GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Power Locks Inoperative And/Or Door Ajar Lights Indicator Remain Illuminated - keywords cluster DIC display door instrument IPC lamp light lock message panel

Subject:Power Locks Inoperative and/or Door Ajar Lights Indicator Remain Illuminated

Models:2005-2007 Buick Terraza
2008-2009 Chevrolet Uplander
2008-2009 Pontiac Montana SV6
2005-2007 Saturn Relay



The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Condition/Concern:

Some customers may comment that the power door locks are inoperative and/or the door ajar message is displayed on the IPC. This may be the result of chafed harness in either the drivers or passenger's front door(s).

Recommendation/Instructions:


Object Number: 2168271  Size: SH

Remove the driver's door trim and locate the bolt called out as number 1 in the image above. Behind this bolt inspect for a chafed harness. Refer to the call out number 2 in the illustration above. Repair any damaged wires and route harness to prevent future damage.

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.