Testing Door Lock Actuator

If the door lock actuator is operating correctly opening the interior door handle will override the door lock actuator.

Testing door lock actuator.

You should see the voltage polarity toggle with each switch activation. To diagnose your mechanic may need to take the door cover off and test the voltage at the door lock actuator following the wire diagram. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector. I think the problem with my door locks is the passenger side actuator.

This will require the driver to use the key to lock or unlock the doors and can disable the power door locks completely for vehicles that do not use a traditional key such as newer luxury vehicles. Then use your test light or digital meter to check for power and ground at the connector when you operate the lock unlock switch. I ve taken the actuator out of the passenger door. 2004 honda odyssey ex passenger m.

If the door lock actuators fail they will disable the power door lock feature from working. If you are working on the rear doors of a four door sedan make sure that you turn off the child safety lock to test the repaired door lock actuator correctly. Is there a way i can test this thing to see if it s bad by running 12 volts to it or something. The voltage is measured when the power lock button is pressed.

It doesn t seem to be doing anything at all when i try to lock. Car door does not unlock lock with remote. There appears to be 5 pins in the harness connecting to it. Helpful guide on diagnosing power door lock problems with the passenger multiplex control unit and the door lock actuators.