Drivers power door lock

[GODFATHER]

On the drivers door i can hear the lock mechanism working but it dont lock the door ..i have to push the lock knob down and it will lock..when i use the key fob to unlock it all but the drivers door unlocks.. is this an easy fix

Thanks in advance;)

[RoyLPita]

See if the rivet is broken off from the actuator.

[GODFATHER]

ok ill check that ..any special tools to get the door panel off.. i have pulled the ones on my taurus and was easy

[RoyLPita]

Small flathead screwdriver to pop off the handle surround, upper grab handle ends, and master switch plate. The rest uses a Phillips head.

[GODFATHER]

cool thanks man same as the taurus .. is this a common problem on the 2002 grand marquis

[RoyLPita]

I've seen it happen a few times. I guess after a while, the rivet gets weak and breaks off.

[fastblackmerc]

Could be the rivet as Roy said or the actuator came out of the bracket or the lock for the actuator rod is broken.

[GODFATHER]

great thanks gang .. if its the rivet does it have to be repaired with a rivet or can i use other hardware

[fastblackmerc]

great thanks gang .. if its the rivet does it have to be repaired with a rivet or can i use other hardware

It a 1/4" rivet which uses a BFRG. I used a 1/4 / 20 stainless steel bolt, washer and insert nut when I have to replace them.

[GODFATHER]

It a 1/4" rivet which uses a BFRG. I used a 1/4 / 20 stainless steel bolt, washer and insert nut when I have to replace them.
Great thanks for the info :beer:

[Motorhead350]

Yup you found the issue.

I just got a screw, bolt, washer and I was done. $1 fix!

[GODFATHER]

Yup you found the issue.

I just got a screw, bolt, washer and I was done. $1 fix!


awesome man thanks;)