Body - Door Latch Freezing in Cold Temperatures

2006 Service Bulletins

Information IB06-11-S003

Door Latch Freezing In Cold Temperatures

ISSUE DATE: MARCH 2006

Affected Vehicles

2003-2006 Isuzu Ascender (US/UT)

2006 Isuzu i-280/i-350 (TI)

Service Information


Some customers may comment on door latch freezing due to ice accumulation in cold temperatures.


This bulletin is to inform dealers that water from a car wash or off the road may enter the latch and freeze causing the detent to move slowly. Super Lube� has been found to be an ideal solution to resolve latch freezing.

1. Verify that the striker properly engages the latch and that no obstructions are preventing the door from closing.





2. Allow the latch to completely thaw and apply compressed air for two seconds to the latch to force out any moisture. Refer to the illustration (slashed area) for the location.

Spray Super Lube(R) on BOTH sides of the latch detent lever for approximately two to three seconds. Refer to the illustration (slashed area) for the lube location. Repeat for all door latches. Operate the door latch several times to spread the lubricant on all surfaces.

IMPORTANT:
The latch and its backing plate have been removed on the illustration to show the location for the lube.





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