Testing Door Lock Switch

If the multimeter shows 0 ohms of resistance the switch is properly functioning.

Testing door lock switch. When the relay fails or has issues it can cause problems with the operation of the door locks. The door lock relay is the relay responsible for sending power to the door lock actuators so that they can lock and unlock the vehicle. Press the lid switch button down to test the continuity of the switch. Either unplug the unit from the wall outlet remove the appropriate fuse from the fuse box or flick the appropriate breaker in the circuit breaker panel.

This prong comes in contact with and activates the door switch when the door is closed. Answer laura the manufacturer does not list a door lock test for this unit and you would want to check the connection at the door lock and check wiring back to the control board. When the button is pressed power is sent to the door lock actuators so that the doors. Before you test the door switch examine the prong attached to the inside of your dishwasher tub.

Door lock systems operate the actuator by toggling positive negative voltage to the actuator. Then use your test light or digital meter to check for power and ground at the connector when you operate the lock unlock switch. However if the multimeter does not move significantly the switch is not properly functioning and must be replaced. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector.

The power door lock switch is the electrical rocker switch that is used to lock and unlock a vehicle s power door locks. Just a short video to show how you can test a door lock actuator using a car battery or a car jumper. For this issue the door lock would be the most likely cause for the issue. These will switch one way to unlock the doors and the opposite way to lock them.