Drivers door lock problems

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Aug 23, 2004 | 09:54 PM

IJustSmile

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Drivers door lock problems

My drivers side door doesn't always unlock automatically. It's the same whether I use the key fob or just take the key out of the ignition after driving. Sometimes it unlocks, sometimes it doesn't. It has been doing this for about 2 years now but it was very seldom at first. Lately it has gotten much worse. So, which part do I need to replace and what is the part number? Is it a module, an actuator or what?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Aug 24, 2004 | 12:01 AM

B1Mario

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I don't know, but my 01 just started doing the same thing this last week so any help would be appreciated!!

Aug 24, 2004 | 12:41 AM

MrLeadFoot

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Originally Posted by IJustSmile

I have an '01 that requires several clicks of either the door unlock button or the key fob to unlock the doors. It's always a random number that unlocks either door. Interestingly, the door lock button works ALL the time, while the key fob still locks and unlocks at random. Actuators have been replaced to no avail. Reading through the service manual, I've noticed that one of the troubleshooting steps is to look for a ground short. That means hours of testing and probably days of the car being down in the garage. I decided to live with it for now. :-(

Aug 24, 2004 | 01:50 PM

Chopper Larry

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I believe it's a common problem...the door module had to be replaced in our driver side door, and now the passenger also needs the same replacement.

Aug 24, 2004 | 05:30 PM

kenrobb

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The door control module is likely the problem. Is a know problem with them. Had the driver door module replaced on the 99 under warr. They just seem to fail. It is something you can do yourself.