Good morning folks. Noticed around a month ago that the passenger sliding door (non-motorized) wasn't locked while driving. Strange thing was that I couldn't lock manually. Seems there was something blocking the rod from sliding down. Checked the wiring assembly in the track to the door, and all seemed to be clean, and connected. 2 weeks later, the door started locking again.

The locking issue is back now, so I've taken apart the door panel, and here's what I've found:
- Upper handle and outside handle both connect to the rear lock mechanism, and are operating properly.
- Child lock functions on door, and will inhibit opening from the outside, as designed.
- Motor/solenoid assembly has an level which clip-locks to the "lock rod". This lever doesn't appear to move all the way back to the lock position
- Disconnected the lock-rod from the lever, and lever still won't budge. Don't want to force it, and not sure if it's dependant on something behind or on the lock that isn't functioning

Any suggestions on what to check next ? I didn't check power yet, as one still should be able to manipulate the locks manually, correct ? Also, if I'm to check the wiring harness next, what's the proper way to take apart the connector ? Also noticed on the base of the door, where the track wiring assembly connects, there is a connector with a red 'tab' that can be slid out. Any info to check there would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Rhino

 

Any suggestions as to why I can't even manually lock this door ?

 

I have this exact same problem!!! Still have not found an answer.

 

Issue was the solenoid/locking mechanism. Swapped it out and I'm good here.

Rhino

 

You did that yourself or at the dealer?

 

Had the van in for something else and had them swap the unit while it was in.

It's not a hard swap though - was just convenient at the time