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Defective power lock solenoids

The power locks are operated by solenoids that move up or down when the button is pressed. If a solenoid is defective, it may not be able to lock or unlock a particular door.

Defective power lock wires in the door jamb

Defective wires in the power lock system can prevent electrical current from being sent to the solenoids. If the current cannot reach the solenoids, the power locks cannot work.

Defective Power Steering System

Defective Radiator Pressure Cap

The radiator pressure cap is designed to maintain a sealed cooling system while relieving pressure when the engine is running hot. As the engine heats up and the coolant expands, the cap will allow th

Defective rear defroster coils

The rear defroster coils are the wires that run along the rear window. If they are defective, the electrical current that flows through them may be hindered or stopped all together. This will prevent

Defective rear defroster switch

The rear defroster switch is the button pressed to activate the rear defroster. If the switch is defective, the driver will be unable to activate the defroster. The switch initiates the defroster rela

Defective rear defroster timer mechanism

The rear defroster contains a timer mechanism that detects a certain level of heat. When this level is reached, the defroster is shut off. A defect in the timer mechanism will alter the shut off timin

Defective rear defroster wires

The rear defroster uses wires to transfer electrical current. If these wires are defective, the defroster may receive insufficient or no current.

Defective shift fork

Defective shift linkage