awcjacobs

Hey Guys

Oh I have done this on many occasions, wash the car and there is always something that freezes shut. Best is to always dry your doors and trunk. To get into the crevasses and such, I got a cordless leaf blower from Sears, works really good. WD-40 and lithium grease is another good way to keep water out. But when 'forgetfulness' happens, I use a car battery warmer, found at any auto store. Plug it in, apply to frozen area and should get it thawed.

yuriperez

when the weather gets nice and warm, i'd dissassemble the door, take that lock out and lube it nicely from everywhich way.

A buddy of mine bought a ton of shrink wrap and wrapped the whole (of his problematic) trunk mechanism except for the bits that move. Cool idea!

StevenGalewski

I came to the forum specifically to find a cure for this problem. I can't tell you how many times I've driven home holding the door shut. I've had no luck with WD40, White lithium grease, or any other lube. When the latch freezes open the only cure seems to be to add heat. That has worked every time for me. Hairdryers work best but aren't much help when you aren't at home. I just bought a portable handheld 12volt windshield defroster with a handle for $20 to be ready for frozen latches this year. Truckstops may have 12volt hairdryers but I haven't looked yet.The best bet is to run the car until the interior is fully warmed up. that will usually warm the latch enough. I've known no other car brand to have this problem!!

awcjacobs

Yea, I have gone through a car wash and freeze every door on my car. As above, I use WD-40 in my locks, keep my hinges lubed, and I also spray WD-40 in a cloth and wipe my door seals. I find a thin film keep water off so it does not freeze the door.