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Hello, folks. I looked at about 6 other threads (the only ones that showed up when I searched) and still have some questions.


Basically, my power lock on the driver's side of my 2002 EM2 suddenly stopped working. It's a coupe. The passenger door lock works fine with the driver side power lock switch (and my car alarm fob). I can physically push the lock in and out.


What is the next step in evaluation?


- Listen to hear if the door lock is slightly moving or making a switching sound when I use the door lock button? That would indicate that it's a mechanical issue (e.g. actuator malfunction/stuck) rather than electrical?
- If there is a sound, then take off the door panel and replace the actuator?
- Anything else I should do/look for?


Thanks!

 
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rip the door panel off,

use a voltmeter,

check for voltage at the actuators electrical connector when you activate the locks,

voltage present = replace actuator

no voltage = switch or wiring issue