Randolph wrote:
> Seth wrote:
>>
>> > wrote in message
>> ups.com...
>>> I have an EX with power locks. Is it normal for the driver's side
>>> door lock tab to be impossible to push down, either manually or with
>>> the power locks, but only when the door is open?
>>>
>>> If the door is closed, it will lock without a problem, whether with
>>> the power locks, pushing down on it, or turning the key.
>>>
>>> Seems odd and I'm wondering if it's foreshadowing a problem.
>>
>> Was normal on my '89 LX-i. It's so you can't lock the keys in the
>> car. (or least make it harder to do).
>
> What he said. Also, you can defeat this interlock by pulling the inside
> door handle out partly before trying to push down the lock knob. It is
> all in the manual...

And if you're going to use that method of locking up, always carry a spare
door key with you... Don't ask me how I learned this!

It's a very convenient way of locking up before you get out of the vehicle
loaded up with shopping bags etc..

Exact method is to pull the inside handle the open the door - keep it
pulled and push down the lock tab. Make sure you slam the door hard
enough to properly close else you'll have to use the key to let yourself
in again!

HTH
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