It’s impossible to open it with the key. Can you tell me what can be done in this situation?
The secret is hidden at the back cover of the number plate light
– Remove the cover of the number plate lights, put 12V on wires and it should open. We have to disassemble the cover of the number plate, take out the lamp, connect to an external battery, click the Open button on the key fob and we get the miracle right in front of our eyes! It’s confirmed.
More effort on the Key
– If the door handle has a hole for the key, push the key to the left until it stops, and even make an additional effort. Most importantly, do not be afraid to break something. You must turn the key harder to the left side. If the lock had been locked on, you may need to lift up and pull the door handle when turning the key, so as to tighten the key in the lock.
Now, we will open the hood with a screwdriver (tested on BMW e34)
The length of the screwdriver should be no less than indicated in the picture.
I have 2006 BMW 325i which is out of warranty. Neither my hand remote or the door lock buttons inside the car open any of the doors (all 4 doors). Allthe doors are locked and won't unlock when I use the door handle either. The only way I can get in the car is using my Key to open the driver door. The trunk however locks and opens with the remote.
The bad news is that there really is no way other than what you have already tried to open the door except through the panel. BMW locks cannot be jimmied. The good news is that you can probably get the interior door panel off without damaging it. You'll end up breaking a bunch of the clips that hold it on, but you should be able to get it off. DRIVERS FRONT DOOR CAN'T OPEN FROM IN OR OUTSIDE There is a rod inside the door that connects the inside and outside door handles to the latch mechanism, if it gets bent or broke it won't activate the latch. The inside door panel will have to be removed and parts of the mechanism also to reinstall.
This method is for those who have no additional lock on the hood. We start by taking a flathead screwdriver of 20cm long and stick it on the right side (if viewed from the front) of the central grille by about 10cm, between the plastic and the hood, and lighten it with a flashlight. We have to stick the screwdriver at the left of the lock and at the right of the hood opening mechanism (hinge).
Video: How To Unlock The door When the battery is dead on a BMW E32 & E34
Video tutorial on how to unlock a BMW when the battery is either dead or disconnected. The locks do work on an electronic based system, but by using this tutorial you are able to bypass that and activate the mechanical side of the system instead. This tutorial does work on a variety of BMWs such as an E23, E24, E28, E30, E31, E32, E34, E36, E38, E38, E90, and many more. If this procedure does not work on one lock on the vehicle, move to another door lock on the vehicle. Depending on the age and mechanical condition of your handle, this procedure may not work. Trunks should be accessible without using a procedure such as this as they work on a mechanical device at all times. If you are unable to get this method to work, gain access to the trunk and some BMWs have the battery located there. From there you can power up your vehicle’s electronic system and then open your locks. If your battery isn’t located there, in some situations you can power up your trunk lights as it turns on automatically when the trunk is open. This in turn will power up your vehicle’s electronics. This particular tutorial was done on a 1994 BMW 740i.
Video: How to open a bmw x5 , battery dead
You need a jump box , 2 long lead , under x5 reach starter cable with red lead , ground cable to brakes.
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An updated demonstration of opening and starting the BMW X1, X5 and X6 SUVs with a dead battery in the key fob or remote control and a hidden key hole. There is still a way to get in and start the cars.
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A door latch is a mechanical mechanism used to secure the door in a closed position. Most door latches feature an integrated door lock actuator which allows the latch to open or remain locked depending on the position.
Most manufacturers use cables or rods that connect to the inside door handle, outside door handle, and to the manual lock knob. To prevent theft, the door latch is usually encased in an anti-theft plastic shielding to prevent the lock mechanism from being opened using a “slim jim” or other theft tools.
Car Door Latch Repair Costs
Door latches can vary in labor costs based on how difficult they are to remove, as well as the location where the services are to be performed. The parts cost can also vary depending on whether there are any sensors or actuators built into the door latch.
Assuming a labor rate of $100 an hour for an independent shop and $150 for the dealership are used, the following costs of car door latch repair based on the types of vehicles being serviced are presented below:
- For a 2007 Chevrolet Impala
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The labor calls for 1.1 hours to replace the door latch. At an independent shop, the labor would cost $110 and a new aftermarket door latch would range between $55 and $90, depending on the brand used.
