Doors locks stop working when the transmission is shifted into drive

2000 LEXUS RX 300
180,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CPERRY54
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My doors don’t lock once in gear.
Jun 3, 2021 at 12:10 PM
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STEVE W.
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Do you mean they don't lock if you use the button or key (manual) or that they don't lock when you shift into drive or are in motion (auto-locking)? The auto-locking is something that you can program in most cars. However, Toyota decided that they don't trust the owners and instead require a scan tool to access those settings on your car. Other door lock settings can also be altered using the scan tool.
Jun 3, 2021 at 12:53 PM
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CPERRY54
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How much will it cost to have it programed?
Jun 4, 2021 at 3:42 PM
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STEVE W.
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That would depend on where you take it. Some shops have scan tools that can do it and would likely charge less than a dealer but it all depends on where you are and what they charge for labor. I know around my area it would be a flat charge at the minimum half hour so about $50.00. Was it locking before this? If so what changed between then and now?
Jun 4, 2021 at 6:16 PM