Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Automatic Door Lock Programming: Notes
Keyless entry module can be programmed into 4 different modes for automatic door locking function. Modes 1, 2 and 3 will lock all doors with ignition on, driver's door closed and transaxle taken out of Park. If driver's door is opened with transaxle not in Park, doors will not lock until a reset occurs. A reset takes place with transaxle in Park and ignition on. If sliding side door is open with transaxle not in Park, all doors will lock 5 seconds after sliding door is closed. Sliding door delay function is canceled with ignition off, transmission in Park, UNLOCK button on transmitter pressed, or by turning key lock cylinder to unlock position. In mode 4, no automatic door lock functions will occur. Modes can be programmed as follows:
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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