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heating and stretching the material is necessary to conform to curves, but this can sometimes result in milky cloudiness if not done correctly. Ensure you use even heat and gently stretch the material to avoid trapping air or moisture, which causes the cloudiness.

It sounds like the linkage between the exterior door handle and the latch mechanism might be disconnected or broken. Since you can open the door using the rod inside, the latch itself is functional. Check if the rod connecting the exterior handle to the latch is properly attached and not bent or damaged; if it’s loose or misaligned, securing or replacing it should resolve the issue.