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How do you keep car doors from sticking in cold weather?

What can I do to keep my car door from sticking in the cold weather? I have to fight with my door every morning and I’m worried that I’ll accidentally tear the seal or something.

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Here are a few things you can do to
keep your car doors from sticking
in cold weather:
  • Use cooking spray. Spray the seals on your door with cooking spray to keep them from freezing shut. The oil in the cooling spray repels water, and oil has a much lower freezing point than water does.
  • Don’t lock your doors. If you live in a safe area, keep your car unlocked to prevent the locking mechanism from freezing in place.
  • Keep them clean. Wipe down your doors to get rid of any excess debris, as water can collect in dirty areas more easily.
  • Replace broken seals. If any of your rubber door seals are broken, replace them to protect your doorframe.
  • Use rubbing alcohol. Rub your door lock and key with rubbing alcohol once every week to prevent it from freezing.
While you’re taking the time to protect your car doors from freezing temperatures, why not take a moment to make sure it’s protected from other kinds of winter dangers, too?
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