i ve got some probs with my 03 ram 1500. i cant open or close the doorsby using the physical key lock. it only works with the remote.
i think it has to do with the mechanism. but i dont know how to remove the front door panel without damage it to fix the problem.

thanks
martin

 

take all the screws out of the door panel, remove the inner door handle (Torx bit) and thenyou lift up and out on the door panel (i think you pull it out also...can't remember for sure when i had mine off)...then disconnect the connectors along with the rods for door handle and lock and your ready to go

 

REMOVAL
[ol][*]Remove the window crank, if equipped. (WINDOW CRANK REMOVAL TOOL)[*]Remove the interior handle. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR - FRONT/INSIDE HANDLE ACTUATOR - REMOVAL)[*]Remove the screws at the mirror flag and near the inside handle. (TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY)
CAUTION: Trim panel is attached to the door using hooks molded into the panel. Do not pull the trim panel straight off or damage to the panel and/or power switch assembly may occur.[*]Lift the trim panel up off the belt seal and attachment hooks and separate the panel from the door slightly.[*]Disconnect the power window switch electrical connector, if equipped, and remove the trim panel. [/ol]