One simple trick to fix Mazda 3 door lock switch

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One simple trick to fix Mazda 3 door lock switch

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Күн бұрын

In this video i show you how to possibly fix your door lock switch if it is no longer working. these cars are notorious for the door lock switch contacts getting ever so slightly dirty and no longer working. so i show you how to clean the contacts and put it back together. If you enjoyed the video please leave a like, comment, share and subscribe. Thanks!
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@ashleyray2agluver 2 күн бұрын

Sooo grateful for this video. I work at a car production plant on the Doorline. I have a better understanding of functions within the panel. I used my knowledge I learned from work and applied it to my own car! Turns out the pins were bent in the lock switch! I lined them up correctly and got the switch working better than when I first bought the car (it would only unlock SOMETIMES). Now I am able to lock and unlock using the switch

@JunkyardJunkie Күн бұрын

That’s always great to hear! Glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@DumptruckDAV3 Жыл бұрын

dude, i have been struggling with my unlock button on my drivers side since i bought the car. sometimes it would work, sometimes it wouldnt. i kinda chalked it up to being a quirk of the car, the passenger side just straight up didnt work. after watching this i thought, meh, i think i can do that. went in, cleaned the terminal and i swear i heard angels singing as i pushed the button back and forth and it worked. i go and try the other side and find out THE WIRE WASNT EVEN ATTACHED TO THE BUTTON!!! I clean the terminals anyway, reattach the wire and boom, that side works now too. Thank you so much for making this video. maybe now my wife wont hate driving my "quirky" car.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha I love that story. I’m glad I was able to help! Thanks for watching!

@johnforbes5591 Ай бұрын

Seeing your comment now and just after getting the 2013 mazda 3 and is having the exact same issues you just said insted the driver door just completely went out on me to rn and found this video lmao. Gonna give it a try in the morning and hope she works.

@nychold Жыл бұрын

A couple of things to note: 1) The plastic cover behind the door handle is meant to be released from the back side. While you can open it from the front, you will likely put a lot of stress on the clips, possibly even breaking them. Go easy. 2) On my car (2012 Mazdaspeed 3), the driver's side door lock switch does not have a blue piece, just two clear pieces. It does not matter which way they go back together. 3) Do not scrape the contacts with a screwdriver. They are gold plated to prevent corrosion, and if you scratch the gold off, they will rust and eventually, fail completely. Instead, use isopropyl alcohol (highest concentration you can get so it evaporates quickly), and a cotton swap (Q-tip). This will prevent any accidental damage to either contact pad.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Ok so to your first point do you mean you should pry from close to the locks or the door handle? Because I’ve always pulled it off as shown in the video. Right by the door handle (you saw me finish pushing near the locks but it was already loose so didn’t matter at that point.). 2: mazda 3 speed always has small differences but it is good info for anyone watching that has the speed 3. 3: your method is defiantly a better method. but, a light scrape to get off any debris isn’t going to hurt it. Thanks for watching!

@risaoram Жыл бұрын

Thanks for mentioning that. I cringed when I saw him scraping that with a screwdriver and thought that can’t be good.

@bobsoft Жыл бұрын

Isopropyl Alcohol or Acetone on a cotton swab to clean the contacts.

@felipealejandrogutierrez6183 Жыл бұрын

Worked like a charm. I'm curious as to why this is so common... Maybe the contact shape design which is prone to corrosion?

@anotheryoutubed 6 ай бұрын

@@bobsoft this is the way.

@charlesmajor1965 4 ай бұрын

Been dealing with this lock issue for years. Thanks man. Worked like a charm. Broke a couple of the small black rails but nothing a little super glue couldn’t fix. Cleaned the contacts with cotton swab and small amount of contact cleaner and reinstalled. Locks and unlocks from inside of my 2010 Mazdaspeed3 perfectly.

