Pull the door handle, when the door pops slowly let the door handle retract to it's original state, slide your fingers behind the door and pull. Door handles are notorious for breaking on all Eclipses. You pulled and my heart stopped when i heard it pop when you let go. To close the door hold it 2 inches appart then gently push. You slammed both doors.
I had this same one about 13 years ago, and it was a lifesaver. Good on gas, had an awesome drive, and has a very sturdy body. Fixed it a little and sold for more than what I bought it for.