Q: power door locked down

asked by on February 12, 2017

Battery had died, jumped car. blew fuse for radio. power door locks remained locked down, key will not open door, remote doesn't release them

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Hi there. Sometimes when you jump start a vehicle, it will cause electrical component failure, ranging from blown fuses to relays that power electrically powered components; including your power door locks. If you check all fuses and relays, and still have a problem, you should contact a professional mobile mechanic to complete a power door locks inspection.

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