Land Rover Repair: freelander locking, door locks, actuator

Question
on my 97 freelander when i press the unlock bottom on the remote drivers door doesn't unlock all other doors do and rivers door locks when i press lock but it won't unlock.... have to do it with the key..... any help would be great... thanks..
adam

Answer
Hi Adam,

yes, I've seen this with my Disco.  What I did was lubricate the 'internals', that is, the door locking mechanism.  I removed the door panel and exposed the locking mechanism.  I first used compressed air to clean out the area around the door handle and lock.  I then traced down along the lock wire and sprayed lubricant where ever I thought was necessary (which was any joint I could see).  I was also careful not to overspray.  This should help.

It may mean that this lock actuator is slowly failing and will have to be replaced.

Best of luck,

JohnMc