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.
Delayed Locking
The delayed locking feature will activate when a valid lock command is received from a transmitter or a door lock switch (later models) while any door or trunk remains open with the key not in the ignition. The BCM will delay locking the vehicle until all doors and decklid (hatch) are closed. The lock command will execute within 500 ms after all doors and/or decklid transition to closed. If during the delayed state a transmitter unlock command, door unlock switch input or the ignition switch changes state to other than OFF, the delayed locking command will cancel.
When the delayed locking feature is active in the delayed state the body control module (BCM) will activate a chime at the rate of 50 chimes per minute for a duration of 3 chime cycles. If the condition or state changes the chime will continue until completion of the chime schedule.
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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.