Keyless/Power Door Locks/Security System Symptom Troubleshooting Index (4-door)

2020 Honda Civic Si, 4D SedanSECTION Keyless/Power Door Locks/Security System Symptom Troubleshooting Index (4-door)

NOTE:  If the door lock system and the keyless operation do not work, troubleshoot the door locks first. The system does not function when turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

Symptom Check Items Also check for
The security system sounds randomly while the doors are locked Tripped sensor recall   
The horn does not sound and/or the headlights do not flash when the PANIC button on the keyless transmitter/remote is pressed Symptom troubleshooting  
Security alarm system will not arm Symptom troubleshooting  
All the doors will not lock or unlock with driver's door key cylinder or door lock switch or keyless transmitter/remote  
Driver's door will not lock or unlock  
Left rear door will not lock or unlock  
Front passenger's and right rear doors will not lock or unlock  
Passenger doors will not unlock with the remote or key cylinder switch, but will unlock with the inside door unlock switch Driver's door lock knob switch test (check for door lock knob switch ON/OFF information with the HDS)  
Doors automatically relock 30 seconds after being unlocked with the remote even though a door has been opened Symptom troubleshooting  
Auto door unlock does not work Symptom troubleshooting  

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