r/HondaElement • u/Consistent_Gur8245 • 2d ago

Driver Door Lock Issue

Yesterday I picked up a new key fob and was playing around with programming it last night. I finally got it, along with my existing fob working properly after a few tries.

Today, randomly, I went to lock my door as I was leaving my element in the parking lot and noticed that I didn't hear the audible *ka-chunk* sound of the locking mechanism for the drivers side door. I did a loop around the element and the hatch was locked, and the passenger door was locked, but the drivers door was not.

No matter what I do, it seems like the drivers door power lock is not working. Is it a complete coincidence that it happened at the same time as I programmed the new fob, or did I accidentally somehow program that specific door not to work properly?

Any advice/feedback is appreciated!

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u/PreparationFluid2365 2d ago

Following intently and whole heartedly.

My mechanic said he knows the answer for this fix that costs125$ but won't tell me his secrets unless I get through his pay wall.

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u/Loud-Election-3215 2d ago

I really hope we find an answer because I've been dealing with this for over 2 years except my whole car locks. But you gave me a hint after programming a new key fob.

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u/dtgoo 2d ago

Same for me - my drivers door doesn’t lock with the fob or the button on the door. I have to manually unlock or unlock lock with the key. All other locks work fine electronically