Sticking Door Handle Buttons

[Winchester_Black]

Hey Everyone,
I have a 1972 Dart Custom Sedan with all of the the factory original locks and keys. Everything is working, but almost every exterior door button gets stuck in the 'in' position from time to time. I searched for thread on this but didn't see a fix.. I would prefer not to remove the mechanisms if possible, but I will be removing the door panels next weekend for an interior restoration, so I can also access the back of the mechanism.

I'm sure this is a simple fix, but any advice on the best lubricant/technique to use for a long term fix would be appreciated..

 

[jawbone]

Like you was not ready to remove. Used PB Blaster into door push button to losen it up.

 

[Cuda Mike]

I would suggest using white lithium grease on the moving parts, and while the door skins are off, see if anything is binding up.

 

[Winchester_Black]

Thanks for the responses guys, I guess it wouldn't hurt to do both! I'll check back in here once I've finished

 

[65TerrorCuda]

If you lube it from the outside you'll forget you did and wonder how those black stains got on your nice shirt right before the interview

 

[Kendog 170]

My convertible would stick. Both sides. You also had to press way in before the door would open. I removed the rod from handle to latch and bent it so as to be a midge longer. Now I only press halfway or so to release and no sticking. They work like new.

 

[Demonracer]

Whatever you do, DO NOT use WD40. That will only make it worse later on.

 

[Winchester_Black]

Thanks kendog, I’ll definitely try that!

 

[Kendog 170]

While your door panels off spray some lube in the mechanism. Not wd40 it will dry and get hard over time.

 

[barbee6043]

Graphic powder after you get it working normal.

 

[BrianT]

Not wd40 it will dry and get hard over time.

I've never heard this before. I've been fixing stuck buttons for 45 years this way.

 

[Kendog 170]

We had issues using it over time on commercial door mechanisms.

 

[Winchester_Black]

Cuda Mike’s suggestion above to use white lithium grease on the mechanism side definitely did the trick if anyone is curious.

 

[eekvonzipper]

WD-40 Displaces Water, That's It.