Central Locking Problem

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Tue 26 Mar 2002 21:41
Central Locking Problem - CB
I have central locking on my 1994 1.4 Rt Renault Clio - it operates the 2 front doors and the rear hatch simoultaneously.

It now no longer unlocks or locks the rear hatch when activated, but works fine still on the front doors. I therefore have to lock/unlock the rear hatch manually.

What is the likely cause? Is the locking powered by a motor that may have burnt out? If so, presumably this is located next to the lock in the rear hatch? Anyone know approximate cost supplied and fitted for a replacement???

Thanks for your help,

CB
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Tue 26 Mar 2002 21:49
Re: Central Locking Problem - Keith Stockdale
Corrosion on the electrical connectors?
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Tue 26 Mar 2002 22:28
Re: Central Locking Problem - Andrew T
Each lock has a servo-motor connected by a stiff wire to the normal lock barrel, and driven from the driver's door lock, either by the key or the remote. Your failure may be in the slave motor, in the wiring or in the master lock. You can probably find a replacement motor in your local Renault dismantler's for about £15-20 at a guess. Fitting it will require some expertise in removing the trim, but not difficult. If the problem is in the loom, then the best of luck. Andrew T
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