Door switch module??I need serious help.

Jodi220 · #1 08-20-2005, 11:26 PM

Ok..Ive been reading thru these forums like crazy and have found everything i need,except for one thing..How in the world do i get to the door switch module(i think thats what its called)so when i lift up on the door handle my lights come on?I took the door panel off and i think i see it,theres wires that plug into it? But how do i replace it?iI can barely get to it..But then again i might not even have the right thing.Right now i had to pull the fuse because the lights just stay on and wont go out.Then i tried putting the fuse back in and just taking the bulbs out so i have my radio but that didnt work cuz my footwell lights only go out when they want to..Some one please help me on instructions on how to get to it and if thats not it what else could it be,i see possible chime module?I love this car and need interior lights..A huge thanks to anyone who replies with some help..Girl who loves cars! : )

Jodi220 · #2 08-21-2005, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Jodi220

Ok..Ive been reading thru these forums like crazy and have found everything i need,except for one thing..How in the world do i get to the door switch module(i think thats what its called)so when i lift up on the door handle my lights come on?I took the door panel off and i think i see it,theres wires that plug into it? But how do i replace it?iI can barely get to it..But then again i might not even have the right thing.Right now i had to pull the fuse because the lights just stay on and wont go out.Then i tried putting the fuse back in and just taking the bulbs out so i have my radio but that didnt work cuz my footwell lights only go out when they want to..Some one please help me on instructions on how to get to it and if thats not it what else could it be,i see possible chime module?I love this car and need interior lights..A huge thanks to anyone who replies with some help..Girl who loves cars! : )

Ok..anyone?? I know someone has to know something,i think my description is clear(i hope) i just need to know how to get to it and if what im talking about is right..All fuses are good,if that helps,hoping to get a reply,going out to work on it monday(sorry if this sounds like im impatient)Cuz i am...lol...Thanks again for any help

skibum1111 · #3 08-21-2005, 01:02 PM

Sounds like the dimmer module. When you pull the door handle with the door locked the lights come on, and when you close the door the lights dim gradually, right? It's the module that controls the interior lighting, one of the few parts that I have not had to replace as of yet. As far as I know its on the driver's side under the dash. It's shown on the wiring diagram for the car with 5 or 6 wires coming out of it. Anyone else out there done one of these?

Jodi220 · #4 08-21-2005, 01:09 PM

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Sounds like the dimmer module. When you pull the door handle with the door locked the lights come on, and when you close the door the lights dim gradually, right? It's the module that controls the interior lighting, one of the few parts that I have not had to replace as of yet. As far as I know its on the driver's side under the dash. It's shown on the wiring diagram for the car with 5 or 6 wires coming out of it. Anyone else out there done one of these?

Hey!!! Yeah thats what its suppose to do,but i pulled the fuse cuz it wont go out,they stay on and never go out,i was told its the door switch thing(im not even sure what its called)then was told check the chime module under the steering column then the dimmer switch,im so confused : ) i have my door all apart and dont know where to go,but thanks for your reply,i know this is a common problem..If you know of anything else let me know..BIG THANKS

Jodi220 · #5 08-22-2005, 12:33 AM

Anyone have any clue to my door switch problem?I guess i'll try the dealer and maybe they can give me a print out of the location and how to change it,i was told i could do that..Was hoping for more replies but thanks to skibum1111 for your reply.I'll wish myself luck ; ) Great forum tho...

xeroinfinity · #6 08-22-2005, 01:03 AM

sometimes Jodi220, u just need to be patient. I beleive Skibums right on the local of the dimmer module. Ive seen it but never replaced it either. i bet u can go to the auto parts store and they'll show u one and probley tell ya how to and where its at. Dont Give Up! LOL!Hope THis helps a bit more.

Jodi220 · #7 08-22-2005, 10:26 PM

Thanks alot,i am being patient tho..just trying to be funny..It does help,i did talk to the dealer and he said he's never heard of anyone changing that thing thats in the door.So my next question is does anyone know what all that controls(the thing in the door?)I wish i knew what it was called and damn if i can remember what he said it was lol..And is that totally seperate for the door lock function?I have a million questions : )I think i'll start with the dimmer module and see what happens..Big thanks again..

Jodi220 · #8 08-23-2005, 10:11 PM

Well,i got the chime module out,and i opened it up and i dont see any obvious sign that anything is burned or fried or anything..Im totally lost now.

skibum1111 · #9 08-24-2005, 07:57 AM

If its an inexpensive part try replacing it, electronics do eventually wear out, some things are more durable than others. If its an expensive part, try one from a wreck, see if that works. If you are still having a problem, its probably one of the door switches. The rear switches on 4 door cars are the pin type switches and are fairly easy to replace. On the front doors the switches are located in the latch mechanism which requires some disassembly of the door. It's held in place by 3 torx screws, and they are in very tight. You would also have to disconnect the outside door handle, the inside door handle, the locks both inside and outside, and the power lock module if you have power locks. I have 240k miles on my 95 gt, and I have never replaced one of them, but its possible that its bad.. Hope this helps.

xeroinfinity · #10 08-24-2005, 11:20 AM

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Well,i got the chime module out,and i opened it up and i dont see any obvious sign that anything is burned or fried or anything..Im totally lost now.

did you here the chime work before u took to removeing it? the chime can be bad without smelling burnt. But I think ur problem is in the door switch inside the door latch as skibum1111 said. This is strange I have never seen the chime or door/dim switch fail where the lights stay on. Does that door shut all the way? maybe if u get lucky it just needs an adjustment. \,,/

Jodi220 · #11 08-24-2005, 02:04 PM

Thanks alot guys,this help a bunch!! Yeah my doors close all the way(2 door)And yes i was hearing the chime before i took it out,i went with this cuz this was the most obvious thing it could be that i was reading about,then i changed the dimmer switch thats next to the door,that didnt work,it wont even turn my lights on or off..This is the most weird thing,and i was hoping it wasnt the door latch thing,but then again ive heard noone has ever had to replace that thing.And yes i can get that at a junk yard,dealer wants to much for it ; ( If anyone else has any input it will be appreciated..as for now i will proceed at the junk yard for the chime module then if not the door latch thing is next..Huge thanks : )

Jodi220 · #12 08-25-2005, 10:43 PM

Ok guys...it was the door latch..Took one out at the junk yard brought it home unplugged the old one and plugged it in the new one..and wouldnt ya know it...everything works great..Now i have to get it in..good luck to me,but at least i know what it is..Thanks again,im done til the next thing happens.

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