B0097low severityBody
Rear Left Door Lock Circuit
on 1997 Acura RL 3.5L V6 · AWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the rear left door lock actuator or circuit.
Symptoms
- Rear left door lock not responding
- Lock cycling but not engaging
- Child lock issues
- Remote lock not working for this door
Common causes
- Faulty door lock actuator
- Wiring damage in door harness
- Door lock switch failure
- BCM communication issue
Diagnostic steps
- Test actuator with direct power
- Check door harness wiring
- Test door lock switch
- Check BCM commands with scan tool
Repair notes
Replace door lock actuator or repair wiring in door harness.
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