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Pinpoint Test O: The Auto-Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly




Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test O: The Auto-Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly

Normal Operation

The Remote Function Actuator (RFA) module energizes the unlock relay based upon input from the ajar switches and the vehicle speed signal. The RFA module receives the vehicle speed signal from the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) over the Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN). The RFA module unlocks the doors when the following conditions are met:

- The vehicle speed has exceeded 20 km/h (12 mph) then dropped to 0 km/h (0 mph)
- The ignition is switched to the OFF or ACC mode
- The LH front door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being switched to the OFF or ACC mode

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Door ajar switches
- Vehicle speed signal
- RFA module

PINPOINT TEST O: THE AUTO-UNLOCK DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

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O1 CHECK THE AUTO-UNLOCK CONFIGURATION


- Check to see if the auto-unlock is enabled. Refer to Autolock and Auto-Unlock Programming Autolock and Auto-Unlock Programming.
- Is auto-unlock enabled?

Yes
GO to O2.

No
ENABLE the auto-unlock. REFER to Autolock and Auto-Unlock Programming Autolock and Auto-Unlock Programming. TEST the system for normal operation.

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O2 CHECK THE COURTESY LAMP OPERATION


- Open and close each door while observing the courtesy lamp operation.
- Do the courtesy lamps operate correctly?

Yes
GO to O3.

No
REFER to Interior Lighting Testing and Inspection.

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O3 CHECK THE VEHICLE SPEED OPERATION


- Check the operation of the speedometer.
- Does the speedometer operate correctly?

Yes
GO to O4.

No
REFER to Instrumentation, Message Center, and Warning Chimes Testing and Inspection.

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O4 CHECK FOR CORRECT RFA MODULE OPERATION


- Disconnect all the RFA module connectors.
- Check for:
- corrosion
- damaged pins
- pushed-out pins
- Connect all the RFA module connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?

Yes
INSTALL a new RFA module. REFER to Multifunction Electronic Modules Remote Function Actuator (RFA) Module. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.

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