Body

Front door lock actuator inspection

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Door Lock Actuator

1. Disconnect the front door lock actuator connector.

2. Apply battery positive voltage to the front door lock actuator terminals and inspect the operation of the front door lock actuator.

  • If not as specified, replace the front door lock actuator.

With double locking system

Without double locking system

Door Lock-link Switch

1. Disconnect the front door lock actuator connector.

2. Inspect for continuity between the door lock-link switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

  • If not as specified, replace the front door lock actuator.


Door Key Cylinder Switch

1. Disconnect the front door lock actuator connector.

2. Inspect for continuity between the door lock-link switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

  • If not as specified, replace the front door lock actuator.


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