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Description Of Functions

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  1. Description of power door lock control system
    1. The power door lock control system locks and unlocks all doors. The main body ECM (multiplex network body computer) detects lock and unlock signals from the door control switches. Then, the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer) sends a lock or unlock signal to each door lock motor in response to the input.
  2. Functions of the main parts
    Components Function
    Power window regulator master switch assembly
    • Door control switch
    The door control switch in the master switch locks and unlocks all doors.
    Power window regulator switch assembly
    • Door control switch (1)
    The passenger's door control switch locks and unlocks all doors.
    Door courtesy light assembly
    • It is provided for each door.
    • It detects the door state (open, close) and outputs the data to the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer).
    • It illuminates while the door is open and turns off while the door is closed.
    Front door lock assembly LH
    • An integrated motor locks and unlocks the door.
    • The integrated key lock/unlock switch (linked by key) detects the key operation state and outputs the signal to the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer).
    • The integrated unlock detection switch (locked or unlocked) detects the door state and outputs the signal to the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer). This switch turns OFF when the door is locked or turns ON when the door is unlocked.
    Front door lock assembly RH
    • An integrated motor locks and unlocks the door.
    • The integrated unlock detection switch (locked or unlocked) detects the door state and outputs the signal to the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer). This switch turns OFF when the door is locked or turns ON when the door is unlocked. (2)
    Trunk lock assembly
    • An integrated motor releases the door latch.
    • The integrated courtesy switch (open or closed) detects the trunk state and outputs the signal to the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer).
    • This switch turns ON when the trunk is open and turns OFF when it is closed.
    (1) With passenger's door control switch
    (2) For vehicles with entry & start system
  3. System functions
    1. This system is controlled by the main body ECM (multiplex network body computer). The main body ECM (multiplex network body computer) outputs signals to the door lock motors. The power door lock control system provides the following functions.
      Function Procedures
      Manual lock&unlock function This function allows the user to lock and unlock all doors by activating the door control switches.
      Key link lock&unlock function (1) This function is linked with the mechanical key cylinders and locks or unlocks all doors when a lock or unlock operation is performed.
      Lockout prevention function If a key remains in the vehicle (2) or it is left inserted in the ignition key cylinder (3), the doors are not locked even when a door lock operation is performed.
      Manual unlock prevention function Under the following conditions, any door unlock operation with a door control switch is prevented.
      • The doors are locked by key link operation (1), wireless key operation (3), or entry operation while all doors are closed.
      Key link 2 step unlock function (1), (4) Turning the key cylinder once unlocks the driver's door only. Turning it twice unlocks all the doors.
      (1) With key link switch
      (2) With entry & start system
      (3) Without entry & start system
      (4) Because this function is set to OFF in the vehicle initial state, it should be set by the customize function.