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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

LOCKS, LATCHES AND MECHANISMS

Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the owner's concern by operating the handles, locks, latches and mechanisms.

Visual Inspection Chart:




Visual Inspection Chart

2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. Refer to the chart. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

NOTE: Before starting any electrical diagnosis, make sure the battery is fully charged. Check for mechanical binds by manually operating the door locks. Then, operate the power door lock system several times from each switch, while observing the operation of each door lock.