POWER DOOR LOCKS INOP. (REPL. & REPOS. POOR DOOR LOCK RELAY). Saturn Saturn 1993

For 1990-2009 cars

# POWER DOOR LOCKS INOP. (REPL. & REPOS. POOR DOOR LOCK RELAY)

#### SUBJECT: Power Door Locks Inoperative (Replace and Reposition Power Door Lock Relay)

#### MODELS AFFECTED: 1991-1994 Saturns equipped with power door locks.

CONDITION: Power door locks inoperative.

CAUSE: The packaging of the power door lock relay in the center console, could cause it to become damaged due to water intrusion, or if a beverage is accidentally spilled into the center console area.

CORRECTION: If the power door locks are inoperative, follow the diagnostic procedures in the "Power Distribution" section of the "Electrical Service Manual." If the power door lock relay requires replacement for any reason, follow the procedure in this bulletin for positioning the power door lock relay. This will help to prevent possible future damage, due to water intrusion or beverage spills in the center console area.

#### PROCEDURES

#### IMPORTANT: On early 1991 models, if the relay is being replace due to water intrusion, refer to Technical Information Bulletin, 91-T-11 (Corporation Number 180105) (Water Leaks into Passenger and/or Luggage Compartments).

1. Disconnect negative battery terminal.

2. Remove center console using the procedures in the "Instrument Panel and Console" section of the "Body/Collision Repair Service Manual."

3. Locate the power door lock relay.

4. Disconnect power door lock relay from wiring harness.

5. Connect replacement power door lock relay to wiring harness.

6. Tape relay to vehicle wiring harness. Make sure to position the relay with wires facing downward to prevent moisture intrusion.

7. Install center console using the procedures in the "Instrument Panel and Console" section of the "Body/Collision Repair Service Manual."

8. Connect negative battery terminal and reset clock.

Torque: 17 N-m (151 in-lbs)

9. Perform a system check on the power door lock system

PARTS REQUIREMENTS: 12088519 Power Door Lock Relay

CLAIM INFORMATION: To receive credit for this repair (warranty repairs only), submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as follows:

Labor Case Operation Type Description Code Time ------------------------------------------------------ VW Door Lock Relay - Replace N2840 0.5 hrs

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