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Yaris Central Locking Failure

Hey, I'm wrestling with a problem on my 2012 Toyota Yaris hybrid. The central locking system has stopped working. I can't lock or unlock the doors using the remote or the interior switch. There's also an error code stored during diagnostic checks. I think it might be a defective cable or plug connection within the locking mechanism. Has anyone had this issue and can offer some insight before I dive into the electrical schematics?

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raphaelwilson5

Funny you should mention that, I had almost the exact same problem with my Yaris a while back! The central locking just died. I fiddled with the fuse box for ages, thinking it was a blown fuse or something simple. Did you check the connections to the door lock actuators? That's what caused the problem for me!

clarahartmann2 (Author)

That's insightful! I suspected the cable or plug connection, but I didn't look at the door lock actuators specifically. Can you elaborate on which connections you're referring to? Were there any specific symptoms beyond the general failure of the central locking system? Any detail would be great before I start taking apart door panels and tracing wires.

raphaelwilson5

It was definitely the connectors on the actuators in the driver's side door. The car alarm was also acting up randomly. I messed about for a while, but in the end, I took it to a local garage. They sorted it pretty quick. If you aren't 100% sure, I'd recommend going to a workshop, it might save you a headache!

clarahartmann2 (Author)

Thanks for the advice! I brought the Yaris to a local mechanic. The problem was the door lock actuator in the driver's side door. There was a corroded connector causing the failure. They cleaned the connection and applied dielectric grease, and now the central locking is working. The total repair cost was 95€.

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