Sticky door handle - Xantia

[Jaf]

Fred’s passenger exterior door handle has become a bit sticky. My mum can’t work it, I have to open the door for her.

I just hold the handle up and it takes a couple of seconds, then it opens.

I wonder if there’s a fault with the handle? The door opens normally from the inside.

(I’ve had another make of car where the handle cracks inside)

Ta.

[xantia_v6]

I have not heard of that problem, but think it is more likely to be wear or lack of lubrication in the latch mechanism.

[Jaf]

Thank you! You were right, lack of lubricant in the catch. Gave it a spray of oil to clean it out, then some spray grease and it works perfectly.

In my defence, the one time I greased the drivers door years ago because it wouldn’t close properly made it far worse. Had to clean it all out again.