Why Can't the Car Door Be Opened from the Outside but Can Be Opened from the Inside?
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There are several reasons why a car door cannot be opened from the outside but can be opened from the inside, including issues with the door cable or faults in the locking mechanism itself. Problems with the door cable: The door panel needs to be removed for inspection, as the cable may have become detached. Faults in the locking mechanism: The door panel must be removed to inspect and identify the specific issue with the locking mechanism. Door quality: The quality of a car door is primarily reflected in its anti-collision performance, sealing performance, and ease of opening and closing. Anti-collision performance is particularly important because, in the event of a side impact, the buffer distance is very short, making it easy for passengers inside the vehicle to be injured.
Last time I went to drive, I found that the car door couldn't be opened from the outside no matter how hard I tried, but my friend just lightly pulled the handle from the inside and the door opened. It turned out that the child safety lock on my rear door was accidentally activated. This feature is well designed to prevent children from opening the door and running out while the car is moving, ensuring safety by only allowing the door to be opened from the inside. Sometimes it gets triggered during car washing or by accidentally touching the switch. I recommend checking the small toggle button on the edge of the door and turning it off to try. If that doesn't work, it might be that the external handle is frozen or worn out; using a de-icer spray can help. Regular maintenance can help avoid such troubles.
