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.

2004 honda odyssey ex passenger m. How to test door lock actuator if your car door does not lock or unlock with the remote or power button it is very. It doesn t seem to be doing anything at all when i try to lock. Helpful guide on diagnosing power door lock problems with the passenger multiplex control unit and the door lock actuators.

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. Door lock systems operate the actuator by toggling positive negative voltage to the actuator. Then use your test light or digital meter to check for power and ground at the connector when you operate the lock unlock switch. You should see the voltage polarity toggle with each switch activation.

Car door does not unlock lock with remote. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector. There appears to be 5 pins in the harness connecting to it. I ve taken the actuator out of the passenger door.

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. If the door lock actuators fail they will disable the power door lock feature from working. Just a short video to show how you can test a door lock actuator using a car battery or a car jumper. The voltage is measured when the power lock button is pressed.