Passenger door lock problem. Ideas?
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Melting Slicks
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From: Boise Idaho
Passenger door lock problem. Ideas?
So, I have to preface this by saying I haven't had time to dive into it yet (hoping to get to it this weekend), but I thought I'd hit the C5 forum up for advice/recommendations before I start. I noticed last night that when I hit my key fob to lock/unlock the doors, only the driver's side lock would move. The passenger lock stood still. I got in the car and tried both the passenger and the driver's side lock buttons, which had the same result. I can (obviously) manually actuate the passenger-side door lock, but the in-car buttons, and the fob does nothing.
Now, I just noticed it yesterday, but I have a theory of when it occurred. About 2 months ago, I installed component speakers in both doors. I imagine this is when the problem started (I just didn't notice it until yesterday). Could this be a wire issue? As I stated, the buttons on the passenger side work. The window can roll up/down, and the lock/unlock button on the passenger-side door unlocks the driver's door. I imagine the window control module is alright.
In any case, I just wanted to see what your thoughts are. Thanks a bunch!
Now, I just noticed it yesterday, but I have a theory of when it occurred. About 2 months ago, I installed component speakers in both doors. I imagine this is when the problem started (I just didn't notice it until yesterday). Could this be a wire issue? As I stated, the buttons on the passenger side work. The window can roll up/down, and the lock/unlock button on the passenger-side door unlocks the driver's door. I imagine the window control module is alright.
In any case, I just wanted to see what your thoughts are. Thanks a bunch!
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From: Lake Havasu City, AZ
There are many posts on this topic. several within the last two weeks.
The problem is a dirty/arched, or worn out relay in the door control module. The three possible fixes... all in the posts are
1. replace the module... new about $300 + $300 labor
used $150 and DIY
2. clean the contacts in the prblematic relay.... $0 BUT its only a DIY... Dealer won't do it
3. Desolder and replace the problematic relay... again a DIY on the removal and replacement and either you do the desolder re solder or get an electronic tech to do it... Relays are under $2....
The problem is a dirty/arched, or worn out relay in the door control module. The three possible fixes... all in the posts are
1. replace the module... new about $300 + $300 labor
used $150 and DIY
2. clean the contacts in the prblematic relay.... $0 BUT its only a DIY... Dealer won't do it
3. Desolder and replace the problematic relay... again a DIY on the removal and replacement and either you do the desolder re solder or get an electronic tech to do it... Relays are under $2....
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Melting Slicks
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From: Boise Idaho
Originally Posted by rws.1
There are many posts on this topic. several within the last two weeks.
The problem is a dirty/arched, or worn out relay in the door control module. The three possible fixes... all in the posts are
1. replace the module... new about $300 + $300 labor
used $150 and DIY
2. clean the contacts in the prblematic relay.... $0 BUT its only a DIY... Dealer won't do it
3. Desolder and replace the problematic relay... again a DIY on the removal and replacement and either you do the desolder re solder or get an electronic tech to do it... Relays are under $2....
The problem is a dirty/arched, or worn out relay in the door control module. The three possible fixes... all in the posts are
1. replace the module... new about $300 + $300 labor
used $150 and DIY
2. clean the contacts in the prblematic relay.... $0 BUT its only a DIY... Dealer won't do it
3. Desolder and replace the problematic relay... again a DIY on the removal and replacement and either you do the desolder re solder or get an electronic tech to do it... Relays are under $2....
Awesome. Thanks for the info!
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From: Lake Havasu City, AZ
one of the members had a web site with some how to's... check out www.ronjpics.com click on the corvette stuff link
I've go tthe same problem and plan to get at it over the next couple of days...
also read all the posts in this link to a recent post
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...e+door+lock%27
Good luck
Rich
I've go tthe same problem and plan to get at it over the next couple of days...
also read all the posts in this link to a recent post
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...e+door+lock%27
Good luck
Rich
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From: Horncastle Lincolnshire, England
2023 C5 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Originally Posted by rws.1
There are many posts on this topic. several within the last two weeks.
The problem is a dirty/arched, or worn out relay in the door control module. The three possible fixes... all in the posts are
1. replace the module... new about $300 + $300 labor
used $150 and DIY
2. clean the contacts in the prblematic relay.... $0 BUT its only a DIY... Dealer won't do it
3. Desolder and replace the problematic relay... again a DIY on the removal and replacement and either you do the desolder re solder or get an electronic tech to do it... Relays are under $2....
The problem is a dirty/arched, or worn out relay in the door control module. The three possible fixes... all in the posts are
1. replace the module... new about $300 + $300 labor
used $150 and DIY
2. clean the contacts in the prblematic relay.... $0 BUT its only a DIY... Dealer won't do it
3. Desolder and replace the problematic relay... again a DIY on the removal and replacement and either you do the desolder re solder or get an electronic tech to do it... Relays are under $2....
I had the problem on my drivers door
The dealer replaced the module under warranty. Looks like the DIY fix would be a good option if your warranty has run out.
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Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Morris iL
My passenger side went first about a year ago - then the driver's door.
They went gradually - working occasionally at first, then finally not working at all.
I got left and right modules replaced on warranty two days ago.
cost:
labor 348.30
module 196.32
module 181.83
shipping 8.47
total $734.92
They went gradually - working occasionally at first, then finally not working at all.
I got left and right modules replaced on warranty two days ago.
cost:
labor 348.30
module 196.32
module 181.83
shipping 8.47
total $734.92
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