Vauxhall/Opel Meriva-B 2010 rear door locks fault... Fault finding and repair.

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This car came to me with a warning light on the cluster for the locking system on the car, despite doors would lock and unlock as they should...
Some weird behaviours, and when scanned, on the BCM the code B2524-59...
Follow me on this video to find out what was the problem and how to resolve it.
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Like always, thank you for watching!

[@karollyszcz4886]

Thank for the video. I had My Meriva for 3 years and same thing happens every autumn and winter when is more humid. I use the car key to reset both rear door locks as it says in the manual. The chime goes off but unfortunately locks are still open and close during the driving. It's fine in the summer though.

[@LMAutoRepairs]

👍👍👍

[@DanielosCompaneros]

I'm facing the same issue. Every fall/winter when temperature goes below freezing chime goes off. Do you think I can get away with wd-40 sprayed inside the lock or I could break something?

[@sammieevans4136]

How do you reset the locks with the car key?

[@tequillaalex]

How do you reset the locks with the car key?????

[@karollyszcz4886]

In the rear door under the lock, there is a plastic screw into which you can insert the car key, just turn it back and forth.

[@jonathanwebb8307]

Tried same lock repair with our Meriva but I had no success. Tried wd40 with no luck. Checked all wires running through the door apature and fitted new lock unit from Ebay ( not the cheapest one on offer but mid price range - 170 gbp ) but still no luck. Had same experience on both sides. First time round we returned the ebay parts and paid a garage 500 gbp to fit a different new lock and that worked and garage reported no other complications. Other side failed shortly after and we have no interest in paying 500 gbp for a few weeks of it working. Tried another lock from a different ebay trader, a large company from a proper warehouse, but the new part did not work. Again, checked every wire that ran through the door from the lock connection block to the block on the inside of the door pillar. All wires had good connection. Either there is some computer malfunction or I have been sold broken parts from the ebay dealers. I dont have a code reader but did try disconnecting the battery plus test drives. I understand this is a self clearing fault if the problem is repaiered and should not need reseting with diagnostic equipment... but maybe I am wrong on that. Car belongs to a family member and I have advised them to buy a Honda or Toyota.

[@Harcix]

Did you figure it out in the end?

[@jonathanwebb8307]

@@Harcix No, got tired of spending time and money so just pulled the fuse to stop the warning noice and disconnected the outside handle so the car is locked from the outside then left it like that. There is definitly a supply chain issue of getting working parts so be careful where you buy from. I suspect a lot of what is sold as new is actually returns. Best buy face to face from a reputable bricks and mortar store

[@wilfridwee15]

Can show a video of how you lubricate the door lock? Thanks!

[@N.S-ow4qw]

Which scanner you use please?

[@LMAutoRepairs]

@@N.S-ow4qw Hi Autel MS908P on this video... 👍👍👍

[@CarsExposed]

Never seen it this unlocking function where applying the handbrake good to know , top work as always mate 👍

[@LMAutoRepairs]

😊 Thanks! 👍👍👍

[@beluxauto5968]

Those weird doors . All that plastic inside the lock that should move smoother than metal , 4 microswitches . Locks have come a long way since the 90´s . Not for the better. Working on doors and drive shafts , two of my most disliked jobs. You made it work again Luis .

[@LMAutoRepairs]

Indeed the kind of jobs that are from far my favourite cup of tea...😋 Thank you for watching and for your comment!

[@036101556]

The "rear lock" locks the doors ( so it can't be opened from the outside) but it can still be opened with the handle on the inside but the auto lock engages at 4kmph and then you can't pull the handle on the inside to open the suicide doors. To prevent them from being opened while driving.

[@LMAutoRepairs]

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[@StanleyJones-i9e]

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[@AntonyMceneany]

Got the same problem put new lock in drivers back door still doing all wires r all good any help please

[@stefanoangei3142]

Check the fuse!!!!!!! F15-F16 (5A) placed in BCM

[@rainerv.4295]

Many thanks from Germany!!!

[@locksmithproblemsolution1969]

Thank you for this video . I have one question , what name have this program?

[@Fabi....]

Ciekawy film, specjalnie piszę w swoim języku, żeby było śmieszniej 😁 Pozdrawiam 💪👍👊

[@LMAutoRepairs]

😊👍👍👍

[@paulchesters4096]

How did you silence it 👍

[@DanielosCompaneros]

Child locks on on both sides (if it's on already then off and on)

[@davidbell9731]

@@DanielosCompaneros The fix only works for a couple of days (or a certain number of journeys -- not bothered to work out precisely which)

[@walideamine9540]

Thank you for your efforts . What is your scanner name

[@LMAutoRepairs]

Autel MS908P... Thank you for watching!

[@davywelsh5671]

Happening to my meriva right now.. just got told it could be a minefield in cost..

[@nellythree]

In my car reading this comment 🤣 did you get it resolved, I'm lost mate 🤦🏽‍♂️😒

[@zeeat9910]

Did you manage to get it resolved mate 😂 in the same boat as you right now​@nellythree

[@evelynmcilhiney695]

My meriva has this problem but only from Oct to march. In March all through to Oct it works fine. Ever heard of this?

