Door Locks (89 240sx)

[hypertek_sideview]

I had a 92 previously and it never happened. but now on my 89 that I have. why is it that I have to hold up the door handle when i lock the for the lock to stay engaged. and why does the lock disengage when i close the door w/o having the handle raise when I do close it ???

[srpowered240sx]

ive always been curious too. seems impractical.

[benemorius]

I won't debate the effectiveness, but the purpose is to make it harder for one to lock the door unintentionally.

[ricebike]

... i've seen this function on other imports as well (1st hand experience: honda, suzuki, subarau)