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Pinpoint Test N: The Smart Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly




Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Pinpoint Test N: The Smart Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly

Normal Operation

The Smart Junction Box (SJB) automatically unlocks all the doors after the doors are locked with a door lock control switch if the key is in the ignition lock cylinder and one of the front doors is ajar.

The vehicle can still be locked by locking the doors with the push button rods, the door lock cylinder or a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) command from an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) or the keyless entry keypad.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Key-in-ignition switch

- Door ajar switch input

- SJB (Smart Junction Box)

PINPOINT TEST N : THE SMART UNLOCK DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

N1 CHECK THE DOOR LOCK OPERATION

- Check the operation of the door locks from the driver door lock control switch.

Do all the doors lock and unlock?

Yes
GO to N2.

No
GO to Symptom Chart - Electrical. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

N2 CHECK THE COURTESY LAMP OPERATION

- Open and close the left and right front doors while checking the courtesy lamp operation.

Do the courtesy lamps operate correctly?

Yes
GO to N3.

No
REFER to Lighting and Horns.

N3 CHECK THE KEY-IN-IGNITION CHIME

- Insert the key in the ignition switch.

- Open the driver door.

Does the key-in-ignition chime operate correctly?

Yes
GO to N4.

No
REFER to Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.

N4 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB (Smart Junction Box) OPERATION

- Disconnect all the SJB (Smart Junction Box) connectors.

- Check for:
- corrosion

- damaged pins

- pushed-out pins


- Connect all the SJB (Smart Junction Box) 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 SJB (Smart Junction Box). 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.