Saturday, May 23, 2020

Fixing the Broken Lock

Last week, one of the very common S2000 failures finally happened to me. The lock switch broke! There doesn't seem to be a rhyme or reason why and when these fail but the design is a bit flawed in that the plastic switch that engages the lock seems to get brittle and snap even if you just unlock it with your remote.

Broken Lock - 5-17-2020
Thankfully, this is an easy enough fix. I got a new replacement door release/lock from my friend Jon (as well as en extra one as future spare including one for the passenger side from @socal_s2000_parts  - Alan Lee). After you remove the panel it's 3 bolts, reconnect the hooks and you're done.

New door release/lock installed - 5-23-2020
Maintenance Update:

Mileage: 57,105
- New driver side door lock switch
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