Vauxhall Omega (1994 - 2003) - 01 2.2 Cannot open drivers door

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Sun 16 Aug 2009 19:21
01 2.2 Cannot open drivers door - addewid
I have been wondering if you can help me with a solution to get my drivers door open, as the locking Cdog onto the door pillar u is not releasing.Everything operates normally central locking , internal & external handles & the key operated deadlock but cannot open the door, I have managed to release the top of internal door lining & have then removed external door lever which gives a viewing window where the mechanism can be operated with a screwdriver but still cannot open dooor to access the three retaining screws which are hidden in front of the door pillar until the door is opened.

I would appreciate your advice on how or best way to open the door so the locking mechanism can be replaced

Thanks & Regards Colin Allen
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Sun 16 Aug 2009 19:47
01 2.2 Cannot open drivers door - topbloke
the only way i think that you will do it is to remove the door card/trim then break open the latch mech and manually release the latch then you can open the door and replace the mechanism,Regards TB
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Mon 4 Jan 2010 17:59
01 2.2 Cannot open drivers door - addewid
Thanks for your help. I managed to release the mechanism plastic shroud with a screw driver & then release the locking cam with a screw driver & the door opened. The cam had become loose on the spindle & not releasing the lock.

Thanks & regards Colin Allen

{Post amended - no need to SHOUT!}

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 04/01/2010 at 19:06

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Sun 24 Jan 2010 13:02
01 2.2 Cannot open drivers door - Zafira56Essex
can you elaborate on how your removed the lock shroud?
I have same problem with zafira rear door. child lock is on and have no way of getting at lock mechanism even with door card off :(

SQ

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 24/01/2010 at 17:19

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