Why does my Chevy Silverado say left rear door is ajar?
Door is shut, but the “Left Rear Door Ajar” message displays on instrument panel, and the interior lights won’t turn off because the computer thinks the door is ajar. Tried shutting door multiple times with no change. Any suggestions short of bashing out all the interior lights?
Where is the ajar switch on a GMC Yukon?
This was from a posting on a different site: “The ‘Door Ajar’ switches are located on the latches inside the door. the most common failure in this system is the micro-switch on the latch. on most models you can replace the door lock actuator (ajar switch is part of this actuator) and the issue should be resolved.
Where is the door lock on a GMC Yukon?
The only area of the door inner that I haven’t searched visually is where the door latch mechanism is bolted to the door fenderwell panel. This is because it is not possible to see in there due to metal concealing that area. Before I blindly unscrew the door latching mechanism, two questions: 1) is that were the door lock actuator is located?
How do you lock a Sierra Denali car?
Press the button on a passenger door handle to unlock all doors and tailgate. Press the lower button on the tailgate to lower the standard tailgate. KEYLESS LOCKING With the ignition off, the transmitter removed from the vehicle, and all doors closed: Press the button on any door handle to lock all doors and tailgate immediately.
Door is shut, but the “Left Rear Door Ajar” message displays on instrument panel, and the interior lights won’t turn off because the computer thinks the door is ajar. Tried shutting door multiple times with no change. Any suggestions short of bashing out all the interior lights?
This was from a posting on a different site: “The ‘Door Ajar’ switches are located on the latches inside the door. the most common failure in this system is the micro-switch on the latch. on most models you can replace the door lock actuator (ajar switch is part of this actuator) and the issue should be resolved.
The only area of the door inner that I haven’t searched visually is where the door latch mechanism is bolted to the door fenderwell panel. This is because it is not possible to see in there due to metal concealing that area. Before I blindly unscrew the door latching mechanism, two questions: 1) is that were the door lock actuator is located?
Where are the hanger hooks on a GMC Yukon?
One is at the leading edge of the bottom of the panel. The other is just forward of the door pull. The door inner trim panel has several very sturdy molded hanger hooks on its backside. These fit into openings in the door inner metal and when the trim piece is pushed downward, grip onto the door metal.
Where is the open sensor on a Chevy Silverado?
If none of the above solved the issue, move on to the final step. The door open sensor is located in the lock assembly. The door needs to be closed in order to deactivate the open sensor. You can use your small piece of tubing to deactivate the sensor.
Why is the door switch on my Chevy Silverado stuck?
It is not uncommon for a switch to become stuck. In this case, the switch does not function properly anymore and becomes stuck in the “closed” position. To prevent this problem in the future, swap out the existing door switch with a higher quality switch, as it will likely last longer than the original factory part. Figure 1. Door switch.
What to do if your Chevy Silverado door is open?
The door needs to be closed in order to deactivate the open sensor. You can use your small piece of tubing to deactivate the sensor. Keep in mind that the tubing will be slightly larger than the opening but that the extra thickness will help hold the tubing in place.
How to fix a door ajar light on a Chevy?
Regardless if the the BCM is new or used from a yard it can be re-learned yourself by following this procedure. Replace BCM, connect battery and ensure its fully charged. Keep doors closed / do not open during this process. 1) Turn ignition to run position – then to crank BRIEFLY (do not start engine) then back to run position.