{"id":5862,"date":"2023-01-11T15:40:41","date_gmt":"2023-01-11T15:40:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/?post_type=avada_faq&#038;p=5862"},"modified":"2023-01-11T15:53:04","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T15:53:04","slug":"what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction","status":"publish","type":"avada_faq","link":"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes a Car Door Lock to Malfunction?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Having a problem with your car&#8217;s door locks is a typical occurrence. However, we\u2019ll go through some of the most prevalent causes and what you can do to fix them. If you have time, check out our blog!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Key_Fob_Problems\" title=\"Key Fob Problems\">Key Fob Problems<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Dead_key_fob_battery\" title=\"Dead key fob battery\">Dead key fob battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Key_fob_malfunction\" title=\"Key fob malfunction\">Key fob malfunction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#How_Can_I_Fix_This\" title=\"How Can I Fix This?\">How Can I Fix This?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Weather_Conditions\" title=\"Weather Conditions\">Weather Conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Failure_Of_A_Solenoid\" title=\"Failure Of A Solenoid\">Failure Of A Solenoid<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Door_Lock_Actuator_Problems\" title=\"Door Lock Actuator Problems\">Door Lock Actuator Problems<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Defective_Wiring\" title=\"Defective Wiring\">Defective Wiring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Blown_Fuse\" title=\"Blown Fuse\">Blown Fuse<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#When_It_Comes_To_Car_Lockouts_Can_An_Auto_Locksmith_Help\" title=\"When It Comes To Car Lockouts, Can An Auto Locksmith Help?\">When It Comes To Car Lockouts, Can An Auto Locksmith Help?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/faq-items\/what-causes-a-car-door-lock-to-malfunction\/#Bottom_Line\" title=\"Bottom Line\">Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_Wrong_With_Your_Power_Door_Lock\"><\/span>What&#8217;s Wrong With Your Power Door Lock?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A variety of factors may cause problems with a door lock. Let&#8217;s look at how the power door locking mechanism works first.<\/p>\n<p>The key fob or automobile central locking remote transmits a signal to a receiver connected to the engine control unit when utilizing a power locking system. The solenoid on each door will then be activated to lock or unlock at the same time by a receiver.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5866\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems.jpg\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5866\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5866\" src=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems.jpg\" alt=\"Key Fob Problems\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Key-Fob-Problems.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-5866\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Key Fob Problems<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Fob_Problems\"><\/span>Key Fob Problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dead_key_fob_battery\"><\/span><strong><strong>Dead key fob battery<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Replacement of key fob batteries sometimes is all that is needed to fix door lock problems. Coin-sized batteries are standard. However, it is essential to check your owner&#8217;s handbook for the correct dimensions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_fob_malfunction\"><\/span><strong><strong>Key fob malfunction<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Key fobs that don&#8217;t work are more difficult to fix than batteries that have run out. After changing the batteries, you may discover that the issue persists. For that, you&#8217;ll need to consult an expert. The expert will link the fob to a computer to ensure the correct signal response. You&#8217;ll have to get a new one if it breaks.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5867\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This.jpg\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5867\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5867\" src=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This.jpg\" alt=\"How Can I Fix This\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-Can-I-Fix-This.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-5867\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">How Can I Fix This<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Fix_This\"><\/span><strong>How Can I Fix This?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although most key fobs come with a manual key, updating the batteries is always good. Keep a replacement battery on hand, and acquire yourself a manual spare key if your fob doesn&#8217;t come with a manual key (if possible).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather_Conditions\"><\/span><strong><strong>Weather Conditions<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Car and residential doors might malfunction in frigid temperatures. This is caused by ice adhering to the outside and handle of your automobile door, making it difficult to open or shut. To help melt the ice surrounding your door or handle, pour warm but never boiling water around the frozen area. Keep any moist areas from the water you spilled dry, so you don&#8217;t have extra ice.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Failure_Of_A_Solenoid\"><\/span><strong><strong>Failure Of A Solenoid<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A solenoid within your vehicle doors receives a signal from the buttons on your key fob. An electrical signal is translated into mechanical movement by a solenoid and utilized to move a steel rod through a keyhole. The inner door panel must be removed to replace a solenoid in a door that isn&#8217;t locking or unlocking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Broken rod or connection<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>There is always the potential that one of the rods mentioned above or (more probable) plastic connections has cracked, which is less likely than an electrical fault. The hardware network connects the door panel switches to the door handles and locks inside and outside.<\/p>\n<p>Plastic may harden and crack with time, or muck may have leaked into the door from the window and gathered there due to the window being repeatedly opened and closed. As with the solenoid replacement, diagnosing and fixing this issue will need removing the inner door panel, but any problems will be evident to the unaided eye.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Door_Lock_Actuator_Problems\"><\/span>Door Lock Actuator Problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your car&#8217;s doors are locked and unlocked by the actuator. Locking and unlocking problems might occur if the actuator becomes damaged and cannot send signals to the vehicle. Consult a mechanic to see whether the actuator is functioning correctly.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Defective_Wiring\"><\/span><strong><strong>Defective Wiring<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The door controls might fail if the wiring in the automobile door system is faulty. Faulty wiring is most often the result of insulation wear. Your car&#8217;s doors will open and close correctly if you take it to a repair shop for a new electrical system.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blown_Fuse\"><\/span><strong><strong>Blown Fuse<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If the power locking system is connected to the car&#8217;s electrical system, it will function properly. Short-circuit or electrical damage may be prevented by clicking a fuse or numerous fuses to the system. It&#8217;s good to check the fuse for the door locks before going to the dealer for power door inspections. When a fuse blows, you&#8217;ll hear a popping sound and smell burning.<\/p>\n<p>A simple way to detect whether the little metal squiggle in the center of a fuse is connected or not is to check. After confirmation, replacing the fuse with a new one of the same amperage as the previous one is recommended.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5868\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems.jpg\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5868\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5868\" src=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems.jpg\" alt=\"Door Lock Actuator Problems\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elitelocksmiths.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Door-Lock-Actuator-Problems.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-5868\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Door Lock Actuator Problems<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_It_Comes_To_Car_Lockouts_Can_An_Auto_Locksmith_Help\"><\/span>When It Comes To Car Lockouts, Can An Auto Locksmith Help?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, that&#8217;s a straightforward solution to your question. An <span style=\"color: #46a342;\"><a style=\"color: #46a342;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elitelocksmiths.us\/2020\/05\/03\/can-a-locksmith-come-to-my-car-and-make-a-new-key\/\"><strong>Auto Locksmith<\/strong><\/a><\/span> can help you with any problems with your vehicle&#8217;s lock mechanism, including a damaged or broken lock, a jammed lock that won&#8217;t open, a stuck car key in the ignition, or even if you&#8217;ve misplaced your car keys. Auto Locksmiths can also help you if you have a lock-related issue with most other kinds of vehicles.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, you&#8217;ll want to get your vehicle door lock difficulties fixed as soon as possible. You need to know what&#8217;s wrong before you can fix it. 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