If the backup remote is able to unlock the doors then you know that it is a problem with the key fob and not with your vehicle s locking system.
Toyota rav4 door lock problem.
If this remote doesn t work it is either your door locks or it could be that both remotes aren t working as they should be.
The most recently reported issues are listed below.
If your key fob doesn t work yet the manual door lock button does it is time for a new key fob battery.
This battery is located inside the key fob and can be accessed by opening the fob.
In order to open it you will squeeze on the sides of the fob to pop open the front and back.
How to change the door lock mode.
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.
Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of toyota rav4 based on all problems reported for the rav4.
Worst toyota rav4 problems 1.
Toyota rav4 owners have reported 5 problems related to power door locks not working under the electrical system category.
Excessive oil consumption 2008 rav4 average cost to fix.
Once this happens you might want to call a technician right away.
Excessive oil consumption 2007 rav4 average cost to fix.
If you own any recent toyota model that has power locks and an automatic transmission you have the ability to change the sequence for the locking and unlocking of the doors as determined by the current mode.
Toyota door lock actuator class action lawsuit investigation the auto defect attorneys at gibbs law group and isaac wiles burkholder teeter are investigating reports that various toyota models including the highlander rav 4 tundra and camry may have defective door lock actuators.