[DaveN]

Every once in a while my passenger door lever would stick in the compressed mode (like a finger was holding it down when you opoen the door). I cleaned the door lock mechanisms this winter with brake clean when I replaced the handle gaskets and gently lubed the moving parts. I now have an intermittent passenger door lock when I use my remote control. Lock works fine if you use the key on the passenger side as does the mechanism. Does anyone know if the micro-switch in the attachment could be compromised by the cleaning? Maybe I dripped all the residue onto this switch inside the door?



#10 in the diagram.

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[MB968]

You might want to use an electronics grade cleaner, the type used for circuit boards, etc. It is designed for, and thus is safe to use around electronic/electrical components with no worries of causing issues. I'd try respraying your locks with one of these products in case it clears up the issue. Not sure if Radio Shack has it or you'd need to find an electronics shop, or an industrial supply house.



The bottle I used to have was called Blue Shower. It's what we used in our electronics lab.

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[tamathumper]

CRC is a popular line of cleaners. Red cans. I think it's called QD Contact Cleaner?

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[DaveN]

Yea, been doing it for 30+ years. Unfortunately I had run out and the only thing I had was brake clean. Since it didn't seem to leave a residue I went for it. Anyone know if that switch is easily accessible with the door panel removed? Seems to be the only active component that could be compromised electrically.

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[mbardeen]

No, it's not really accessible. The only way I can think to get at it is to take off the handle. If you're really careful, you might be able to remove/clean the switch without pulling out the little ball joint.

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[DaveN]

Ah yes, the little ball joint. <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/dry.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[SILVY968]

a rear time sponge and temper tester.

Brian

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[tamathumper]

A rear time sponge?



I'll bite,...

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[DaveN]

I'm not sure I'd bite a rear time sponge? <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

I think he means a lot of time sitting on your ass fiddling try to get that thing back on and clipped it?

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