What to Do When the Car Door is Frozen Shut?
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Solutions for a frozen car door that won't open: 1. Pour some water around 60°C along the edges of the car door; 2. Use a hairdryer on the warm setting to blow air at the frozen area. Covering the car with a cotton car cover after parking can prevent the doors from freezing. Solutions for other frozen car parts: 1. Frozen windows or windshield: After warming up the car, clear the snow from the body and glass, then set the heater to blow air at the front windshield; 2. Frozen tires: Use an ice scraper to remove the ice, then shift into first gear or reverse, and gently press the accelerator or use idle speed to try moving the car back and forth; 3. Frozen car lock: Use a hairdryer to melt the ice on the lock.
As a seasoned driver living in a cold region, I've encountered frozen car doors many times. Don't rush to pull the door hard—that can damage the seals or handles. The safest method is to pour warm water around the door edges—remember, warm water, as hot water can crack the glass! Use a bottle to pour warm water slowly to melt the ice. Alternatively, use a de-icing spray, which you can find at supermarkets. If it still won't open, try starting the engine and turning on the heater, waiting about ten minutes for warm air to circulate inside the car—once the ice melts, the door will open easily. Another trick is to enter through the trunk, as many car models allow the rear seats to fold down. Before parking, remember to apply silicone lubricant to the door seals or use a car cover—winter car maintenance is crucial to avoid freezing headaches. Last time, this method saved me repair costs.