Yesterday I went to open the passenger door and the handle on the outside of the car stayed open when I pulled on it. I was able to push it back in but it felt stiff.

Anyone else had this happen? Any ideas of what the problem may be?

If not, a link to a door panel removal guide would be great - I don't want to break any clips trying to figure out how it comes off.

 

TRY THIS...

http://iihs.net/fsm/?dir=466

 

I don't recall if there's any places to spray some WD40 or other lubricant but I'd certainly try that before removing any panels. Remember that most lubricants will also remove your wax if they drip down the painted surfaces so be sure to wash any off and re-wax.

 

WD-40 is the worst lubricating solution out there.
Hands down. Even Peanut oil is a better lubricant...
It does nothing but make a big ol reoccuring mess....
Pure silicon lubricant is in order here as per the Workshop Manual....

 

hmmm...and somehow its the most popular (wd-40).

 

um...

I've also heard WD40 isn't a great lubricant. My door handles didn't stick, but they squeaked and I sprayed some grease (?) on there and it stopped.

Are the newer S197 door handles different? Mine are just like flaps kinda.

 

White Lithium grease works well for those also, that's what is used for the window regulators.
You can use WD40 for losing things up but always put real grease or silicone behind it...

 

it felt a little stiffer than lube would fix (har har har) but i'll give it a shot. i reallt miss the days when cars were made out of metal

 

Yep, that's why we love our Classics.

 

Don't think of WD40 as lube. Think of it as a solvent for breaking up rust, and cleaning up gummed up threads, hinges and joints.

If something, especially something with moving parts, needs to be lubed, you're better off with silicone spray or lithium grease.