Why is my Toyota Sienna not locking the doors?
Replace the door panel and pat yourself on the back. If you can manually lock your doors or the lock/unlock button works inside the car, yet the key fob won’t unlock the doors, you have a simple issue. Simply put, the battery is dead in your key fob. You can either open the key fob (squeeze on the sides) and get a replacement battery from a store.
What to do when your Sienna’s side door fails?
The only way you can get the door open is to pull the handle and then hold it for two or three seconds. This happens when the latch motor fails, which is fairly common in Toyota Siennas. Luckily, replacing just the latch motor is an easy and inexpensive solution. 2.
Where are the screws on a Toyota Sienna sliding door?
There are 2 screws on the front edge of the door so you MUST be able to get the door open to remove it. At first I was not able to get my door opened but by playing around with pulling the handle on the inside while pushing out on the door (front and back of door) I was able to get it to open.
When did the Toyota Sienna power door come out?
It is BO010-01, published Sept 9, 2002. The TSB specifies new ECUs for the offending door. The new ECUs are manufactured after May 6, 2002. They cost around $400 from a dealer, but can be bought from other Toyota parts suppliers online for under $300. Just make sure the one you get has a date of 5/6/02 or newer.
Is there a power door switch on a Toyota Sienna?
I’m not familiar with the 2002 (1st Generation) Sienna, but in the 2004 (2nd Generation) Sienna, there is an “on/off” switch that controls the power to the power doors (if so equipped). This power switch is different and separate from the button (s) that open (s)/close (s) the door.
How does auto lock work on a Toyota?
With the key set to “On” and all of the doors shut, you will auto-lock the doors when you move out of “Park” with the shift lever. In turn, all the doors will auto-unlock when you turn the key to “Off” while the shift lever is in “Park.”
Why is my power door lock not working?
If you can manually lock your doors or the lock/unlock button works inside the car, yet the key fob won’t unlock the doors, you have a simple issue. Simply put, the battery is dead in your key fob. You can either open the key fob (squeeze on the sides) and get a replacement battery from a store.
Where can I get a new power door lock?
Order a new motor from a Toyota authorized dealer like ours: parts.olathetoyota.com. After you have the replacement part, it is simply a swap and reassemble process. Just make sure you take your time and don’t bend anything. Surprisingly, the door locking mechanism can get out of whack quickly if things don’t line up quite right. Take your time.
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What to do when your side door won’t open?
The only way you can get the door open is to pull the handle and then hold it for two or three seconds. This happens when the latch motor fails, which is fairly common in Toyota Siennas.
What to do when your car key won’t turn in?
You can use WD40 as long as you are going to be changing out the ignition cylinder after you turn the key successfully. When you are going to replace it anyway, it gunking up further over time does not matter. Gather your lubricant, key, and cloth. Spray the lubricant into the keyway of the ignition cylinder.
Why does my Sienna Le not open or close?
So out of the blue, our 06 Sienna LE’s passenger side power door stopped opening/closing using either of the interior buttons. It pops and tries to open/close, but it acts like it’s totally stuck. BUT, when using the handles, both interior and exterior handles, the door powers open/closed flawlessly.
Are there any problems with the Toyota Sienna?
Many Sienna owners successfully resolve this issue by replacing it with an OEM metal cooler pipe (Part No. 15767-31020 ). Shift Lock Solenoid Failure: The shift lock solenoid in 2004-2009 Siennas is prone to failure, which allows the driver to move the shift lever out of the park position without depressing the brake pedal.
What causes Toyota Sienna to roll out of Park?
Shift Lock Solenoid Failure: The shift lock solenoid in 2004-2009 Siennas is prone to failure, which allows the driver to move the shift lever out of the park position without depressing the brake pedal. This causes the minivan to unexpectedly roll out of position.
What to do if your car lock is not working?
The remote should also be checked for stuck buttons. If the problem is still active, then a scan of the body control module using a factory style scanner can isolate the cause of the problem. It may be the module or one of the door latches. A certified mobile mechanic from YourMechanic can provide this service at your home or office.