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Pinpoint Test D: A Single Door Lock Is Inoperative

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  1. D1 CHECK FOR BINDING OR STICKING OF THE INOPERATIVE DOOR LOCK 
    • Check for a binding or stuck condition.
    • Is the door lock stuck or binding? 
    • Yes  : REPAIR or INSTALL new components as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
    • No  : GO to D2.
  2. D2 CHECK CIRCUIT 117 (PK/BK) FOR VOLTAGE 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Inoperative Door Lock Actuator Connector.
    • Measure the voltage between the inoperative door lock actuator connector pin 1, circuit 117 (PK/BK), harness side and ground while pressing the door lock control switch LOCK button.
      Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Inoperative Door Lock Actuator Connector Pin 1 And Ground
      G03891053Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 
    • Yes  : GO to D3.
    • No  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. D3 CHECK CIRCUIT 118 (PK/OG) FOR VOLTAGE 
    • Measure the voltage between the inoperative door lock actuator connector pin 2, circuit 118 (PK/OG), and ground while pressing the door lock control switch UNLOCK button.
      Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between Inoperative Door Lock Actuator Connector Pin 2 And Ground
      G03891054Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new door lock actuator. TEST the system for normal operation.
    • No  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.