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Pinpoint Test L: The Autolock Is Inoperative




Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Pinpoint Test L: The Autolock Is Inoperative

Normal Operation

The Body Control Module (BCM) energizes the lock relay based on input from the ajar switches, the ignition mode, and the vehicle speed signal. The BCM (Body Control Module) locks the doors when the following conditions are met:

- All of the doors are closed

- The ignition is in the RUN mode

- The vehicle is shifted into any gear putting the vehicle in motion

- The vehicle reaches a speed greater than 7 km/h (5 mph)

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Programming

- Door ajar switches

- Vehicle speed input

PINPOINT TEST L : THE AUTOLOCK IS INOPERATIVE

L1 CHECK THE COURTESY LAMP OPERATION

- Open and close the doors while checking the courtesy lamp operation.

Do the courtesy lamps operate correctly?

Yes
GO to L2.

No
REFER to Lighting and Horns to DIAGNOSE the door ajar inputs.

L2 CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE SPEEDOMETER

- Observe the speedometer while driving the vehicle.

Does the speedometer operate correctly?

Yes
ENABLE the autolock feature. REFER to Autolock and Auto-Unlock Programming Autolock and Auto-Unlock Programming. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
REFER to Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators to DIAGNOSE the speedometer.