Testing Door Lock Actuator

Just a short video to show how you can test a door lock actuator using a car battery or a car jumper.

Testing door lock 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. If the door lock actuators fail they will disable the power door lock feature from working. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector.

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. You should see the voltage polarity toggle with each switch activation. I think the problem with my door locks is the passenger side actuator. I ve taken the actuator out of the passenger door.

How to test door lock actuator if your car door does not lock or unlock with the remote or power button it is very. 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. The voltage is measured when the power lock button is pressed.

If the door lock actuator is operating correctly opening the interior door handle will override the door lock actuator. Car door does not unlock lock with remote. 2004 honda odyssey ex passenger m. Is there a way i can test this thing to see if it s bad by running 12 volts to it or something.