Power Door Latch System Components
The power door latch system consists of the following components:
Power Door Latch System Controls
Control of the power door latches is dependent on the door lock status. If the status of the door lock system is Unlock, the power door latches will electrically release after lifting the exterior door handle. If the status of the door lock system is Lock, one of the following inputs will be required before the latch will release:
Once any of the above inputs has been received, the power door latches will electrically release after lifting the exterior door handle.
For further information on the power door lock status, refer to Power Door Locks Description and Operation
Power Door Latch Unlatch Operation
When any exterior door handle is lifted, switched ground signals are sent to the remote control door lock receiver through the door handle switch signal circuits. Upon receipt of these inputs, the remote control door lock receiver will check the door lock status of the system as described above. Once the enable criteria has been met, the remote control door lock receiver will supply power and ground to door latch control circuits and the door will release.
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
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Tire Inspection
We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has one,
be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month.
Replace the tire if:
• The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen.
• There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubb ...
Child Seat Restraint System
Warning: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously
injured if the right-front passengers air bag inflates. This is because the
back of a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air
bag. NEVER use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. If a
forwa ...