1997 Honda Odyssey back lift gate will not open, lock broke

1997 HONDA ODYSSEY
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MIKEBERRYUS
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1997 Honda Odyssey 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
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I was using my key to unlock back lift gate, freezing weather , heard Crack sound, now does not open

key still turns, just does not disengage lock


I have accsess to the back panel but no idiea how to open up panleel to get accress to latch parts

I hope to replace broken lock or atleast manul open from inside when needed


thanks for any help!
mike
Jul 26, 2008 at 3:28 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi mike,

Looks like something has given way inside the rear door panel.

There are a few screws that you have to remove and then you need to pull the panel off which are held on by clips.
Aug 7, 2008 at 11:17 AM