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.
Diagnosis Procedure
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE
Perform Initialization procedure and check that inspection result is normal.
Refer to "WORK PROCEDURE "
Is the inspection result normal?
YES: INSPECTION END
NO: GO TO 2.
- CHECK DRIVER SIDE DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY (DOOR KEY CYLINDER SWITCH)
Check driver side door lock assembly (door key cylinder switch).
Refer to "COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK "
Is the inspection result normal?
YES: GO TO 3.
NO: Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.
- CONFIRM THE OPERATION
Confirm the operation again.
Is the result normal?
YES: Check intermittent incident. Refer to "INTERMITTENT INCIDENT "
NO: GO TO 1.
NO RELATED
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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.