1996 Mercury Sable-LS Wagon
The doors locks open after being locked -- whether I use the remote key lock or the door lock switch in the car. It happens on a random basis.
Thanks for any help.
I would check the armrest controls for a bad switch, or a door pin switch that is corroded and not releasing all the way when door is open. Many systems do not allow locking if there is a "door ajar" situation. On a sedan, this condition seems to oddly occur most on rear passenger doors.
Any errors or problems that mount up, make diagnostics harder and more expensive. ignoring many problems will result in a much larger diagnostic bill later, so best to maintain all systems.
Ignition lock cylinder has a key-minder circuit. This must be working correctly on most cars for the keyless entry to effectively lock the vehicle. Intermittent ignition lock "buzzing" when doors are closed, and key is in lock position must be resolved
Some possibilities
The power door locks may self-activate or cycle on some vehicles. This may be caused by a misadjusted front door lock linkage, excess solder in the front door power window switch, water infiltration of a potential open wire harness connector inside the front doors, wiring harness chafe on the door check strap, or a damaged Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob.
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