Code
B29B8
MITSUBISHI
B — Body
Door lock signal:close cycle
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Causes
- Faulty door lock actuator (sticking or intermittent)
- Defective door lock switch or keyless entry switch
- Damaged wiring, pinched harness or poor connector contact between door and BCM
- Corrosion or water intrusion in door connector or actuator
- Weak battery or low supply voltage during lock cycle
- Body Control Module (BCM) or door module fault or software anomaly
Symptoms
- Door does not lock or unlock when commanded (intermittent or complete failure)
- One door fails to respond while others operate normally
- Clicking or no sound from door lock when operating switch/remote
- Malfunction indicator or body module message for door lock
- Locks operate inconsistently or require multiple attempts
What to check
- Read all stored DTCs and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool; note which door(s) reported
- Attempt to reproduce the fault: cycle lock/unlock with key fob, interior switch and door switch
- Visually inspect door harness, grommet and connector for damage, corrosion or water
- Listen for actuator operation; compare sound/response of suspect door to a working door
- Check battery voltage while operating locks (should be ~12–14 V); rule out low voltage
- Inspect fuses and relays for the central locking circuit
Signal parameters
- Lock command: switched between battery voltage and ground (0–12 V range) depending on system design
- Expected change: clear ON/OFF transition when lock/unlock is commanded; no stuck or noisy signal
- Pulse/operation duration: actuator drive typically completes within 0.5–2 seconds
- Continuity/resistance: actuator coil resistance should be stable and similar to the same-model door (measure and compare)
- Communication: CAN/LIN messages present for lock command when using remote or switch (check with a bus analyzer or scan tool)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect an OEM-capable scan tool. Read and record DTCs and any freeze frame/data. Note which door is affected and any related codes.
- Try to reproduce the fault with the scan tool monitoring door lock inputs/outputs and BCM status. Operate all lock inputs (fob, interior switch, manual) and observe signal changes.
- Visually inspect the affected door’s wiring, grommet in the hinge area and connectors for chafing, corrosion or water entry.
- Perform a functional check: command lock/unlock and listen/observe the actuator. Compare to a known-good door to isolate mechanical vs electrical issue.
- Measure voltage at the actuator connector while commanding a lock: verify proper supply and switching. If no switching, trace back to door module/BCM connector.
- Check actuator coil resistance and compare to spec or other doors. High or open resistance indicates a faulty actuator.
- Wiggle test wiring while operating the lock to reveal intermittent connections. Repair or replace damaged wiring/harness as needed.
- If wiring and actuator test good, inspect/replace the door lock switch or inspect keyless entry receiver input to the BCM.
- If electrical inputs to BCM are present but actuator still not driven, investigate BCM outputs and related relays; check for software updates or BCM faults.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform several lock/unlock cycles to confirm the fault does not return and monitor live data for correct signal cycles.
Likely causes
- Worn or seized door lock actuator in the affected door
- Loose or corroded connector at the door harness or actuator
- Damaged wiring in the door jamb (flex area) causing intermittent open/short
- Faulty door lock switch or remote receiver not sending a complete close pulse
Fault status
Status
Door lock close signal cycle fault — incomplete or missing lock signal detected by body control system.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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