1998 Dodge Caravan Power Door Locks

Tiny
KHILGERS
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  • 1998 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 152,000 MILES
My driver side power door lock does not always open or lock when I use the key fob or door switch. I hear the actuator working and all the other door locks work fine but the driver side door lock only works some of the time. I have to manually lock or unlock it with the key.

I'd like to know what's wrong and if this is an easy fix I can do myself or if I should take it to a mechanic.
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 AT 10:25 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
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Hi:
It sounds like the solenoid that actuates the lock is going bad. It's not too hard to replace if you want to try. Take the door panel off and you see it attached to the lock linkage.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

Joe
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Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 AT 10:02 PM

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