Can I get this pin/rod out? Topic is solved

1998s70GLT · Post by **1998s70GLT** » 10 Oct 2020, 07:44

Is there anyway to get this pin/rod out of the door lock or do I have to replace the whole lock?

If I have the replace the whole lock, how would I make my key work with the new lock?

Cookeh · Post by **Cookeh** » 10 Oct 2020, 08:43

Undo the circlip pictured, and the the pin (plus the flared base its attached too, will pull off from the back of the cylinder. Be careful of the spring which will probably come loose too. Pictures to follow:

This can be done with the lock cylinder in the handle, but is slightly more tricky due to clearance issues with your circlip pliers.

1998s70GLT · Post by **1998s70GLT** » 10 Oct 2020, 10:32

Should this rod be oriented vertically or does it not matter?

This is what I'm refferencing: https://www.google.com/shopping/product ... DoQ8wIIyQQ

Cookeh · Post by **Cookeh** » 10 Oct 2020, 11:06

You can't orient it incorrectly, as the spring tensioning plate (the rectangular piece protruding from both) on the arm and barrel match.

As for the orientation of the full assembly in the handle, I'm afraid I can't quite remember as I removed the lock cylinder almost two years ago. I'll have another peek at a spare later and see if I can answer it.

1998s70GLT · Post by **1998s70GLT** » 10 Oct 2020, 12:03

I ask because after getting the rod inserted correctly into the lock mechanism (more specifically, the white plastic that turns when the key is inserted), I was able to turn the key in either a right or left direction, but not both as I was able to before I took the whole assembly apart.

After playing with the mechanism and getting a better understanding of everything, I understood the mechanism better, wherein I got the pin inside the lock mechanism between the two spacers so it clicks up or down, unlocking the door, but the rod part had to be oriented vertically for it to work like this.

Does this make sense? I can provide pictures once I go outside and mess with it again

1998s70GLT · Post by **1998s70GLT** » 10 Oct 2020, 17:43

I was able to grab a rod out of the junkyard, replacing the rod I got from the junkyard with the broken one in my lock cylinder, and replace the lock assembly and everything else to have a functioning driver door again (my key works to lock and unlock the car).

Things I learned:

Understand how the mechanism works helps before jumping into the issue. After I stood back and understood how the lock actuator, handle, etc. works, I was able to think through what is my issue and way's to fix it.

If taking out that lock assembly, you can play with the lock by pulling it up and down to get an understanding of how the mechanism works.

Looking into where that rod goes (the rod I broke, which is turned by the key), you can see how the slow should be positioned (Seemingly vertical based off the diagrams and the working manner of the white plastic that's connected to the lock).

If your rod is not vertical, you can disassemble the lock handle, remove that rod, and orient it correctly; it should be vertical, along with the lock slot. A snap ring plier would be useful to take the circlip off of the rod, as this circlip holds it in place. Once this comes out, the rod can be pried out with a small flat head or your hand (flathead makes it easier).

Useful resources:

1) Download the pdf on this site to see how to disasemble the handle viewtopic.php?t=53235

2) Video of someone dissembling a door handle. This is not needed to remove the lock, but it's useful in understanding how the mechanism works and hence, you doing this job faster. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q ... gRT6sRrSid

3) Diagram of the lock assembly: https://parts.volvocarsmallofgeorgia.co ... 72448.html