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Automatic Locks Inoperative But Doors Lock And Unlock From Control Switches In Armrests

For access to module, see removal and installation in this story. 

  1. Occupy drivers seat, turn ignition "ON", place selector in "DRIVE", close all doors, and touch probe of self-powered test light to "G" terminal of module with test light grounded. If light does not come on, check Black wire from "G" terminal for proper ground.
  2. If light came on, use test light and check for open circuit in Orange-Black feed wire between relays and source. If open circuit is found, repair circuit and recheck.
  3. If relay source circuit is not open, connect test light between ground and module "M" terminal. If light comes on, replace module printed circuit.
  4. If light remains off, check for open or short in Orange feed wire between module and source. Repair circuit and recheck.
    NOTE: If circuit is shorted, body fuse will be blown and courtesy lights will not come on.