Passenger Side Door Wont Lock

Again if one door doesn t work but others do the problem could be with the door lock solenoid.

Passenger side door wont lock.

Re install the door panel using the reverse steps. Great tips for diagnosing a power door lock central locking or key fob issue on bmw and we show you the first steps to take. Then they are a nuisance. Replacing it may require removing the car door panel.

If your key fob remote lock unlock doesn t work but the locks work on the door you need a new battery. In some vehicles the cable that connects the door lock actuator to the inner door handle may be built into the actuator assembly. If one door doesn t work but others do the problem could be a blown fuse. I ve heard all sorts of stories saying if you deadlock the car with the driver s door open it will fix this problem however this appears to be false.

The solenoid is bad. In some cars a failed door lock actuator may lock but won t unlock or the other way around. This is a cheap and easy fix. A fuse is blown.

Take a few minutes and test all the door locks key fob and the manual lock for each door. Luckily this is the easiest and cheapest items that can go wrong. Before you begin this project you will need to determine exactly what the problem is with the locks. Here is a link to a forum with pictures and detailed steps for an older model toyota camry.

Power door locks are a great feature for any vehicle except when they don t work properly. Replacing the fuse will correct the problem.