@JunkyardJunkie 4 ай бұрын

Haha I’m always so happy to hear I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@Hex-yq3uo Жыл бұрын

Thank you, you saved me $1,200 😊. The dealership wanted to charge me for two actuators & labor thank you 😊.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Wow! That’s just beyond ridiculous. But, I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@saraharris6383 Жыл бұрын

Wow!! This worked! All of my fuses were in tact and this was my last resort before paying someone else to do it. My locks work for the first time in a year thanks to you!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha that’s awesome! I always love to be able to help. Thanks for watching!

@efrasworld7290 Жыл бұрын

Hey what year model do you have?

@risaoram Жыл бұрын

You win the internet for this video! 🏆🎉🙌 I’m a total noob with fixing anything on cars or electronics. Thanks for saving me so much time, headache and money trying to get someone to fix this. I was able to follow this very simple solution and it totally worked!!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m glad I was able to help. Check out some of my other videos if you’d like to learn other stuff. Remember if I can do it you can do it. Thanks for watching!

@Alligator_Souffle Жыл бұрын

Just purchased my kid her 1st car and this video is a gem - glad I found this and thanks for putting it together. It's amazing how that simple fix makes all the door locks work again.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Hey I’m glad I could help! It is pretty crazy how little thing like this can have it all working again. Thanks for watching!

@michaelherbst118 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I didn't pull the lock apart, I just shot contact cleaner through the little vent holes on the bottom of the switch. I flooded the switch, shook it and let it flash off. Worked like new and did both in under 30 minutes. Hope this helps.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Hey if it works that’s awesome! Thanks for watching!

@risaoram Жыл бұрын

I’m totally going to try this! 🙏

@OpenTruthMinistry 5 ай бұрын

I've never worked on a vehicle in my life and this tutorial just helped me. Wow... saved mad money.

@JunkyardJunkie 5 ай бұрын

That’s great news! I’m glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@frankmyers5971 Жыл бұрын

Dude..... you are the man!!! this worked like a charm and was easy as hell!!! Just a small set of screw drivers saved my friend a lot of money and I can't believe it was simply some dirt on the connection! Mind blown!!! Thanks again brother!!!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha I know, it’s crazy how simple of a fix it can be. I’m glad I was able to help! Thanks for watching!

@MiguelLopez-tf2rz 11 ай бұрын

worked like a charm, both doors were locking or unlocking, did this trick and they are both working now. Thanks so much.

@JunkyardJunkie 11 ай бұрын

Haha I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@dalehawkins.8102 5 ай бұрын

This also works on a 2012 Mazda CX-9. Info: I do not have a key fob, just an aftermarket key. The drivers door would not lock while inside the car or using the key in the door while outside. I thought it would need a new door lock actuator. I saw this video and tried this on my car. I cleaned the contacts with alcohol and now everything works like is is supposed to. All four doors and the hatch lock and unlock. Thanks so much for this video!!!!!

@JunkyardJunkie 5 ай бұрын

I’m glad I was able to help. It should work on a lot of different Mazdas. Thanks for watching!

@erikakolman4 3 ай бұрын

WOW, thank you! I've had a finicky button on my 2013 Mazda3 for a few years now and finally got around to looking into it... This took me less than 10 minutes and WORKED! 🎉

@erikakolman4 3 ай бұрын

The reason I looked into a solution now is that the front door has started locking itself shortly after getting out - once when the keys were inside the car, and once when they weren't. Hoping the two issues (finicky button & random locking) are connected and this fixed both... 🤞🏼

@JunkyardJunkie 3 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!! Feels good to get things done. It may be connected. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@Jess97679 6 ай бұрын

You are the greatest! Thank you so much!!! This fixed my problems. My key FOB stopped working (despite a brand new battery) and my power lock buttons inside the doors stopped unlocking in the span of a week. Using some rubbing alcohol to clean those contacts worked like a charm!! Now the FOB and the power door locks are working.

@JunkyardJunkie 6 ай бұрын

Haha that’s great to hear! I’m glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@marcvro Жыл бұрын

works! bought the car recently and was sad about the issue on both doors… my mechanic couldn’t figure it out but this video worked perfectly!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Good I’m glad it was able to help! Thanks for watching!

@edwinvazquez3118 Жыл бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie What do you think it is after it locks you can hear them still clicking?

