Wayne 206

I have a 2nd Gen. 1995 4runner. Everytime I lock the doors, either manually or automatically, they just pop unlocked again right away. For a while it would do this every once in a while, but now it's automatic everytime. So I can't lock my doors and that sucks! Does anybody know what the problem is or how to fix it? Thanks.

JEBSR5

Mine only does that if I leave the keys in the ignition, so I would start there. Not saying you left your keys in ignition, but if what ever causes this whether it be a sensor, solinoid could be stuck. If you have a shop manual, trace the circuits and maybe you will find the culprit. I have a different year, but I would assume the principle is the same.

Elvota

Mine does this every once in a while. It is frustrating.

I found that mine will almost never lock if the passenger door is still open... but I don't really know why. Maybe a short... and the truck is trying to keep me from locking the keys inside, or trying to help me open all the locks at once.

Sorry I can't personally be of help, but thought I'd subscribe to this thread and see if others have some ideas. I'll update if I figure anything out as well.

domitus

My 92' does that once in a while, usually in a place where I would really like to have my doors locked. All I have to do is give the ignition key hole a good tap with my middle finger, it releases something with a *pop* and the doors can be locked again. I assume something inside is just sticky and could use some lube, but I don't mind poking my baby once in a while.

domitus

I assume the problem is the car still thinks my keys are in the ignition and the *pop* is something inside being released when I smack it.

Elvota

Interesting. I'd bet that might be my problem as well. My key is really worn, so maybe the "pop" is not popping on occasion.

Wayne 206

good advice guys. I do have the pop problem, but for some reason I don't think it is related. but maybe. Thanks.