Stuck door latch Volvo S70, V70 XC70 Part 2 of 3, latch examination, door will not open. - VOTD

[@cameronprice]

Robert, your practical advice is always indispensable. My problem was a passenger door on my 1998 C70 that would not lock. By watching your videos, I knew the actuator was broken. Besides the cost, the actuator was difficult to remove without taking out the entire window mechanism. Your description of how the actuator worked, allowed me to do the opposite and simply moved the lock mechanism to be always locked. The driver's door is still functional, so it's simple to unlatch the passenger door from inside. Thank you from a 52+ year Volvo owner and DIY mechanic.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@michaelobrien6270]

Hey Robert- I do admire how conscientious you are - this door is giving me grey hairs and high blood pressure!!! Michael

[@RobertDIY]

Maybe this one will get you over the hump.

[@michaelobrien6270]

Hi Robert- I'm going to try to find and move down-the black piece? On Mathew's Volvo - they talk about a "pawl" that they fashion a wire and try to move. Do you see a pawl near were the cable unfastens ??? Michael

[@RobertDIY]

I have no idea what you are referring to.

[@christs392]

Hi Robert! I got lucky i think! I repaired the broken oil line and followed your advises, the car runs as before, no signs of overheating, higher fuel consumption or so, we´ll see if it comes up something?! Thanks!!!!! Chris, C70

[@RobertDIY]

Good to read. Hope it works out.

[@kimberlyjohnson5978]

Robert, When I sent a message to fcp euro.. here’s what they told me- 1-door lock assembly 2-door lock actuator motor 3- disconnected door latch rod. I had contacted them, because my 1994 Volvo 850 turbo front passenger door won’t open from inside... I’m going with number 3.... but all of the 3 above are in back order....

[@RobertDIY]

The x70 cars have a different door latch system. I believe I told you it was the door latch rod like in the video I mentioned for Ando. Did you watch that video?

[@kimberlyjohnson5978]

I’m thinking the same thing, door latch rod... And I watched that video... A friend of mine, kept slamming the door.. I told her to stop, And I firmly believe, it knocked it loose, or broke it...none the less, I have to buy the part, and pay for labor, 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️-

[@austinstolz3354]

I have tried pushing the brass tab with a screwdriver and my door will still not release. I can feel the mechanism moving but the door won't pop. Any tips on how to approach it from here? Thank you so much.

[@RobertDIY]

should be a link in the DESCRIPTION to another advanced video.

[@tuomotapaninen6328]

Robert, I have a similar problem with my 1997 Volvo V70 and I have tried all of the methods you mentioned in your videos and neither one of those weren't working for me. My guess is that the latch has two lock positions and it has been locked to the second one but I don't have any glue how to open it without breaking the whole door. Any tips you have or suggestions you would recommend? I would be very happy if you could help me.

[@tuomotapaninen6328]

PS. It's the driver's side back door.

[@RobertDIY]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3y9paqdfaargZI

[@hankrojo7731]

Hey Robert , If I could get your opinion , I have a '98 S70 , about 150,000 miles on it . I went to the store ... doing about 65-70 mph no problem. Parked the car. when I made my purchase and going home the car started fine , but when I put it on reverse and give it some gas it hesitated and died . Waited about 10 min and tried again .... I was able to get it home ... about 15 miles away , but could not give it much gas because it would " sputter or hesitate " only able to do about 20 mph . but still idles fine . Thanks for your input ! Henry

[@RobertDIY]

Does the car have a CEL? Have you had it scanned for codes? Is the car turbo? Just taking a WAG, I'd say you have a bad MAF.

[@TERRORoftheLORD]

My car would some times die, or not start... And it was the fuel pump relay. Usually when letting off of the gas.

[@dkbb12]

hi Robert - I can see that plastic wing at the bottom IS moving down when I unlock the latch. I am pushing on the correct tab as you describe, but the door still won't pop open. I notice the tab does not appear to be in the same straight up and down position as it looks in your video, but seems to be at an angle. (working on left rear door, V70 wagon) ~ Dan

[@RobertDIY]

Did you see the other video linked in the comments section?

