I'm having this exact problem right now. Did you ever get it figured out?
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I have a 2000 Subaru Forester L. I'd never had any problems with the drivers door before, but when I got in it a couple days ago it I tried to shut it and the door bounced right back open. I was in a hurry and had to put all my weight against the door to get it to close so I could lock it, and now it won't open at all. The power locks work throughout the car but no longer on that door. When I try to unlock it manually it turns about halfway then resists and won't go any farther. Climbing in and out of my passenger door isn't cutting it
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Sounds like a power door lock motor issue, or a door latch issue. The driver's door panel will have to come off, and the components inspected and manipulated to release the door. Then repairs will need to be made to get the door closed and working again properly.
