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PINPOINT TEST R : A Door Is Difficult Or Does Not Open From The Interior Door Handle

  1. R1 CHECK THE LATCH OPERATION FROM THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE

    • Open the door using the exterior door handle.

    Does the door open normally from the exterior door handle? 

    Yes  GO to  R2.
    No  GO to Pinpoint Test P .
  2. R2 CHECK THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE AND CABLE/LINKAGE OPERATION

    • Operate the interior door handle while observing the cable/linkage.

    Are any of the interior door handle components or cable/linkages binding or broken? 

    Yes  REPAIR as necessary.
    No  INSTALL a new door latch. REFER to Front Door Latch  or Rear Door Latch .