Front drivers door lock

[Tonka.]

Even though I never use the door lock and always use the remote I need to know something about it.

Around the key hole there is a plastic ring which is not painted. It almost looks clear. Why is it like that? 

[Andy B]

Even though I never use the door lock and always use the remote I need to know something about it.

Around the key hole there is a plastic ring which is not painted. It almost looks clear. Why is it like that? 

It's a good idea to use it every now & then so you have half a chance of getting into your car if the casr's battery goes dead flat. 

[Tonka.]

Even though I never use the door lock and always use the remote I need to know something about it.

Around the key hole there is a plastic ring which is not painted. It almost looks clear. Why is it like that? 

It's a good idea to use it every now & then so you have half a chance of getting into your car if the casr's battery goes dead flat. 

Yes, thanks Andy. But what is the small ring for? 

[charlie]

To stop  water getting into the door

[Andy B]

Even though I never use the door lock and always use the remote I need to know something about it.

Around the key hole there is a plastic ring which is not painted. It almost looks clear. Why is it like that? 

It's a good idea to use it every now & then so you have half a chance of getting into your car if the casr's battery goes dead flat. 

Yes, thanks Andy. But what is the small ring for? 

I'm sure there's not one on mine. The lock itself apears to be stainless but if I find a plastic bit on mine when I change over my 'new' door handle I'll let you know.