Thank you for the input but I think the previous method will help me out once i get it into a heated shop and everything thaws out. The method you posted only pertains to the outside door handle being broken. I can't open my door from neither the inside nor outside. Won't be able to open the door panel with the door stuck closed.

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2002 BMW X5 E53 3.0i- 235,XXX miles
Born 26 MAR 02

Current Mods
-Quad Muffler
-X-Pipe
-Exhaust Headers
-Conforti Shark Injector
-Pedalbox
-Dynavin N6
-Replica 87 wheels
-H&R Wheel Spacers
-LED interior lighting
-DEPO Headlights


Driving this X5 until the engine finally gives out.....then LS Swap or V10