Door Problem

[bluebelly]

*** FIXED***I have an '01 rx300 with a broken door sensor. The car never knows the driver door is open-no dome light and a relock after a few seconds if you don't put the key in to start. Does anyone know where this switch is and how to replace or repair?

Thanks...

[PK_3]

Its probably inside the door on the latch mechanism.

PK

[lenore]

Yes the actuator is on the door lock assembly in the drivers door. Here is an interesting post on replacing the door lock itself:

http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...c=41219&hl=

[denslexusgx470]

I don't think it's the actuator. If it was, then he wouldn't be able to open the door. He's talking about the sensor that senses whether the door is open, ajar, or whatever. Although Im not a professional mechanic but I don't think the door lock actuator is connected to the sensor lol. Good thread though on replacing the actuator.

[lenore]

Yes I meant the sensor, it is part of the door actuator assembly...

[bluebelly]

Started to tear down door and found the problem. The plug for the window buttons was loose. I never found the switch (sensor) but it is routed through the window button harness where mine had lost the connection.

Thanks for the help and input.