[@dkbb12]

@@RobertDIY Yes I did. The other video in comments section applies to a stuck driver door. I'm dealing with a left rear door, so his solution cannot be used.

[@WilliamBraddock]

This may be helpful to me. I have to wait for daylight tomorrow to try it. I understand the mechanism better. But it will still be a challenge. Door is stuck closed from inside and outside.

[@RobertDIY]

Ouch!

[@markw1791]

1998 volvo s70 Driver door locked shut.I got the panel off and can see the mechanisms move when I use inside and outside handles. I even pull on the plastic door lock tab and it moves to the unlock position.So it is unlocked and the handles move the latch release but it still will not open.

[@markw1791]

1998 volvo s70 Driver door locked shut.I got the panel off and can see the mechanisms move when I use inside and outside handles. I even pull on the plastic door lock tab and it moves to the unlock position. So it is unlocked and the handles move the latch release but it still will not open.

[@RobertDIY]

Ouch

[@hankrojo7731]

The car does have a turbo ...GLT 70 ... I have not had it scanned, I don't know what CEL or MAF mean ? I ordered parts for basic maintenance , plugs +wires, rotor, distributor cap , fuel + Air-Filter .... I was reading about "automatic throttle assembly " but don't want to jump there before trying the easy stuff . Thanks for your reply !

[@RobertDIY]

Hi Hank, I really don't know what problem you are talking about. Anyway, CEL is "Check Engine Light". MAF = Mass Air Flow Sensor". What year is the car?

[@beckyrialto3235]

Robert, thank you so much for your helpful videos. The "Brass Tab trick" worked perfectly on my 1999 Volvo V70 passenger door, however, because there are several broken parts in the drivers side latch, it didn't work. I have pushed and pulled everything I can but nothing has worked.I am now trying to understand exactly how the latch releases because all of the mechanisms connected to it are disconnected or broke (for example, the inside door handle cable is just dangling!)What actually causes the latch to release? Thank you

[@RobertDIY]

+becky rialto have you watched this video?

[@RobertDIY]

+becky rialto kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3KWioZ3h6mrmas

[@beckyrialto3235]

Robert, yes, I have watched that video several times, that is where I learned to push on the brass tab. This video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH3Vm5poa7qVepY) was even more helpful because of the latch examination. Pressing the Brass Tab didn't work on the drivers side so I am trying to figure out exactly what makes the latch swing into place. I am going to try to find the black "fly" piece you talked about in this video and try to pull it down. thank you. Do you have any other Latch Examination videos or do you know what exactly releases the latch? I am beginning to think it must be something inside the housing that I cannot see.

[@beckyrialto3235]

I meant the black plastic you referred to as a "wing Piece" not a "fly Piece" in the latch examination video

[@RobertDIY]

The brass tab releases the latch. I can ship you a latch if you'd like.

[@christs392]

Hi Robert I need your opinion about a bad incident with my volvo c70 2.3T 1998. Due to a broken line (the one on the top) to the oil cooling the oil lamp came on about 5 km from home. I slowed down and drove the 5 km. The last one almost with no oil in the engine. The coolant temp did not rise above the normal at all. Do you think the engine is junk or its worth giving a try to repair the line and crank it up? If so do you have some advice before cranking it? Thanks!

[@RobertDIY]

I don't understand why you did not pull over. A tow is a lot cheaper than a motor. Besides that, if the car was still running, there is a good chance that the motor is still good. Repair the line, change the oil, start and run the car for 10 - 15 minutes. Then change the oil and filter. I have read of some good results and some bad. Were you running full synthetic oil?

[@christs392]

Robert DIY Thank for your advice Robert, yes i runed fully synthetic liquid-Moly 5w-40.