@hyrulesavior 2 жыл бұрын

Man if only you had made this before I ordered replacement switches. I didn’t even think about how simple a mechanism they were

@JunkyardJunkie 2 жыл бұрын

Well hopefully the information will help you in the future. Thanks for watching!

@mbz3218 11 ай бұрын

Thanks, did this today. My switch looked slightly different on my 2012 M3, and was a bitch to get all the tabs separated (several small screwdrivers helped). Contacts didn't even look dirty but I had some electronics contact cleaner handy and went over it, and works just fine now!

@JunkyardJunkie 11 ай бұрын

Haha I’m glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

@danlittle445 4 ай бұрын

This hack worked on 2013 CX-9. The driver side switch was intermittent but the front passenger side lock switch was operational. Once opened up, dirt was visible on the upper contact. Note it can be done without removing the interior door panel, but a thumbwheel ratcheting screwdriver would help. Worth doing when you have to do a regulator/motor replacement while you have easy access.

@JunkyardJunkie 4 ай бұрын

Very true. Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

@johnts1 Жыл бұрын

It worked. It effing worked. You rock. Happy holidays. God bless. 🙏🙏

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha I’m glad I was able to help! Happy holidays and thanks for watching!

@wishizuk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the helpful video! I have just fixed the sporadically working lock switch on my 2012 Mazda 3 Sedan. Just a little cleaning on the contacts was all it needed!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha seems to be a big problem on these. I’m glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@CryptoTVOfficial Жыл бұрын

It worked!!!! You are a genius. Solved the problem on my drivers door

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@tyler2980 2 ай бұрын

Count me as a non believer that tried it and was amazed. My 2011 mazda3 i sport driver door would only lock once out of every 10 ish button pushes. Used this method (contact cleaner and cotton swab) and it instantly works every button push.

@JunkyardJunkie 2 ай бұрын

Haha I’m glad I could help you out! Thanks for watching!

@MidnightSun518 10 ай бұрын

Just did this on my Speed3 drivers side lock that stopped working on me a couple of months ago and it’s incredible how well this works. I used isopropyl to clean the contacts (which looked clean initially) and the lock button works like a charm! Do you own this Mazda 3? Can I look forward to more on this car? I’m gonna be watching some of the past mazda3 videos on your channel.

@JunkyardJunkie 10 ай бұрын

It is pretty incredible how it works. This has been a big thing on these cars. I never really knew why though. Ya using iso is the smarter choice. If I redid the video that’s what I would have shown. All of them usually look clean but, it works to do this about 90% of the time. My gf does so I have a few videos out. Have a transmission removal video. I have some more coming for it like making the headlights tied to a relay to auto shut off with the key. I also have a remote start video coming a little later on. If there’s anything you want to see I can make videos on it. Thanks for watching!

@MidnightSun518 10 ай бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie gonna have to add an auto shutoff of my lights to the list of mods to look into doing, another great idea!

@nrjank 7 ай бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie not sure what year yours is, but this is a great, easy car to learn diy suspension work, brake work, etc. there are already a number of vids out there but more of those are always welcome. Mine also came without cruise control and I've been told its just a matter of getting and installing the steering wheel module (hoping to do a junkyard pull) and convincing the dealer to reprogram the system. (the wiring/etc are supposedly already there). I've been tempted to look at replacing the center cup holder console, have seen a few discussions about mods for that (i have a 2012 m3).

@Speedbump781 Жыл бұрын

I was having this issue on both doors and this helped me fix them. No visible dirt but cleaned the contacted with so isopropyl alcohol and it worked like a charm. Thanks!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome. I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@calebkdesign 5 ай бұрын

I almost made my hands bleed getting the lock mechanism out but it worked! Thanks!

@JunkyardJunkie 5 ай бұрын

Haha I understand that but hey I’m glad I was able to help! Thanks for watching!

