How do I fix a door lock in my Suzuki Alto that won’t stay locked?

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How do I fix a door lock in my Suzuki Alto that won’t stay locked?

The door lock on my Suzuki Alto will sometimes stay in the unlocked position no matter how much I try to lock it. I’ve tried pressing the button multiple times, but it won’t stay locked. What could be causing this, and how can I fix it?

Gari Specialist asked on 20 Feb 2025 14:30:30 pm

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Gari Master - on 20 Feb 2025 14:33:04 pm

If your Suzuki Altos door lock won’t stay locked, there could be several reasons for this issue:

Faulty Door Lock Actuator: The actuator may not be engaging properly, causing the door to stay unlocked.
Worn o r Broken Lock Mechanism: If the internal parts of the lock are worn out o r broken, they may not engage properly to keep the door locked.
Broken Lock Linkage: The mechanical linkage between the actuator and the lock mechanism could be damaged o r disconnected, causing the door to stay unlocked.
Defective Key Fob o r Switch: If the key fob o r manual switch is not working correctly, it might not be sending the proper signal to the locking mechanism.
How to fix it:

Replace the faulty actuator: If the actuator is malfunctioning, it will need to be replaced.
Inspect the lock mechanism: If the internal parts of the lock are broken o r worn, you’ll need to repair o r replace them.
Check the linkage: Ensure the linkage between the actuator and lock is intact and properly connected.
Test the key fob and switch: If the fob o r switch is faulty, replace them as needed to ensure proper locking operation.