Door Lock Inhibit
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
With the key in the ignition switch in the ON or OFF position and the driver's door open the BCM will ignore the command to lock the power door locks. Once the key is removed, or the driver's door is closed, the body control module will allow the power door locks to lock.