Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

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Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

April 26, 2008, 11:03:40 AM

Hello all. I just got my car back fresh off having a 351w installed.

When I received it back, when pushing the unlock button on the door, it will not unlock. It seems that both the lock and unlock button will actuall lock the door. It does the same thing on both sides. I am sure it worked correctly prior to going into the shop.

I know the shop will fix/repair this if I took it in, I just will not have the time until this Wed.... so, I was wondering if anybody knew of any trouble shooting tips.

Thanks.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #1 – April 26, 2008, 04:16:33 PM

when i got my 88 ony the lock button worked . ended up
being a bad relay.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #2 – April 26, 2008, 11:08:52 PM

this should get you started off real well.

ask questions when you your ready.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #3 – April 26, 2008, 11:20:24 PM

sssswwwweeeeeettt. I'll put it to good use. If I have questions, I'll contact ya for sure. I will not get a chance to start looking at anything until at least Wed . . . . . too much work, not enough PLAY. Oh well, gotta support my habbits.

Thanks, Hopefully I can get 'er whipped.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #4 – April 26, 2008, 11:33:28 PM

next time do a search,, in electrical tech.

lots of wiring diagrams there.

Im still trying to figure out what a motor pull/replacement has to do with the locks. I cant see anything associated or in common that would be disconnected at this time due to a motor swap.

maybe they blew a couple fuses and forgot to install a circuit breaker. ,,dono.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #5 – April 27, 2008, 01:36:09 AM

Sorry to hear about that man i hope you get it fixed but heres what my car is doing not as bad but still not doing what it should.

when i got my new 1988 T-Bird the door unlock buttons work but not the lock buttons anyone had that probelm before?

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #6 – April 27, 2008, 07:45:45 AM

there is a lock relay and an unlock relay. most
likely one of them is bad. mine wouldl ock but not
unlock. it was the lock relay that was bad. i
fgured it would be the unlock reay. this is on
an 88 XR7
hmmm--maybe i should proofread what
i type w/ these 2 fingers

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #7 – April 27, 2008, 02:36:00 PM

Ok, fine. BUT I did not even think about wiring diagrams. I may not be as technical as you, thus my problem solving abilities less than yours. I utilize this site for such reasons, to get in touch with individuals who may have had a similar experience. Sure I know about a search, did it, didn't find what I was looking for.... so I posted. I have NEVER looked at a wiring diagram anyway. I have a friend that will help me out on more technical issues, but he is not a computer person... so there is no way in hell he would know how, what, when, where to search.

If you want to know what the motor pull has to do with anything, they had to pull my dash, actually more than once. Sure this still has nothing to do directly with the motor. Next time I will not mention the motor swap, and I'll just mention specifics about the issue. I thought somebody might know of an easy fix... or at least a certain place to begin looking.

So read what you want into it, interpret it the way you want, but it is what it is.

Now, if I'm overreacting, I'm sorry. Maybe you were simply suggesting an alternative place for me to look. If that's the case. Thank you for your efforts.

The fuses look fine. Not sure about a circuit breaker. Will have to run that past somebody else, the shop, or do a SEARCH.

Thanks.

Quote from: jcassity;215924

next time do a search,, in electrical tech.

lots of wiring diagrams there.

Im still trying to figure out what a motor pull/replacement has to do with the locks. I cant see anything associated or in common that would be disconnected at this time due to a motor swap.

maybe they blew a couple fuses and forgot to install a circuit breaker. ,,dono.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #8 – April 27, 2008, 02:38:56 PM

Thank you. Very useful information and I thank you. I'll try to find the lock relay and go from there. I'm sure it is something relatively simple... it's only door locks....

Quote from: irv;215946

there is a lock relay and an unlock relay. most
likely one of them is bad. mine wouldl ock but not
unlock. it was the lock relay that was bad. i
fgured it would be the unlock reay. this is on
an 88 XR7

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #9 – April 28, 2008, 12:05:35 AM

Post #3 tells and shows where the relays are.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #10 – April 28, 2008, 01:02:59 AM

I think you misunderstood me.

get use to the fact that this internet stuff leaves the human element out of the picture. I could have physically said the same words to you on the phone and you wouldnt be mad so dont be so crabby now.

Also, i wasnt second guessing anybody or anything about the comparrison of the engine pull to the door locks.
I was actually trying to visualize the circuits and how any of those up in the engine bay could be associated to the interior harness for door locks.

The association has been revealed finally and your right , your problem is simple.

I still dont understand what set you off,,,, I only pointed out doing a seach because i see you dont post much and perhaps you didnt know the site has an actual seach feature.

something just dawned on me,, i shouldnt have to explain all this.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #11 – April 28, 2008, 10:50:00 AM

I appologize, I mistook you. My bad. I'm sure the moderators appreciate the help and search suggestions.

Probably what got me is I am a member of another forum in which people go to GREAT pains to find things wrong with posts and to criticize people. I am very experienced on a site with this similar format, and I assure you, I always perform a search before posting. I understand the importance of posting in the correct area and trying not to double post or muddy the board up. It just makes it easier for all. I try to be respectful; and I try to help others becasue so many others have helped me.

One thing is for sure, I'm not overly technical. I'm not incapable, but I certainly have less experience than a lot of people on this board. So thanks for pointing me in the right direction.

It's all good.

I thank you for you suggestions, and for clearing the waters, even though both of us probably didn't need to, or shouldn't have had to.

Quote from: jcassity;216092

I think you misunderstood me.

get use to the fact that this internet stuff leaves the human element out of the picture. I could have physically said the same words to you on the phone and you wouldnt be mad so dont be so crabby now.

Also, i wasnt second guessing anybody or anything about the comparrison of the engine pull to the door locks.
I was actually trying to visualize the circuits and how any of those up in the engine bay could be associated to the interior harness for door locks.

The association has been revealed finally and your right , your problem is simple.

I still dont understand what set you off,,,, I only pointed out doing a seach because i see you dont post much and perhaps you didnt know the site has an actual seach feature.

something just dawned on me,, i shouldnt have to explain all this.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #12 – April 29, 2008, 09:31:30 AM

i noticed something,,
I have a diy link down below and within it is another thread with lots of stuff. I included this thread as a link because this thread has power door lock wiring diagrams. there are lots of wiring diagrams in the diy link below so you can collect them. It just so happens that power door locks was missing in the diy so its there now.

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #13 – April 29, 2008, 11:54:15 AM

thanks for posting that my locks in my xr-7 don't work either. One for my huge list of things to fix..

Lock/Unlock Switch Malfunction

Reply #14 – April 29, 2008, 03:18:05 PM

Thanks! I'll check it out.

Quote from: jcassity;216294

i noticed something,,
I have a diy link down below and within it is another thread with lots of stuff. I included this thread as a link because this thread has power door lock wiring diagrams. there are lots of wiring diagrams in the diy link below so you can collect them. It just so happens that power door locks was missing in the diy so its there now.