My Driver Door Won T Lock

This video is a demonstration of conventional methods used to prove an electrical device is faulty before replacing it.

My driver door won t lock.

This motor powers the locking mechanism. An inoperative power door lock can be caused by the switch solenoid wiring problem or mechanical problem within the linkage of the affected door. In order to remove the door panel. If you have a single door which doesn t lock unlock you most likely have a problem with the actuator motor.

In some vehicles the cable that connects the door lock actuator to the inner door handle may be built into the actuator assembly. Solutions for when your car door won t open from inside or outside. In some cars a failed door lock actuator may lock but won t unlock or the other way around. Only the driver door has this problem.

This is one of the most common reasons why your car door lock is not working. Inspect the fuse that protects the door lock circuit to ensure it is not blown. Single door fails to lock unlock. If the battery isnâ t the problem the issue may be with the fob itself.

When this is the problem you will need to remove the door panel and have a look. Joined 10 mo ago 15 posts. If your locks arenâ t working replacing the battery in the key fob could solve the issue. Repair the broken connections.

Begin by checking the keyway for blockage. In most cases the problem with a door lock actuator is limited to only one door. The key fob is faulty. Use replacement parts if needed and mend the broken connections.

Circuit testing and voltage drop test. If all of the door locks are inoperative start your diagnosis at the fuse box. First unhook the negative battery power supply. Lubricating the door latch is one of the ways in which doors that won t open from the inside or the outside can be fixed.

Open the door and troubleshoot the lock assembly. Jump to latest follow 1 8 of 8 posts.