Originally Posted by canadablue
The Mercedes dealership has a part for $139, but Chrysler said it won't work and I need to replace the entire assembly for $735 parts plus labor = $1400+!
I think the animal-guy is right. You don't need any parts, all that is needed is to just remove the assembly and take out the offending spring and latch. I also coated the lock cylinder and other parts with a light coating of 30 weight motor oil before I put it all back in.
If you have any friend who is "handy" with tools, you might get him to do the repair in return for a gift certificate at your local liquor store!
It is NOT hard to do with the instructions provided here.