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Old 01-19-2014, 01:38 PM
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Hello gentlemen,

Iīve a X-type from 2004, diesel engine if thatīs matter. I use my car only on dry roads, an therefore store it in a barn during the winter.

The car has been stored for 6 weeks now, and today I tested to open the doors, nothing happened.

*Doors locked
*Hood closed
*Battery dead

Not easy to access under the car.

Anyone that have some trick how to apply power to the car so I can open the doors / hood?
 
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Old 01-19-2014, 02:38 PM
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Try the key in the driver's door handle?
 
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unfortunately, there is no mechanical connection between the key mechanism & door closing mechanism.
 
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Old 01-19-2014, 04:00 PM
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My drivers door unlocks just as well with the key in the lock as it does with the remote.

A straightened out coat hanger through he door jam would probably work.
 
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Do you mean your lock linkage is broken?
 
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HUH?

Use the key in the door.

Unless the linkage is broken, this should work.
 
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