Most units suffer motor failures which can make locking and unlocking the vehicle very cumbersome.
Gm door lock actuator recall.
If the door lock actuator doesn t work with any method then the problem can be the door lock actuator itself the wiring or the control module.
Each door has its own actuator.
Our car is doing the same thing as everyone else has posted.
Whats the deal with these things.
Those noises are normal.
2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl.
Unusual noises coming from inside the door are one of the first symptoms of a potential problem with a power door lock actuator.
General motors is recalling 184 611 model year 2005 2007 saab 9 7x.
Key fob doesn t lock unlock and nor does the door switch for all 4 doors.
As many of you already know the door lock actuators in your 2007 2014 gm vehicle are very unreliable.
I have to push the lock manually to lock it and use my key to unlock.
Start by trying the gm remote control door lock actuator.
The driver s door is open while the key is in the ignition.
View your gmc vehicle s specific recall information and active notifications at the gmc owner center.
However if the noise suddenly becomes louder or more pronounced then this may be.
Owners may contact chevrolet at 1 800 222 1020 and gmc at 1 800 462 8782.
My drivers side door tries to lock by keyless and by door button but no dice.
It seems this is a huge problem on the 08 and 09 malibus.
Power door locks that do not function are another common symptom for a problem with the door lock relay.
General motors number for this recall is 13442.
And 2006 2007 chevrolet trailblazer g gm recalls more vehicles with power lock.
Anybody else have to replace a door lock actuator.
If it doesn t work open the door with the key and try the door locks with the switch on the door.
Is there going to be a gm recall on the door lock actuators.
If they still don t work the remote is bad.
Most power door locks operate using gears or motors that may quietly whir or make noise when they operate.
Seems like they are prone to fail given my limited research.
Door lock actuators are made in two styles.
Solenoid and dc motor.
If the power door lock relay fails it will cut off power to the entire power door lock system and may cause them to not function correctly.