? It was a good one.
Anyways, the Chrysler dealerships are losing money by charging exorbitant fees on fixing the sliding door lock. They say they need to change the whole latch assembly, which costs about $800 cdn, plus about $400 labor and tax on top of it all. Even local mechanics are charging about the same. I would like to support local businesses and I was willing to pay about $500, but they gave me no choice, I had to do this myself. Now that I did it, I will do it from now on. I created a video which is posted on UA-cam, but the video is long, 42 min, it took me about 5 to 6 hours to do this job. I ended up breaking the same bracket on the appliqué that you did along with a wind deflector which added a additional work, cost and grief. I just removed and reattached the appliqué and window deflector last night using OEM 3m double sided tape, because I did not do it right the first time and used gorilla tape, which did not hold well.
I also take apart the lock actuator in my video if anyone wants to see it. The gear teeth are plastic and are sheared off. I think if they made the gears out of metal the actuator would not fail as often as it does.
Ok. My door was stuck.
First I opened the door by pushing forward the button while I tried to open manually the door (by pushing back the handle). I got to open the door that way.
2.- I took the panel off.
3.- I tried to manually pull and push the wire that goes to the back (to the actuator). I used a tweezers.
4.- After nothing happened I sprayed oil inside the hole where the wire goes to the actuator. I used W40 with the thin straw. I inserted the staw all the way and sprayed 3 times. I waited 20 min.
5.- I push and pull the wire again with the tweezers and suddenly it got unstucked.
6.- Place everything back.
I hope that helps you all.
Excellent video.
Just finished rest of video. (Watched in 2 parts due to my viewing schedule) Your brute “Incredible Hulk” strength is amazing! Good tip about the outside plastic trim that will probably break as you access the bolt.
I have this problem but I don’t have an automatic door? Is this still the same process to fix it
Yes
My door was working just fine, no noise at all. Now it will not open
What year is it? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
Do you have any pointers for replacing the lock actuator on the rear driver door? It makes a buzzing noise when locking.
I Have to give you credit JT, for the one-handed camera filming & the other hand repairing! Both jobs tough enough to do with two hands free! Thanks for the video, I have to do one on a buddies van later on. So far it’s not seized, but it’s for making the noise! Knowing my buddy, he will wait until it seizes! Lol!
Good video, thanks!
Nice video JT, I was thinking the harness was busted... do you have the part # of the exterior trim?
Thanks. Doing this job now, but replacing the whole door. This is why I will never, ever buy a personal vehicle with power doors.
Thank you for the info,
I just had to do this on our 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan GT, Driver Side Rear Slider door,
I opted to put Vice Grips on the "actuator" Rod and AGGRESSIVELY Push and Pull as the lock mechanism would have moved it... IF It had been working....
BAM, It unlocked / Moved the Actuator where the door would slide open, and I could access the 3 Bolts at the door lock assembly.
Bravo to Dodge for designing doors on a seven passenger vehicle that could potentially trap back seat passengers.
Thank you man!!!
Have a 2000 Dodge Caravan and I can't get the side door to lock it shut but it won't lock and I thought that it would need a fuse after watching this 💁♀️ Lord please help me ✝️🛐.
THANKS FOR SHOWING NO BODY EXPLAIN LIKE YUO
Both sliding doors on my 2016 caravan are messed up. Driver side is stuck and passenger side is buzzing everytime I unlock 🤦🏾♀️
The noise is probably from the actuator. Chrysler reimbursed people for the cost of having to replace the actuators. Call FCA and ask because replacement cost a few hundred dollars. They sent out notices in January 2022.
Thank you so much for taking the time to create this video. People like you are angels to me! I love doing everything I can myself, and if not for these types of videos, I wouldn't be able to. This was very well done. You showed and explained everything needed! 🙏
You can also pull really hard on the lock while hitting the button in the overhead dash. (for some reason hitting the button on the key or the by the door didn't work for me, but using this method with the overhead button worked while pulling on lock really hard everytime)
Yes, that way works great to free it up to allow it to open.
I replaced actuator but didn't get the locking pin for the latch in right. Now door will not open. Any ideas to get it open?
After fooling with it for an hour or two, you can get one hand in their. One finger raises the lock pin and another finger can release the latch. Feel for the pin and lift with first finger and then second finger should be able to hit the latch spring arm.
Just replaced my actuator everything is put back together correctly and the door will not open via handles. Lock and unlocks just fine, the auto button and button on key fob open door automatically without issue. Handle is the only thing that does not open door from inside and out. If anyone has any tips I’d appreciate it.
Its simple bud, you left something un attached. You gone have to revisit those hook up points. Thanks, also, are you subscribed to the channel?
Theres an easier way to unlock it..just saw it on ytube. Big nose pleyers and force the rod forward and it unlocks it. You didn't need to put your hand all the way back there to unlock
But this the way I chose to do it and explain it. Everybody different dude.
There's a very very much easier way to do this take pliers to the wire leading to the rear part in the door clamp it and push it back versus to do all of that taking off and digging initially
There's multiple ways of doing anything/everything my friend. I just decided to video me doing it this way. I have to replace this lock actuator anyway.
