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All Door Entry Lock/Unlock Functions and Wireless Functions do not Operate (To 8/2009): Procedure
- CHECK POWER DOOR LOCK OPERATION
- When the door control switch on the master switch assembly is operated, check that the doors unlock and lock according to switch operation. Refer to OPERATION CHECK
.
OK
Door locks operate normally.
NG → See step 16
OK: Go to next step
- When the door control switch on the master switch assembly is operated, check that the doors unlock and lock according to switch operation. Refer to OPERATION CHECK
.
- CHECK ELECTRICAL KEY TRANSMITTER
- Check if another registered key is available.
Result
Result Proceed to Another registered key is not available. A Another registered key is available. B
B → See step 4
A: Go to next step
- Check if another registered key is available.
- REGISTER ELECTRICAL KEY TRANSMITTER
- Register a new key. Refer to REGISTRATION .
NEXT: Go to next step
- CHECK ELECTRICAL KEY TRANSMITTER (OPERATION)
- Using the key registered in the previous step or another registered key, check that the entry function operates normally. Refer to OPERATION CHECK
.
OK
Entry function operates normally.
NG → See step 7
OK: Go to next step
- Using the key registered in the previous step or another registered key, check that the entry function operates normally. Refer to OPERATION CHECK
.
- CHECK ELECTRICAL KEY TRANSMITTER (LED)
- Check that the transmitter LED illuminates each time when the switch is pushed 3 times.
Result
Result Proceed to Transmitter LED does not illuminate at all when switch is pushed 3 times. A Transmitter LED illuminates each time when switch is pushed 3 times. B Transmitter LED does not illuminate the second or third time. C HINT:
If the transmitter LED does not illuminate the second or third time, replace the transmitter battery as it is depleted.
C → See step 18
B → REPLACE ELECTRICAL KEY TRANSMITTER
A: Go to next step
- Check that the transmitter LED illuminates each time when the switch is pushed 3 times.
- INSPECT TRANSMITTER BATTERY (VOLTAGE)
- Remove the battery from the key that does not operate. Attach a lead wire (0.6 mm (0.0236 in.) or less in diameter including wire sheath) with tape or equivalent to the negative (-) terminal. Refer to REPLACEMENT .
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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.
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