[@LMAutoRepairs]

Moisture/water ingress... Usually is the cause of issues that only occur in winter months... 👍👍👍

[@mojoojo3043]

I have the same problem with both rear doors, do you think I should just add more lubricant inside? thanks

[@LMAutoRepairs]

Worth a try... 👍👍👍

[@sadiqkassam2602]

As a temporary measure, what I did to mute the noise was to turn on the child lock on the door back doors. I've had the same problem every summer when it's hot. I've been putting WD40 and after a few days it sorts out the problem but it's very random when it will happen next. I currently have a problem where my boot doesn't open but after WD40 again it started opening 1-2 days later!!!

[@mrgrumpy5116]

very advanced these modern electronics/electrics .. you can stop them working just by doing nothing, .. I'm impressed, anyhow good diagnosis. A friend of mine has a Model T .. you just give it fuel and off it goes .. simple.

[@LMAutoRepairs]

😊 Very true... 👍👍👍

[@arrowblue3909]

I have 2010 1.7 CDTi Diesel. Couple of days ago all the error came up abs, power steering, lock doors, ebrakes every thing lit up. Sent to garage he said bcm won't communicate its expensive fix. Got the car back today started it its working fine no errors drove for 2 hours not an issue at all. Later started it again all the issues are back and now power steering some time does work and some time won't car feel underpowered but if I let it Cool down and start again no errors after driving for a while all the errors come back. Any ideas?

[@LMAutoRepairs]

Poor connection somewhere? 🤔 👍👍👍

[@Gscottheron70]

Check all the earth-ground wires where they attach to the car body under the hood/bonnet.

[@darrenneilcrick]

I need you to come look at my meriva I'm in need of help so badly

[@raggyheed]

Curb light stays on and shows you which door this Is a common fault fix is spray half a can into the affected door lock till its dripping out the door rim few days sorted of repeating mine did it a year ago not since

[@edgarscelms5306]

Nice. Thank You for a video!

[@LMAutoRepairs]

😊 Thank you for watching! 👍👍👍

[@igorsidorishin4053]

But i didnt get what have you lubricated or fixed

[@LMAutoRepairs]

The locks...

[@colinhamer6506]

I have the same car I can't find a way to turn off the auto locking it's adding a lot of ware to the motor's and it's just annoying I've now got a strange folt all doors auto lock at 2mph and with dash button but when locking with the key button the passenger door doesn't lock

[@chrispeacocks836]

Hi. I just got a Meriva and hate the auto lock at 2mph did you find a way to stop it, deactivate it. the noise always makes me jump 😊

[@ivansusic562]

Guys, it is so annoying. My second winter with this issue. Since locks are ridiculously expensive, I was thinking: perhaps auto lock can be disabled in software? And then, when you start, just press the lock button to lock all doors. Should be safe then? I know, it is better for safety to repair it or replace. I understand why there is alarm, but continuos beep is just made so you go to service and by expensive door lock. It could beep for a while and stop, right?

[@babbar2008]

Hi, did u have any lucky with this?

[@ivansusic562]

@@babbar2008 Hi. All locks are oiled with wd 40 more than 10 days ago - and it looks like it had a good effect. After oiling, issue came up only 2 times for short periods. Will see how long it will last.

[@colinhamer6506]

any chance you could help me I need ecu pin diagram for Bosch m7.44 and me7.44.e I'm trying to put a modified Citroen c2 NFU 1.6 16v that has been turbod into a saxo vtr and I'd like to keep the E throttle body I've looked everywhere and asked every one I know I've got some were with the m7.44 but can't find anything about the me7.44.e

[@russiandrivers9986]

Maybe a better solution is just to snip the cable to that annoying alarm and put a piece of black tape over that light

[@LMAutoRepairs]

It is definitely a solution.. 😅 👍👍👍

[@termi130]

do you know where that alarm is located?

[@SuHwak]

I have the diagrams as well, and you skipped a few steps with getting the lock to hang out the door like that. The most annoying one is the rod that attaches the outside doorhandles to the lock. Wish you had shown that part so I didn't have to fumble as long. Once you know how to disconnect it, all of this is a piece of cake... for those gifted with the right hands and mind. How the hell are they charging €700-900 for both, if I can get them in ánd out within 1,5 hours each? I mean, I've never worked on cars before (im IT guy) and I don't even have all the fancy tools the shop has. The parts aren't made of (precious) metals, wish they were, then it wouldn't have gotten broken after 160kkm.

[@equanimity4614]

I am having this problem now

[@bojandebeljak5253]

Me too

[@paulchesters4096]

It's happening me to my car this morning. Is it safe to drive 👍

[@irenelamb4479]

It’s been happening to mine for about a week a I’ve been driving no problem just annoying the sound x

[@russiandrivers9986]

Depends if you like the noise. But I've found if you put both child locks on the noise stops

[@nellythree]

@@russiandrivers9986 that's right👏🏽

[@va7052]

More security because back dors opens reverse,not as usual......lol.....i had this problem before.

[@LMAutoRepairs]

👍👍👍😊

[@SimplyDiagnostics]

Every car you work on needs fuel Luis, it triggers me 🤣

[@LMAutoRepairs]

😊 I know... it is frustrating... specially when you need to test drive... 👍👍👍

[@SimplyDiagnostics]

@@LMAutoRepairs time for a low fuel level surcharge mate 👍

[@LMAutoRepairs]

@@SimplyDiagnostics 😊

[@N.S-ow4qw]

Hi

[@BarryR.]

Just put rear child lock on to stop bleeping

[@neilmurphy845]

This time you've literally got no range left and it's actually flickering and beeping

[@LMAutoRepairs]

🤷‍♂️😋

[@valhollylee8422]

I wish you'd just get on with it!

[@LMAutoRepairs]

Me too...