Was hoping this would be the zip tie fix but i don t.
Bmw x5 door wont open from inside or outside.
The handle seems to be raised about an 1 8th inch compared to other door handles.
Update 2 21 the dealer figured out that the problem was the cable was not connected from the outside door handle to the door lock actuator.
I was quoted 450 including labor to change the actuator if i was to be able to get the door open.
Door opens fine from the inside but i can t open from the outside.
2005 bmw x5 3 0i.
What i gathered so far from my searches.
If i try to remove the door card while the door is closed i will break or crack it.
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Open door without taking off door panel did not work the second tim.
Door handle doesn t feel loose or anything.
Took door panel off looks like the cable has slack in it so that when the handle is pulled the latch is not engaged enough to open door.
I ve already checked the child lock.