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Information On Phantom Locking Of Drivers Or Passengers Door - keywords handle left lock passenger right unwanted

Subject:Information on Phantom Locking of Drivers or Passengers Door

Models:2004-2007 Buick Rainier
2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer Models
2002-2009 GMC Envoy Models
2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
2005-2009 Saab 97X



This PI was superseded to update model years. Please discard PIT4466.


The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Condition/Concern:

A condition of the drivers or any other door appearing to lock by itself may be caused by the occupants arm or back of hand contacting the manual door lock lever when exiting the vehicle. This condition involves only one door and the other three doors will not be locked.

Recommendation/Instructions:

Advise the customer to be cautious when exiting the vehicle to prevent accidental locking of the door. No repairs are recommended.

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.