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Originally Posted by cn90
Once the repair is done and the panel is back on, do NOT close the door.
Instead, use a screwdriver and flip the lever inside the latch (on the door) to simulate door closure.
Now simulate trying to open the door (the door is opened anyway) using either internal vs external handle, the lever inside the latch should drop downward.
This trick allows you to open the panel again should your repair does not work.
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All of which I did during the testing... except cycling the lock. If I just would have locked and unlocked it prior to reinstalling the panel and closing the door, I would have saved myself a couple hours. Great advice otherwise.