X4dpb Wrote:
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> first you have to figure out or explain what
> 'broke the lock' means. Did she break the key in
> the lock? Break the cylinder? Break the
> actuator?
>
> Once you narrow it down google the problem and
> you find things like this
>
>
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3rEtG40d1E
>
> Now Im assuming you could not figure that out so
> it may mean you are unable to perform simple
> repairs. Anyone can do basic repairs. Is it
> always fast and easy the first time - no. That is
> why some pay mechanics 80 plus bucks an hour (and
> 100 bucks to diagnose). I am no mechanic but Ive
> changed a half dozen window actuators thanks to
> google (that job sucks). Working in the door
> panel is not always bad. My town car took me
> hours to get the window regulators replaced due to
> poor fit of aftermarket parts, drilling rivets
> trips to the auto store etc.
>
> Ive done brakes, O2 sensors, radiators, accessory
> belts, plugs, wires coils steering and water pumps
> springs, ignition locks brake switches oil changes
> air shocks. I did it all with no experience no
> training learning from the internet tubes. It is
> always a lot cheaper to do it yourself and it can
> be satisfying.
I'm not good with automotive stuff at all. I can get into the door no problem (thanks Youtube) but knowing which part #'s to replace, and how to do them, is another problem.