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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996RV CUTAWAY 5.8 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSPOWER DOOR LOCKSTESTINGPOWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 H
Power Door Lock Switch
1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 HSECTION Power Door Lock Switch
NOTE:
Use self-powered test light or ohmmeter to test power door lock switch. Some switches contain diodes. Reverse test leads during resistance checks before condemning switches.
- Remove switch from mounting. With switch in neutral position, continuity should exist between terminals No. 1 and 2, and terminals No. 3 and 4. See Fig 1 . Continuity should not exist between terminal No. 5 and any other terminal. With switch in LOCK position, continuity should exist between terminals No. 1 and 5, and terminals No. 3 and 4. Continuity should not exist between terminal No. 2 and any other terminal.
- With switch in UNLOCK position, continuity should exist between terminals No. 1 and 2, and terminals No. 4 and 5. Continuity should not exist between terminal No. 3 and any other terminal. If switch does not test as indicated, replace power door lock switch.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.