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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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YOUR RESEARCHMy driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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key

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As for the fob not working it's probably a bad key.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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Replace latch

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It is tough to line that up when replacing the latch.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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Leading evidence: 'key' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, the most frequently mentioned possible cause is 'key' (1 discussions; 0 report identifying it and 1 suggest it). The most frequently discussed action is 'Replace latch' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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Replace latch

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It is tough to line that up when replacing the latch.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

Use fob

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But when I try to unlock the door it takes 5-10 tries before it will unlock and only by using the fob.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

Use fob or by turning the key

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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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Replace latch

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It is tough to line that up when replacing the latch.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

Use fob

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But when I try to unlock the door it takes 5-10 tries before it will unlock and only by using the fob.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

Use fob or by turning the key

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Unsuccessful attempts: 1
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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key

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As for the fob not working it's probably a bad key.
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My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right

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POST 1Original post

My driver side door will lock every time either using the fob or by turning the key to the right. But when I try to unlock the door it takes 5-10 tries before it will unlock and only by using the fob. Turning the key counter clockwise does nothing and there's no resistance when turning the key to unlock the door like there is when locking it. Windows move up and down fine. Windows actually drop 1/4" like they are supposed to when the door is supposed to be unlocked and I pull on the handle. Only he door won't open until I hit the fob 5-10 times. What parts do I need to order? __________________ This post was auto-generated based upon a question asked on our tech article page here: Porsche 911 Carrera Door Locks and Handle Replacement - 996 (1998-2005) - 997 (2005-2012) - Pelican Parts Technical Article

POST 2Original post

Sounds like you have a few issues. The door tumbler should be connected to the latch assembly by a linkage. It is tough to line that up when replacing the latch. Remove the door handle and check that out. As for the fob not working it's probably a bad key. Do you have another to try?? - Casey

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