Insert the card between the lock and door frame then bend the card back to force the lock open.
Open the door lock the door lock the door.
Search for a temporary way to open the door and move the latch.
Sitting in the car with the doors shut press on the locking switch of the affected door lock actuator.
If the door lock actuator is operating correctly opening the interior door handle will override the door lock actuator.
With access to door lock assembly attempt to manipulate both the assembly and the interior door lock.
A spring lock is slanted and is part of the handle.
Bend the card back towards the frame to force the lock into the door.
Just insert the screwdriver into the small hole and press the button on the inside of the handle with it to unlock the door.
If the door panel cannot be opened enough to reach and view the door lock assembly search for possible partial disassembly.
To open a locked door without a key first see if the lock is a spring lock.
If the locking mechanism is a latchbolt the kind of bolt that is spring loaded and has one angled edge and the angled edge is facing away from you you can hook it with a wire hanger.
If it is slide a credit card you don t mind damaging between the lock and the door frame.
Consumer reports says installing a smart lock with a push to open knob means you can get inside without.
Then operate the inside door handle and open the door.