What are the reasons why the rear door of the Wuling Xingchen cannot be opened from the inside?
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Reasons why the rear door of the Wuling Xingchen cannot be opened from the inside: the child safety lock is activated; the door lock is damaged; or the anti-theft lock itself has a common malfunction. Detailed explanations are as follows: Child safety lock is activated: The child safety lock is a protective tool designed to prevent children from accidentally opening the rear door from inside the vehicle. It is usually applied to the two rear doors. If the child safety lock is engaged, the door cannot be opened from the inside. In such cases, simply deactivate the child safety lock or open the door from the outside. Door lock is damaged: If the rear door cannot be opened from the inside due to a damaged door lock mechanism, it is recommended to visit a 4S dealership or a professional repair shop for servicing. Anti-theft lock mechanism malfunction: The probability of the anti-theft lock itself malfunctioning is very low, and it mostly occurs in older vehicles around ten years old. In such cases, it is advisable to visit an auto parts market or a specialized shop that provides car key and lock repair services. The issue can be resolved by replacing the central control motor or by lubricating the lock mechanism and its control components.
I've been driving the Wuling Xing Chen for a while now, and I've also encountered the issue where the rear doors won't open from the inside. It's mainly because the child safety lock was accidentally activated. That little switch is designed on the side of the rear door, and once it's turned on, the door can only be opened from the outside. I remember one time when I took the kids out, they were messing around in the car and flipped it, making it impossible to open the door from inside when we got out. Besides this, the door lock linkage can occasionally become loose or stuck, especially as the plastic parts age with prolonged use. Another reason could be the disconnection of the inner door handle cable. I once helped a neighbor check this issue, and only after removing the interior panel did we find that the cable end had come off. My suggestion is to first check the child lock switch position and try turning it off; if that doesn't work, then check if there's any unusual noise from the door lock mechanism. It's better to address such issues early to avoid hassle.
After repairing cars for so long, there are several common issues with the Wuling Xingchen's rear door not opening. First, the child safety lock is activated—this is the most common issue. The switch is located near the door frame; just turn it off. Second, the inner handle linkage has come loose. The plastic clips may wear out over time, causing the door lock to not pull properly. Third, the door lock mechanism itself may be faulty, such as a broken spring or insufficient lubrication, resulting in a creaking sound when pulling the handle but the door won't open. Fourth, there could be an issue with the rear door wiring harness, where water ingress corrodes the electrical connector, causing control failure. When troubleshooting, first check the child lock status. If the lock is stuck, spraying some rust remover for lubrication should help. The key is regular maintenance of the door lock components, especially for older vehicles.
