Honda odyssey door not closing

Apr 28, 2018 · 4859 posts · Joined 2009. #7 · May 1, 2018. With mine it would close, but the lights would keep coming on and draining the battery. Sometimes the door would not open with power, but would by pulling manually. After fixing the broken rollers on the other door, I discovered the rollers were ok but the hinge was tight on the center roller.

Honda odyssey door not closing. Honda has issued a transmission recall for the Odyssey model years 2002 through 2004. The 1999 through 2001 model years had an extended warranty because of the transmission, which ...

This is the EASIEST FIX for your Honda Odyssey driver’s side sliding door not opening. The likely reason is the sensor popped out and so the car “thinks” the...

124 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · Nov 6, 2017. This morning with the temperatures around 26 degrees, I noticed the passenger sliding doors were not responding to both the key fob and the interior sliding door opener buttons. It wasn't until when I manually opened the door or started the ignition engine when it started working again after a few ...If your 2005-10 Honda Odyssey's battery dies overnight and the power sliding doors aren't closing properly, chances are that the latch/closer assembly isn't ...30 posts · Joined 2005. #1 · Dec 22, 2008. Gentleman, I have a 2008 LX, without power slider doors. With winter here in NJ, in the last 2 weeks, the slider door on the drivers side will open, but not close and lock. Not fun driving down the road and seeing the door fly open, not fun for the kids ether.Bringing it to Honda right now but wonder ...Question type: Maintenance & Repair. I have a 2006 Honda Odyssey EX. The driver side sliding power door will not close since last night. Tried switching. to manual; still the door won't close. Showing "Slide Door" sign on the Instrument Panel. My driveway is on a slope. so the door closing mechanism has gone progressively worse.Question type: Maintenance & Repair. I have a 2006 Honda Odyssey EX. The driver side sliding power door will not close since last night. Tried switching. to manual; still the door won't close. Showing "Slide Door" sign on the Instrument Panel. My driveway is on a slope. so the door closing mechanism has gone progressively worse.Dec 18, 2023 · Turn the ignition on. Flip the power sliding door switch “Off.”. Flip the same switch to the “On” position. Hold both of the door buttons until the doors are completely closed. Having a hard reset won’t solve the problem if your fuse is intact, your battery is firmly connected, and the problem persists.

Here are a few approaches that can help resolve this issue. 1. Apply Lubricant: One of the most common causes of a stuck door is rust or debris accumulation on the door latches, hinges, or locking mechanisms. Applying an appropriate lubricant, such as WD-40, can help loosen the rust and free up the door.supra196. 17 posts · Joined 2011. #11 · Aug 3, 2017. 2018 odyssey touring. drivers side sliding door won't close when pushing interior button located on the B pillar just behind driver. Otherwise using handle or dash button closes fine. dealer cannot even locate the part online as it does not show on schematic.How to Build a Pantry Behind a Door - Make use of wasted space behind a door by building a handy pantry that hangs on the door. Learn how using our easy instructions and helpful ti...Aug 8, 2018 ... The sliding doors on my 2006 Honda Odyssey were so messed up they made me angry every time I used them. I tried for months to lubricate and ...Honda recommends using Honda Genuine Oil for the Honda Odyssey minivan, along with all other types of Honda vehicles. Honda Genuine Oil is available at local Honda dealers. If Hond...

Odyssey's have a history of losing a bumper that fits in between the sliding door and the door rail stop. The bumper gets old and brittle and eventually falls out. When it does, the sliding...IRVINE, CA, May 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Odyssey Group International, Inc. (OTCQB:ODYY) (the 'Company' or 'Odyssey'),a technology and asset... IRVINE, CA, May 13, 2021 (GLOB...This is the EASIEST FIX for your Honda Odyssey driver’s side sliding door not opening. The likely reason is the sensor popped out and so the car “thinks” the...supra196. 17 posts · Joined 2011. #11 · Aug 3, 2017. 2018 odyssey touring. drivers side sliding door won't close when pushing interior button located on the B pillar just behind driver. Otherwise using handle or dash button closes fine. dealer cannot even locate the part online as it does not show on schematic.2018 Honda Odyssey sliding door issue Fix !!!The locking mechanism got frozen and stuck at lock position and door was not closing. So i had to manually relea...

