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4.
Inspect the door latch with the aid of a flash light and identify the white plastic retainer for the super-lock pawl spring. (Figure 1)
5.
Position a long (18") slender screw driver onto the plastic cover. (Figure 2)
CAUTION:
In the next step exercise care to only apply enough force to break the plastic housing.
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Too much force could result in damage to surrounding components or the door panel.
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Windows with applied tints can be damaged by the screwdriver.
6.
Tap the screwdriver with a hammer to break the plastic cover.
7.
Remove the released spring.
8.
Move to the exterior of the door and perform the following:
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Grasp the outer door handle.
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Apply body pressure against the outer door surface to reduce load on the latch.
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Tap the lock assembly motor repeatedly with the screwdriver (Figure 1) until the super-lock pawl releases.
9.
Release body pressure and open the door.
10.
Follow Workshop Manual Section 76.37.12 procedures to replace the door latch assembly with a new unit.
11.
Remove protective tape and verify proper latch operation.
Technical Service Bulletin # TEC7612971
Date: 970620
Front Door Latch Microswitches - Erratic Operation
No: 76/12/97/NAS
Ref: WSM section 76
Issue: 1
Date: 6/20/97
PRIDE IV
5-06
Erratic Front Door Microswitches
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