@jimmalone527 Жыл бұрын

Super helpful! I changed out the switches in our 3 in less than half an hour. Thank you!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@TDK2K 28 күн бұрын

this worked like a charm. thank so much! 🎉👍🇺🇸💪

@JunkyardJunkie 25 күн бұрын

Haha good to hear. Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@rayneedaebluz Жыл бұрын

Young man! Thank you so much for the amazing upload! Forever blessing your journey!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@katrinaklumpp9817 Жыл бұрын

You just saved me a trip to Mazda (and probably some money)!! 🙌🏻 thank you for this video!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m always glad to help. Thanks for watching!

@johnvarley8680 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video (mazda door lock). It will save me an extortionate bill at the local mazda dealership.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

I’m glad I was able to help and save you from the stealership haha. Thanks for watching!

@miguelmaza8965 7 ай бұрын

Youre the best. It was just a matter of cleaning the contacts. Thanks

@JunkyardJunkie 7 ай бұрын

Haha I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@ossa4772 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much bro, very good explanation, i had the same problem now it is working fine

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Hey that’s great news. I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@alstephig3332 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great info saved me couple dollahs🤙

@JunkyardJunkie 3 ай бұрын

I love to hear that. Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@tiffanybullock9047 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Worked like a charm on my 2013 Mazda 6. Thanks

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@teamblacksheep- 9 ай бұрын

Thanks to your video. Fixed switch on my Mazda 3 2011.

@JunkyardJunkie 9 ай бұрын

I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@luvfunkified Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It worked! I didn't think it was going to because the contacts looked clean, but I used a little alcohol on them anyway. Definitely requires patience for that prying bit. Also my housing didn't come out as far as yours so getting the two screws out was challenging as well. Woo hoo!!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha I’m happy to hear it worked! Glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!

@breakawaymotorsports 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this!! A little lacquer thinner on a Qtip and the lock works again!

@JunkyardJunkie 11 ай бұрын

I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@stoundingresults 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir. Did it in 15 minutes.

@JunkyardJunkie 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad to hear that! It’s great when it’s the simple stuff right haha? Thanks for watching!

@asheredwards9506 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! trying this after work.

@JunkyardJunkie 7 ай бұрын

Sounds good. Let me know how it goes. Thanks for watching!

@thedetailingbair914 11 ай бұрын

That worked for me. Thank you and Thanks for the upload.

@JunkyardJunkie 11 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@shannonboehm7460 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Worked like a champ.

@JunkyardJunkie 9 ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad it could help. Thanks for watching!

@user-cv3iq5mr2g 9 ай бұрын

My switch wasn't working but looked clean as a whistle. I wiped the contacts with a piece of cloth, reinstalled the switch and it's working just like it should. Prying the switch apart isn't easy. I recommend using two thin blade screwdrivers - one to hold the plastic above the post while you pry up the one along side.

@JunkyardJunkie 9 ай бұрын

It’s crazy how it works. but I’m glad I could help! You’re right about the two screw drivers. Thanks for watching!

@masb24224 Жыл бұрын

You are my hero it worked!!! Thank you very much!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Glad it could help! Thanks for watching!

@PhasmoPhantom Жыл бұрын

This fixed my locks!!!! Yay! Thank you!!!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@user-uo9mj8sz8l 6 ай бұрын

Super helpful, thanks much. Another trick to clean contacts is to gently use a pencil eraser.

@JunkyardJunkie 6 ай бұрын

Glad I could help! Thanks for the tip. Thanks for watching!

@vivekshah666 Жыл бұрын

Worked like a charm. Thankyou

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Glad i could help! Thanks for watching!

@BLugo2011 5 ай бұрын

Thank you soooo much!!! Save me a lot of $$$$

@JunkyardJunkie 5 ай бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@klausthefish Жыл бұрын

Wow I’ve been living with my driver door unlock not working for a few years. Passages one just stared to not work. I just did this and it fixed both doors. My question not is why the hell did they use a low grade gold trace that can oxidize

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

I’m glad this was able to help! I agree most manufactures seem to use questionable stuff such as this. But, I’ve seen worse like Kia using a plastic power steering assist gear instead of a metal one. Thanks for watching!

