Nissan Repair: 97 nissan pathfinder rear door, nissan pathfinder, latch assembly

Question
I would like to add to the question about rear door not unlocking. I have one door that is unable to unlock. I understand that I have to remove the door panel, but how could that be done without getting the door open? If I can't unlock the door, how do I removed the door panel?

Answer
Hi Joe -

Yes, one of those things. The panel has to be removed to get to the lock assembly. The only way to unlock it is to try to remove the panel from the inside, just enough to get to the latch assembly, using a screwdriver or similar object to trip the latch. Other than that a slim jim from between the window and the door (from the outside, otherwise you will scratch the tint) will do the trick.

Hope this helps -
aloha
calvin