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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2014F-150 FX2, 2D PICKUPREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSHANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMSDIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGHANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMSSYMPTOM CHART

2014 Ford F-150 FX2, 2D Pickup

Symptom Chart

2014 Ford F-150 FX2, 2D PickupSECTION Symptom Chart

SYMPTOM CHART - ELECTRICAL

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
All door locks are inoperative	Fuse Wiring, terminals or connectors Body Control Module (BCM)	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
A single/more than one door lock is inoperative	Wiring, terminals or connectors Door lock actuators BCM	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
The door locks operate only one way	Wiring, terminals or connectors Door lock control switch BCM	GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
All door locks are inoperative from one switch	Wiring, terminals or connectors Door lock control switch	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
The doors do not lock/unlock using the keyless entry keypad	Wiring, terminals or connectors Keyless entry keypad BCM	GO to PINPOINT TEST F .
The keyless entry keypad illumination is inoperative/does not operate correctly	Wiring, terminals or connectors Keyless entry keypad BCM	GO to PINPOINT TEST G .
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is inoperative	Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) IKT battery IKT button pressed a substantial amount of times while outside the range of the vehicle IKT programming Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) module BCM	GO to PINPOINT TEST H .
An individual button/feature is inoperative from the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter	Door locks Horn system Factory remote start system (if equipped) Turn signal system IKT	GO to PINPOINT TEST I .
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter has poor range performance	Environmental interference IKT IKT battery TPM module	GO to PINPOINT TEST J .
The autolock does not operate correctly	Programming Door ajar switch input Vehicle speed signal message	GO to PINPOINT TEST K .
The smart unlock does not operate correctly	Key-in-ignition switch Door ajar switch input	GO to PINPOINT TEST L .
The auto-unlock does not operate correctly	Programming Door ajar switch input Vehicle speed signal message	GO to PINPOINT TEST M .
The memory seat does not operate correctly using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter	The remote memory feature is not activated	ACTIVATE the remote memory. REFER to REMOTE MEMORY ACTIVATION . TEST the system for normal operation. If the remote memory is still inoperative, REFER to SEATING to diagnose the memory seat.
The 2-step door unlocking does not operate correctly	The 2-step door unlocking is disabled	PROGRAM the 2-step door unlocking. REFER to STEPPED UNLOCK PROGRAMMING . TEST the system for normal operation.

SYMPTOM CHART - MECHANICAL

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Hard to open/close door from either door handle	Door alignment Door hinges Striker adjustment Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST N .
A door is difficult/does not open from the exterior door handle	Broken or binding linkage Exterior door handle to latch rod adjustment Exterior door handle Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST O .
A door is difficult/does not open from the interior door handle	Broken or binding cable/linkage Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST P .
Exterior door release handle sticks	Binding linkage Broken handle return spring Exterior door handle to latch rod adjustment Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST Q .
Interior door release handle sticks	Binding cable Broken handle return spring Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST R .
Manual interior lock/unlock rod inoperative	Bent or binding lock rod Door latch	OPERATE the door lock rod manually while observing the door lock rod for any binding or if the rod is bent. If the rod is bent or damaged, REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. If the rod is OK, INSTALL a new door latch. REFER to FRONT DOOR LATCH or REAR DOOR LATCH - Super Crew . TEST the system for normal operation.
Squeak/rattle/chucking noise from door	Door alignment Striker adjustment Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST S .
Manual door lock cylinder inoperative	Bent or binding lock rod and lever Door lock cylinder Door latch	GO to PINPOINT TEST T .
Ignition key cannot be returned to the OFF position	Wiring, terminals or connectors Transmission selector lever Binding steering column components Ignition lock cylinder Ignition switch	GO to PINPOINT TEST U .

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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.