@user-uc8tz1lk2v 3 ай бұрын

excelent tip

@JunkyardJunkie 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@normsz 6 ай бұрын

Great video! I have not taken my 2008 Mazda 3 apart yet, but have a question. Neither the driver or passenger door lock/unlock work via the switches OR the FOB. Both rear door locks work. Checked the fuses, both are fine. Can it still be the switches, or will it be actuators instead, being as the FOB doesn't lock/unlock them either?

@JunkyardJunkie 6 ай бұрын

You most likely have a different issue but this won’t hurt to try. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@matthew19326 Ай бұрын

I have the same issue Did the video help fix this?

@JR-ch8rt 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks broski

@JunkyardJunkie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@HealthyObbsession 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate the video I like learning how I can fix my car But this didn't help my door situation I might have to call a locksmith or something it doesn't want to open It started by not locking with the electronic locks on the the key or manually flipping the lock to unlock Then it started to open from the inside only to pen from the outside once in a while Now it won't open at all and the same is starting to happen to my driver side door

@JunkyardJunkie 9 ай бұрын

That’s weird. Ya this wouldn’t fix your problem. You need to take the door apart and look at the rods and see if they’re still connected. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@Jorge-m2t3 9 ай бұрын

Very helpful, thanks 👍

@JunkyardJunkie 9 ай бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@williamburdon6993 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this info. I'll try to fix mine tuesday some of my windows don't go up and down also, have any ideas on that? 2011 Mazda 3 also

@JunkyardJunkie 2 жыл бұрын

So when they do go up and down to they sound ok? If so this is most likely your problem. If it makes a plastic grinding noise or just strains to go up and down then it may be your window motor regulator. I have a video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jaeGlquV0d-rgWg.html that shows me fixing it on a Mazda cx7. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@susandesouza9993 3 ай бұрын

Hi, I'm really hoping that you can help me. I own a Mazda 3 sport, i have this issue with the front passenger door. I was so relieved to find your video, because I cannot afford to take my car to the garage yet. Once i opened up the car as per your video, I came to a halt as it looks different. I'm no mechanic, nor do I have a head for these things but I'm having a go. If I were to send you my video could you help me out please? Many thanks! Sue

@JunkyardJunkie 3 ай бұрын

Hey, if you can upload a video to KZfaq and then comment on here then I will definitely try to help you out. Also, if need be, I can always FaceTime you via Facebook. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@susandesouza9993 3 ай бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie Hey, thanks for your quick reply. I've uploaded a video but i need your email to invite you to view it. Can you send it through please? or let me know where I can find it. Thanks. Its just a quick video to show you what i found once I removed the outer shell.

@susandesouza9993 3 ай бұрын

By the way, I'm in the. UK so although a facetime would be great, I'm not sure that the time difference would allow it.

@JunkyardJunkie 3 ай бұрын

Send it to Facebook look up Junkyard junkie. I’ll watch on there or if you upload to your KZfaq I can watch it here too.

@susandesouza9993 3 ай бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie Hey, Facebook is telling me that your page is unavailable right now🙄 Never mind! I've uploaded it to my youtube. its the only one on there and ill make it public

@chaoticsensibility8475 2 жыл бұрын

Quick AND simple. Love it!

@JunkyardJunkie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Thanks for watching!

@pablobedeman1829 Жыл бұрын

Genius, thanks

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@tubxeemmuas3958 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. On my Mazda CX9, only the rear right side doesn't work. What could be the issue ?

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Most likely it’s the actuator on that door. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@tubxeemmuas3958 Жыл бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie thank you again 👍

@dankizzle 3 күн бұрын

I have a question, I did this on my Mazda ISport 3 2011, and it worked, but now my car stayed unlocked and it won’t lock from the inside or outside, what can I do?

@francischoi4469 2 күн бұрын

Do you use a key fob or the physical key to lock from the outside?

@dankizzle 2 күн бұрын

@@francischoi4469 I use the locks inside! I think my issue is the screws weren’t screwed in all the way, but now my locks on my actual door handle won’t move very much.

