The actuator motor controls the door lock mechanism.
Toyota door avalon automatic locks off.
The door lock ac.
When the seat belt light flashes in the dashboard press the unlock button on the door and keep it pressed for about 5 seconds.
With ignition switch turned to on open driver s door.
Use the same procedure to cancel the function.
There are four modes from which to choose.
Over time through use this motor can go bad.
I tried to find for avalon but was not able to get any data on resetting but managed to find on camry so no promise it will do.
Turn off your car close all the doors and leave your seat belt off.
Automatic locking and unlocking modes step 1.
Typically you will hear a buzzing sound prior to it quitting altogether.
Mode 1 this mode connects the shift position with automatic door locking but notably not unlocking.
Turn the key back one place to acc then turn it back to on.
Rather than starting the engine turn the key to on.
Turn ignition switch off remove key insert key turn ignition switch on.
In order to fix this problem you will need to remove the door panel and locate the actuator motor.
Video tutorial discussing symptoms of power door locks on toyota is not working right and how to check for easy fixes and replace a door lock actuator if nec.
Mode 2 this mode simply turns off the feature.
Shift the shift lever to p or n and press and hold the driver s door lock switch for approximately 5 seconds and then release.
Save yourself expensive labor charges with this do it yourself diy fix.
When the key is in the ignition and in the on position and when all doors are shut they will automatically lock when you move the shift lever out of park.
Are your door locks not locking or unlocking on your toyota camry.