[@RobertDIY]

There is a good chance that you are ok. After you change the line and change the oil you can do a compression test to check the health of the motor. How to do a compression test on a car motor. Volvo 850, S70, V70 through 1998 - Auto Repair Series

[@michaelobrien6270]

Robert, I was referring to an article(forum) on Mathew's volvo entitled: 98 V70 Driver's door won't open. I thought you had written a link on it-but you didn't. (it was another forum I read your link. I therefore, assumed you knew what I was referring to. Anyway, good day. I ordered all my parts!!!!$400. I am going to replace a few sensors-cam position, ETCS, oil pressure sensor , etc. Do I have to do anything beside just replacing the old one? like adjust something or reset something??? Michael

[@RobertDIY]

I do not know what all you ordered. So I don't understand your question "Do I have to do anything besides just replace the old one?" You mentioned several parts and I told you that you likely had a bad oil pick up which requires the oil pan be dropped.

[@leandrodindoprotacio2275]

Hi Robert, I'm trying to analyze what really happened to my tranny in my 96 Volvo 850 after doing all the basic cleaning and changing. The last dillema. Is there a transmission relay on this model?if not where does it's electricity connect?

[@RobertDIY]

PNP, Park neutral position switch replacement, cleaning. Volvo 850, S70, etc. - Auto Repair Series

[@leandrodindoprotacio2275]

Hey Robert, I'm kind of running out of options here.. I cleaned the PNP switch already, when it did not work, I changed it. I did all the things that people posted on you tube about possible ways to get my tranny going. Today, I pulled out my TCM because it would not display any trouble codes. 3 different scanners have been used and no clue was given, could it be electrical? Relay? Wiring? Where do I start? I know you don't like transmissions. Thanks for making time man. God bless.

[@RobertDIY]

You need a Volvo specific scanner to get tranny codes. Take it to the dealer or a Volvo mechanic and have them check it out.

[@mattstoudt5532]

I've watched a lot of your videos and have used a lot of what you've said to slowly restore my 95' 850. But I'm stuck with a puzzle.. All of my doors open from the out side. But none of them will open from the inside. I took off the door panels and the springs are still connected. It's a part in each of my actual door latches?

[@RobertDIY]

Matt Stoudt I can't imagine that all of your door handle cables are broken. It's either the latch cables or latches themselves. Like the child safety latch is on. Are you referring to the back doors?

[@michaelobrien6270]

Yes, I ordered the oil seals kit. I was referring to the sensors I listed: Cam position sensor, Engine coolant temperature sensor and oil pressure sensor. I was asking if I just replace them and that's it . or is there anything I have to do /adjust etc. I also ordered a heater core , a lock actuator, oil cap. reservoir cap, plugs ect... Other than the lock I have the oil light on and the coolant loss issues.

[@RobertDIY]

When replacing the sensors, nothing needs to be adjusted or reset.

[@michaelobrien6270]

Thanks, Robert. Sorry for being a PITA! Michael

[@RobertDIY]

No problem at all.

[@tessmcmurray578]

hi! my car was in an accident recently (was in a pile up) and now the lever above the cooler in the front/middle of the bonnet wont unlock and i cannot open the bonnet. I looked and the two bonnet latches & they seem to be unlocking/popping up without any issues when i pull the lever inside the car..

[@RobertDIY]

+tess Mcmurray what kind of car is it?

[@zx8401ztv]

Sometimes you have to say to yourself "its dead so i cant make it any worse" and with carefull dissasembly you find the fault. Being frightened of damaging something can prevent repair.

[@RobertDIY]

LOL, you got that right.

[@zx8401ztv]

Robert DIY You take the fright factor out of repairing things, thankyou robert :-))

[@jasontaylor5492]

Can't for the life of me get that latch to release. Neither brass pin released it and I can't feel that black plastic thing move at the rear of the mechanism when I move the lock up/down post. Might have to cut the damn thing off.

[@RobertDIY]

ouch

[@tannercarlock3244]

Jason Taylor I’m in the same boat. Have you had any luck?

[@tannercarlock3244]

It’s really hard to see but I think the black tab in video is white on my module. Who knows.

[@michaelobrien6270]

Sorry, I didn't explain myself very well!!!

[@RobertDIY]

I think you explained it well, I just don't know what "they" were talking about.