@JunkyardJunkie 2 күн бұрын

Ok first remove the switch completely see if it works again (I assume it was working before?). If it works again just grab a new switch and swap it out. If it doesn’t more diag is required. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@georgesteffens7489 Жыл бұрын

Had to do this on my motorcycle switch, good to see it’s worth trying on my Mazda, I’ll give it a whirl! Edit: they didn’t even look dirty, but a little gentle scrape and clean with contact cleaner and they work like new. Way to save $50 per switch!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha I’m glad i was able to help. It’s crazy how so little can fix it. Thanks for watching!

@georgesteffens7489 Жыл бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie question: Did you have any issues with it throwing a B126A:13 code for an open in the drivers door lock circuit after this? Scratching my head in what’s wrong with it now. Odd, because the door locks function great.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

No issues for me and many others. Did this pop up right after doing this?

@georgesteffens7489 Жыл бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie it seemed to, but I have a feeling this was a dumb luck coincidence. The only thing I can figure is the switch/circuit that throws that code was about worn out before I cleaned the switches, and then a few rapid fire tests of the switches (lock, unlock, etc) finished it off. There was nothing I could have specifically done to ruin it. So I dug around Google and found a diagram and flow chart from Mazda for that very code. The only answer is the actuator/latch has now failed. But that actuator has multiple circuits in it, all sharing power and ground. There are circuits for the locking and unlocking. There is one circuit for simply the dash "door ajar" light. There is another circuit which registers to the BCM that the door is locked, and this is the circuit which failed. So since all other functions are fine, I'm leaving it alone until we have the cash for a brand new OEM actuator. Fun stuff!

@luisordonez7049 8 ай бұрын

😊 excelente video lo recomiendo. 🎉

@JunkyardJunkie 8 ай бұрын

¡muchas gracias! Me alegro de poder ayudar. ¡gracias por ver!

@Dan-vt1qt 10 ай бұрын

My Mazdaspeed 3 2012 is been having that issue,plus my dome light turns on and off all the time, they change the whole latch but it keeps on doing the same...at night my alarm goes crazy...

@JunkyardJunkie 10 ай бұрын

That’s not going to be fun to chase down. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@bobsoft 10 ай бұрын

I would be looking at the Body Control Module!

@ivanmenchavez7780 Жыл бұрын

My 2010 Mazda 3 right rear door does not unlock. It is stuck. Any suggestion? Thank you

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Most likely will be the door lock actuator. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@angelprieto912 9 ай бұрын

Bad ass bro thank you

@JunkyardJunkie 9 ай бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

@ericapeck9460 Жыл бұрын

Does this help fix Door ajar light, staying on?

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

No but what you can do (had to do it on this car too) is shoot some lubricant in there (on the door that’s where the sensor is). Something like pb blaster, crowl oil or even wd40. Then work the latch back and forth should fix it right up. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@TheThaguy 2 жыл бұрын

Hey just cleared up the issue with the switch but now the actual lock tab by the door handle doesn't want to work. Any advice?

@JunkyardJunkie 2 жыл бұрын

So the actual door lock switch? If so take it off and make sure the lines are still hooked up and didn’t pop out. Also when you hit the lock/unlock button can you hear the mechanism inside working? Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@ayvararias6944 Жыл бұрын

so i hear mechanicsm inside working but doesn’t unlock or lock

@nedcramdon1306 Жыл бұрын

I just used my angle grinder. Faster than a screwdriver!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Haha

@AbdullahMuhaymin-cl9wj 7 ай бұрын

Will this solve the car alarm going off randomly?

@JunkyardJunkie 7 ай бұрын

No it shouldn’t affect that. Thanks for watching!

@simondumaine9425 5 ай бұрын

I Tried it and it didnt work, i have a 2013 mazda 3 and both the fob and the buttons for locking unlocking stopped working at the same time. I also check my fuse but they all seems to be fine. Anything else i could check or idea of what it could be

@JunkyardJunkie 5 ай бұрын

Unfortunately not off the top of my head. You’ll need a deeper diagnosis for it. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@NorthernBulls 10 ай бұрын

Now how do we fix the drivers window button..... It doesn't roll down the drivers back window. But the back window switch works for it.

