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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2001VILLAGER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMSSYMPTOM TESTSTEST A: LOCKS INOPERATIVE USING KEY
2001 Mercury Villager Base
Test A: Locks Inoperative Using Key
2001 Mercury Villager BaseSECTION Test A: Locks Inoperative Using Key
- Lock and unlock door locks using master window/door lock switch. If door locks operate properly, go to next step. If door locks do not operate properly, see POWER DOOR LOCKS - VILLAGER article for further testing information.
- Lock doors using driver and passenger key lock switch. If all doors lock from each key lock switch, go to step 6 . If doors do not lock from both key lock switches, go to next step. If doors do not lock from only one key lock switch, go to step 4 .
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect Smart Entry Control (SEC)/timer module Gray 26-pin connector C2032B located behind top center of dash. Remove driver door trim panel. Disconnect driver key lock switch Gray 4-pin connector C515 located in driver door. Measure resistance of Red wire between driver key lock switch connector C515 terminal No. 1 and SEC/timer module connector C2032B terminal No. 8. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace SEC/timer module. Recheck system operation. If resistance is greater than 5 ohms, repair open in Red wire. Recheck system operation.
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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.