I had a 88 Astro van and had the same problem. I didn't have the benefit
of a shop manual. I found that I had to remove the plastic license plate
panel. Unfortunately I broke that plastic part. I was then able to open
the door. I found all the parts I needed at a local wrecking yard. That
was a few years ago, wasn't very expensive, But I would have thought
there would be an easier way to gain access. I will be interested to see
what other replies are received. Good luck George
Pull the inside panel just enogh to get your arm in and youll feel two rods
inside (usually the the cam breaks off the outside handle where the rod
connects) Pull /push the loose rod to open door.
then pull the access panel on the edge of door (4 screws )
Bill
In article <68mnqd$4uf$1...@excalibur.flash.net>, George Dakin
<"da...@flash.net"@flash.net> says...
> Mike VanBrunt wrote:
> >
> > Hi Folks,
> >