Power Lock Not Working On Driver Door

The drivers door switch controls all power door locks.

Power lock not working on driver door.

The only part that these two have in common is the master switch. Inspect the fuse that protects the door lock circuit to ensure it is not blown. An inoperative power door lock can be caused by the switch solenoid wiring problem or mechanical problem within the linkage of the affected door. The most likely cause of your problem is the master switch in the drivers door.

If you think about it the power lock motor on the driver side would be used more than the others and would wear out sooner just like the driver side power window usually wears out first. The windows and the locks are on two separate circuits. Of course it is also possible that the wiring harness between the driver side door and cowl is. If all of the door locks are inoperative start your diagnosis at the fuse box.

You can yank the fuse and do a reset when the door lock misbehave again or you can take it to a shop and have the door lock software updated to correct the problem. Go to a dealer and they will. Power door locks do not function. The power lock works on the driver door it just doesn t trigger the lock on the driver door but it does lock unlock all the other doors.

If the power door lock relay fails it will cut off power to the entire power door lock system and may cause them to not function correctly. The door locks may function correctly one moment and in the next will cease to operate. This can be an inconvenience to the driver when trying to lock or unlock the vehicle. The power windows switch also works on the driver side.

7 fixes to try if your car s power door locks won t work 1. If your power door locks start working normally after a fuse reset you have two options. You don t want to be kicking yourself later because you missed something so obvious. Power door locks that do not function are another common symptom for a problem with the door lock relay.

Replace the key fob. I don t know much about it but i would guess either way it would be the motor that engages the lock on the driver side. Next check the door lock switch and door lock actuator.