At the dealership, the labor would cost $165, and for a brand new OEM Chevrolet door latch, the cost can be between $100 and $130. Both the aftermarket and the OEM latches have a built-in door lock actuator and come with some of the door cables and rods.
- For a 2010 Ford Explorer
The labor calls for 1 hour to replace the door latch. At an independent shop, the labor would cost $100, and a new aftermarket car door latch repair cost would range between $40 to $60, depending on the brand used.
At the dealership, the labor would cost $150 and a brand new OEM Ford door latch would range between $70 and $100, depending on the price markup. Both the aftermarket and the OEM latches have a built-in door lock actuator and come with some of the door cables and rods.
- For a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
The labor calls for 1 hour to replace the door latch. At an independent shop, the labor would cost $100 and a new aftermarket door latch would range between $50 and $100 depending on the brand used.
At the dealership, the labor would cost $150 and an OEM Volkswagen door latch would range between $200 and $250, depending on the dealership price markup. Both the aftermarket and the OEM latches have a built-in door lock actuator and come with some of the door cables and rods.
- For a 2014 Honda CR-V
The labor calls for 1 hour to replace the door latch. At an independent shop, the labor would cost $100 and a new aftermarket door latch would range between $30 and $50, depending on the brand used.
At the dealership, the labor would cost $150 and a brand new Honda door latch would range between $60 and $80, depending on the price markup. Both the aftermarket and the OEM latches have a built-in door lock actuator and do not come with the door cables and rods.
- For a 2010 BMW 335i
The labor calls for 1.4 hours to replace the door latch. At an independent shop, the labor would cost $140 and a new aftermarket door latch would range between $55 and $90, depending on the brand used.
At the dealership, the labor would cost $210 and a new OEM BMW door latch would range between $155 and $225, depending on the price markup and which door latch is being replaced. Both the aftermarket and the OEM latches have a built-in door lock actuator and do not come with the door cables and rods.
More About Door Latch
The door latch has multiple fail points that could occur. One of the cables or rods could break or seize, the electrical portion of the latch could fail, or the latch mechanism itself could break or seize.
If the outside door handle cable or rod fails you will no longer be able to open the door from the outside, but the door should still operate from the inside door handle. If the inside door handle cable or rod was to fail, the door would no longer open from the inside door handle but should still open from the outside door handle.
If the manual lock cable or rod fails in the locked position, the door may not open from either door handle. This failure is typically the worst and most expensive to fix as most of the time, the door panel will be damaged in the process. The latch will need to be drilled out to gain access to the latch mechanism to open the door manually.
If the electrical actuator fails, you should be able to unlock or lock the door manually with the manual lock knob, depending on how the actuator failed. If it seized or bound up, you might not be able to unlock the door with the manual knob.
Additional Components That May Need Replacing
Depending on the problem that your door latch is having, you may need to replace the cables or rods if they don’t come with the new door latch. Most cables and rods are not available from aftermarket parts suppliers.
Depending on the manufacturer and the dealership, the cost of door cables and rods can vary, but most door cables and rods cost around $25 to $50 for each one. Most doors will have 4 cables or rods. One cable/rod for each handle (outside and inside handles) and one cable/rod each for the manual door lock knob on the inside of the car and for lock cylinder on the outside door handle.
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Some door latches come with a separate door lock actuator. So, if the actuator fails, it may be an additional component.
What To Do If the Latch Makes Noise Or the Handles Stop Working
If your door makes a buzzing noise when locking the door, the lock actuator might be failing. It is best to have it checked out immediately as it could cause your door to become stuck and unable to be opened.
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Having it fixed before it fails can save you money if your door becomes stuck closed. Door panels can cost up to $700 to replace, and if your door is stuck closed, usually, the door panel will become damaged in the process. It can also be very labor-intensive to drill out the latch if this happens.
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If your handles stop opening the door but the other handle still works (the outside handle stops working but the inside door handle still works), you should also have this serviced immediately. If the other handle stops working, you can end up costing three times as much money to get the door open to replace the broken components.