There is a NATIONAL TECH BULLITEN ON THIS PROBLEM EXSTENDING WARRANTY ....
Yes, not all models. Just 2016 and 2017 up to 150k miles
After watching this great video I have decided this job (drivers side side door) is too much for me on my 2017 DGC GT. Any idea what you charge or what I should expect to pay to have the acuator replaced by a mechanic like you?
First off, you may be in luck. How many miles on this van? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
135k miles@@OnlineMechanicTips
dodges and Chryslers are f****** junk
worst decision I've ever made in my life buying one
Awhhhh, are you suggesting the other car makers not having sliding door problems?
JT, I hope you're getting a phatty youtube check at the end of each month for this video alone. Life saver and entertaining. Keep grinding man and thanks for the effort you put into this
Lol, thats whats up. Thanks for tuning in.
@@OnlineMechanicTips My lock actuator is in the mail. I hope to drop a video of my install and I'll reference you and your vid. Thanks again man!
@@JuniperMeatCompany O cool, I didn't know you had a channel. Thats whats up
Do you know if this would be the same process on a manual sliding door?@@OnlineMechanicTips
@@jonboy1981 I wanna say yes. If it has electric sliding door lock the mechanics are the same
I appreciate your sharing the one information. I have the same exact issue with my Grand caravan. After watching this video I realize I'm going to need a professional. I wonder what the cost is for something like this?
What year is your van and how many miles? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
@@OnlineMechanicTips mine is 2013.
What am I looking into?
@flakoHuertas I just got a quote of $700-900 per door
@@ThePukechunkprincess 🤔😔
@@ThePukechunkprincess What year is your van? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
You were wonderful do you live in AZ. I need mine fixed
Wow, I just did this today and it is far harder than it looks. For anyone considering attempting this on their Caravan, save your sanity and just pay someone else to do it.
like...this guy talks the way I think. Wish he was my neighbour
You did great at giving instructions. You recorded enough angles for me to understand. Thank you, but I got to tell you. I’m gonna need help 😫 So, I’m gonna have to hire a professional.
Did this job 2 days ago. Job wasn’t hard except for lining up the window rail. That took me 5 hours, could’ve finished the job in 4 hours if it wasn’t for that. Was about to give up and take it to a mechanic but glad I kept trying. Sadly like you said in the vid, the trim piece broke for me too. Crazy how it’s almost $100 though.
this is the problem on our 07 grand caravan. Dodge never changed this problem for over 15 years, our door wont open from the outside or inside power or manual . I replaced the actuator before because the door would open manually, now it doesn't. I feel the lever to pull but its so much force to pull
You didnt show us how you removed the two screws by the sliding door handle while its locked shut shut.
All u got to do is grab some pliers and grip the rod and push it towards the back
Yes that works as well
Had a bad day on model t tour today, flat tire, broken brake lever,and broken generator but made 75 mile trip
this is one of those things where i think id rather pay someone to do. thanks for the tips.
Hey bud, what year is the van and how many miles?
Yes
Use a tripod man, make it easy on yerself!
Thanks for the tip bud. And thanks for watching bud, please thumbs up the video and subscribe to the channel, thanks
Hi, guys whos find dealer code of that part?
Mechanic replaced the actuator but now button for passenger to close/open door doesn't work. Any suggestions?
Actuator was already pushed down I thought what am I going to do now so I took a vise grips push the wire opposite direction and the door open
Mine gave zero warning..just died
What year is it? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
My 2015 T&C did the same
@@OnlineMechanicTips 2016
Thank you for this video. You totally nailed the explanation and removal process. At least I know what the hell happened and yes I did get the warning noises. Horrible design flaw.
Awesome! Just what I needed to know to fix my Town & Country. Thank you!!!
Wait John, hold on, what year is your van? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
This video showed me 1 thing.......this is gonna suck. Lol.
No seriously though, this was what I was looking for. Have the same problem with my door lock. I'm hopeful to get through to at least unlocking it and then get my parts.
Ain't no reason to knit pick this video either. You pretty much explained all you gotta do.
Much appreciated. Thanks
Awhhh they not that bad, but you may be in luck. What year is your van and how many miles on it? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
JT what mean he may be in luck? Suppose he had a high mileage '08 w/ 190k. I hope u was going to mention a recall or something lol.
I just did changed my actuator today. It was terribly difficult and time consuming! My problem with removing the latch/actuator is that it was seized on the window channel. Therefore, my window channel also came out! I could not get the window channel to go back in no matter what I tired! I don’t have power windows in the back doors, would it be ok if I left the channel out or is it absolutely needed to be put back in?
I wish I would have read the comments first. I’m pretty good at taking things apart putting them back together and stuff like that.. this video only shows the easy part. Please please look up other videos before diving in. It is not easy job at all. I’d rather replace a transmission 😂
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I read through all the comments and there are several people saying a couple helpful things that I want to summarize. Sometimes you can unjam the door by taking forcing the switch to the unlock position and unlocking and locking the door by key fob or the drivers seat unlock button. Others are saying that you can simply remove the door handle panel and grab the metal bar to push harder to the unlock position.