@JunkyardJunkie 10 ай бұрын

Glad I could help. As for what you’re saying you might could take your window switch apart and fix it. But, most likely you’ll have to get a new window switch: www.partsgeek.com/64yb1zs-mazda-3-window-switch.html?TS&PartsGeek+Google+Base&+Mazda+3+Window+Switch+Standard+Motor+Products+DWS-888+Front+Left+10-13+Mazda+Window+Switch+2011+2012&fp=pp&gbm=a&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrqyz_tuAggMVszbUAR1XygzREAQYAiABEgKGs_D_BwE Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@bobsoft 10 ай бұрын

Take the switch panel out and then take it apart making sure you keep it upside down (white up) then remove the circuit board and douse the switch with IPA and work the switch back and forth that will clean the cola soda out and get the switch working again.

@rowanklein4775 6 ай бұрын

I can’t seem to get the switch apart

@JunkyardJunkie 6 ай бұрын

Ya it can be a pain just take your time with it. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@lilycotto8235 Жыл бұрын

I want to know why the lock on that door didn't open? that happens to mine. that does NOT open.

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

It could be like in the video the contacts get a little corroded. Or it could be the actuator or the switch itself. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@edwinvazquez3118 Жыл бұрын

What do you think it is after it locks you can hear them still clicking?

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

The lock switch itself my be bad. You may want to go ahead and replace it. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@Pokk-o7d Жыл бұрын

How can I do this for a 2014 Mazda 3?!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Hey, the 2014+ they changed the switch. This was for most of the Mazdas that had this exact lock switch. But, I’m sure you can still take it apart and clean contacts here’s a quick video I found to take it almost all the way apart. It should get you close enough. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/msyggpqk26yYgXU.html hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

@maiad8854 Жыл бұрын

what if i can’t pry the two pieces open?

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

Where there’s a will there’s a way. You can always get more creative with it. I can assure you it’s possible just take your time. Good luck and thanks for watching!

@TheSenorTuco 5 ай бұрын

White hard rubber and ear buds soaked in IPA 70% or higher could be better job

@JunkyardJunkie 5 ай бұрын

Very true. It would be better. Thanks for watching!

@acampbelltv1500 4 ай бұрын

what about mazda 3 2021

@JunkyardJunkie 4 ай бұрын

I havnt had the chance to read one apart on that yet. But I’d bet it’s probably the same. They seem to keep using same technology. Hope this helps. Best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@gybsonntirampeba1715 Жыл бұрын

Did everything but did not work for me 😢

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear that. It’s not a end all be all but usually works. Good luck and thanks for watching!

@user-nu7bf7wz1u Ай бұрын

Μπορείτε να βάλετε ένα βίντεο για αφαίρεση καλύμματος μοxλου ταχυτήτων MAZDA 3 του 2010;

@JunkyardJunkie Ай бұрын

я верю, что это то, что вы ищете. надеюсь это поможет. Спасибо за просмотр! Mazda 3 gear shift light replacement kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mb-BZdpzsczFqaM.html

@NowandDen83 Жыл бұрын

Doesn’t seem simple lol

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

For most people it should be a simple task. I’ve already had a good bit comment that it’s helped them (even two that said they’ve never worked on cars that were able to do it). I guess if all else fails hit it with your purse haha. Anyways best of luck. Thanks for watching!

@tvjh6814 Жыл бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie oko😊😊iii

@Sniff_Jenkem Жыл бұрын

Ridiculous that you can't open your car from inside your car. Like what if I crashed and couldn't get out of my car and needed to manually unlock my door? I can't unless I have the fob. Ridiculous and extremely dangerous

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

You can still manually unlock it? Thanks for watching

@Sniff_Jenkem Жыл бұрын

@@JunkyardJunkie I'm sorry I didn't preface. Nothing you did was wrong. You helped me. I was just ranting on how stupid of an issue it is. Sorry!

@JunkyardJunkie Жыл бұрын

I hoped I was able to help. Sorry your having such a tough time with it. Best of luck