Where is the lock button on my power sliding door?
There’s a lock function in the overhead console, a child lock switch on each sliding door (rear), and a lock button near the interior handle on my 2016. Assuming it’s the latter, has any one been tampering with it, like kids, while the electrical function is being used?
What to do if your car door won’t lock?
You have a broken wire: If the lock isn’t getting power, hold the lock switch either up or down, and then open and close the door repeatedly to see if the lock will work. If it works sometimes, you probably have a broken wire.
Why does my sliding door lock not work?
It sounds like your door lock actuator for the passenger sliding door has failed. It also sounds like the actuator has failed in a manner that prevents movement of the actuator by use of the manual lock lever.
Is the sliding door on my T & C locked?
The driver side sliding door on my 2008 T&C Touring is locked, and will not unlock no matter what method I try, including manually moving the slide. The passenger side works fine. Ugh, not looking forward to paying a mechanic to fix it; that video of removing the actuator looks really time-consuming. Besides, as I said, the door is locked.
Why does my rear door lock not unlock?
My rear door locks will not unlock, front ones work fine with remote and inside control panel. The rear locks won’t budge (have to unlock manually). Looks like it could be the on/off relay switches.
What happens if you use a physical key to unlock a door?
Alright, so using a physical key to unlock the door isn’t the end of the world, but it is a slight hassle if you’re used to the convenience of electric locks. When a door ceases to lock and unlock at the press of a button, it often means that the door’s lock actuator has given up the ghost.
What to do if your door lock relay is not working?
Power door locks do not function. If your power door lock system is having any issues, or you suspect that your relay may be having a problem, have the vehicle inspected by a professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to determine if your car needs a door lock relay replacement.
How does an electric lock work on a door?
The lock actuator consists of a small electric motor that drives a gearbox, which in turn locks and unlocks the door. It sounds simple enough, right? While it would be easy to jump to the conclusion that you need to order a new part, the truth is, your broken actuator can often be fixed on the cheap—and by that I mean for free.