For us neither of these worked until we attempted both at the same time, many times. I used my thumb to force to the lock switch to the unlock position holding it there while my wife continuously pressed lock and unlock on the drivers door, then I forced the switch to the lock position and doing the same thing. Repeating these steps with a combination of that and grabbing the bar and shifting it to the unlock and lock position unjammed our door after about 2 minutes. I am sure my actuator is still broken and the door will jam again, but the door opens and shuts for now which bought us time until we can replace the actuator. I assume that if you try this method enough times it will work for you as well.
I had to take my front driver side door apart and replace my window motor which broke apart and broke my window in two, which then fell inside the door. It took me 5 hours and was a huge headache. This looks even more complicated but im trying to sell my car so I guess I have to do it 😅
Great video !!!
I have a big dilemma the sliding door was placed in its path (so that it would not collide in a small space) Keeping the button closed And an attempt was made to close it manually, forcefully. Now there will be no automatic And throws door indicator on the dashboard What should be done How do you have to coordinate the steel cable with the handle??? What moved inside? Please help!!
Sir! Thank you so much! Your video on this saved my bacon...keep up the great work!
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Unless you have $1200 for the dealership to fix it, you better video record it for every step you do so it all goes back like you took it apart. It can take hours to get it done. Ask me how i know.
Every dodge Chrysler i have eve owned has been a hassle. I have owned 3. I hate the engineering.
Fucking amazing . Saved my life with this video
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Hi what is the part calld ?
Thanks for the video. I pulled the panel off and put vice grips on the rod and gave a good wack with a rubber hammer and the lock freed up. Works fine for now without having to go in depth having to remove or replace anything.😊
That's what up. Please remember to give the video a thumbs up and consider subscribing to the channel. And for the record, they issued a recall on those actuators, depending on the year and mileage.
I dont even wanna know how much im about to spend to fix this :(
It's not weird, it's the cheap way they make stuff nowadays!
JT great video Where is the follow-up? I have the inside panel almost off but something holding it in. Do I have to release the window to get off? I believe I need to get open to get to the bolts holding the actuator assembly. Could use the continuation video. Also left window open when removed the window motor. How do I reinstall window motor motor receiver behind panel doesnt stay in place.
Its hard to tell what you talking about without being there. But yes, the window and the regulator assembly has to separate. Sorry the video missing pieces. It was hard to film.
Thanks for this video, guess I'm paying to have this done on my 2018 van.
I really really really hate doing this job, Mission complete but I hope I never have to again
How much do you charge for this kind of work?
This is a huge job, but before you pay somebody, it may be free. What year is your van? Also are you subscribed to the channel?
I have a 2018 dcv is this a recall?
@@YouneedJesus1435I have the same year, same problem. Is it a recall?
@@OnlineMechanicTipsis this a recall?
@@taylerjarvis1394 No, just a warranty extension. What year is ya van and how many miles? Also are you subsribed to the channel?
My wife's did this today. They aren't automatic so idk what's up
Could not get this to work for me. It seems to have worked for about half the people trying this.
Man, I am facing the same problem right now, I went got me an estimate today, mechanic told me it will be $60 an hour, for 4 hours and the part you use will cost around $100, but he said if is different part, the bigger part got showing, he said that part is $600. I see how exactly you do it, I don’t think i can do it like you, so I might try different mechanics and check the pricing around town 🙄
Yes this job way more difficult than the showing on this video..lol..Not easy at all. Good luck getting er done buddy
Hell naw chile stay out there 24 hours the hardest part is getting it open once you get it open youre good i am a woman and i refuse to pay i just fixed my window regulator yesterday
i took mine apart but dont have the strength to pull the rod loose. scratched the hell outta my arm to get in there even.
Assimilate??
Bro you did too much
I did what I wanted to film. You more than welcome to make a video the way you do it and post it to your UA-cam channel my guy
Instead of reaching behind to feel for the actuator you can take the rod that attaches to the lock button and, near the end closest to the back, force it horizontally to the back of the door. It should uncease. It doesn't fix the solution but will allow you to open the door.
Yes totally agree. Thanks
I really appreciate this video. I was able to get the actuator to work by forcing the bar but your video at least confirmed to me that I DONT want to tackle this project on my own 😂. I’ll have to leave this to the experts.
Excellent video!
I was thinking of sound proofing the inside of that door.
Looks like an ugly job to remove that entire assembly to access the sheet metal.
I just did mine yesterday. I wish I saw your video first. You solve this problem better than me. lol
Great job sir.
Lol, thanks for watching
Anyone know of a video like this for a nissan quest s 2012?
Is it not possible to just pull on the rod really hard to unlock it?
How much for this job, my door is jammed.
This brother is now the voice of all my how to do it yourself videos
Thanks for tuning in Don
@@OnlineMechanicTips don’t worry I’ll be back this van is a piece of crap
I didn't get a noise or anything.
I'm the one that does all our vehicle maintenance. So I'm always listening and checking. I didn't get a noise of any kind.
Me either one morning it worked and the next morning it didn’t no warning or anything 🤦🏾♀️
My car doesn’t have automatic should that be easier?