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Honda Odyssey Power Sliding Door Reset and RepairPnoypride81. @kairojya is correct! the fast beep only happens if you have the walk away feature enable and you closed all the doors and the key fob is not close enough. i haven't had any experience that beeps rapidly and then locks itself. good luck! I reset everything the dopey way (turned all beeps and walkway lock off them turned everything ...Turn on the car ignition. Locate the power sliding door switch on the left of the steering wheel, labeled “Main.”. Push the sliding door switch to the “Off” position. Then push the switch back to the “On” position. Press and hold both sliding door buttons until the doors close completely.Turn on power to side doors. Flip the dash switch from step #1 back to the "ON" position. 6. Use button to close the doors. Using one of the buttons on the dash or key fob, press the "Close" button. The door should slide closed and latched completely. Sometimes the internet does not lie.Then, push the door in question manually to close it. If it still doesn’t latch manually then you have an issue with the latch being stuck or frozen and not an electric issue. Take the negative battery terminal and connect it back. Do the same thing for the positive battery terminal. This action will reset the battery.The goal of this thread is to consolidate all the information about power sliding door issues that is spread out across the forum. While it will be primarily focused on the 3rd generation Odyssey (2005-2010), the basic ideas in this thread can be applied to all Odysseys with power sliding doors...

Sounds like you may be experiencing one of the most common problems with the Odyssey- faulty micro switches in the door latch module. . If so, the solution is a new door latch. Let’s see what others here have to say before you proceed. I had a similar problem along with the doors jumping when they opened and closed.How I ultimately fixed a 2008 Honda Odyssey van rear sliding door with a single washer after refurbing the doors with info from other Youtube videos.It's nev...I have a door open indicator on the dash that is on. I can not close the door electrically or manually. When I pull the handle, the cable does not release the mechanism at the rear post. I have several hours into the project, and now, looking for some additional knowledge. So weird, I just cleaned the battery posts, and now the door will not close.If you have a Honda Odyssey produced between 1999 and 2011, you should try one of the door control buttons. If that doesn’t work, you need to replace the rubber bumper between the door and the rail. If …So in short when in power sliding door mode passenger door works fine opening and closing. Driver door opens and only closes 3/4 the way then opens back up. ... Bolt - 2006 Honda Odyssey - EX - Ocean Mist Metallic - 110k miles - Bought brand new in August 2006, never any major repairs, possibly the most reliable Odyssey on the road ...The 1969 Honda Dream 305 motorcycle combined power with convenience. Read about this important Honda and see pictures of a real dream machine. Advertisement The 1969 Honda Dream 30...Apr 7, 2018 · during this time, what fixes the issue is that the door has to be re-opened using the remote, then you can close it with any of the closing methods. also while in this issue, when the door is re-opened using the remote you can hear a loud pop (probably to disengage the lock) that is louder than normal. Manually open and close both sliding doors. 4.) Restore the power door fuses located under the front passenger leg area. 5.) Enable the power door switch on the left dashboard. 6.) Try opening the sliding doors. Suggestion #2. Remove fuse #13 (clock) for 30 seconds or more from the passenger side fusebox.Feb 15, 2021 · 1 post · Joined 2021. #1 · Feb 15, 2021. I have a 2019 touring Elite Odyssey and am so frustrated with the amount of problems we have had. I already had the recall issues with the drivers side door not closing and was fixed. The passenger sliding door for the past year will just stop in the middle of closing. The buttons or handle will not work. There are a few reasons why your Honda Odyssey’s sliding door may not be closing properly. The most common reason is that the door is not aligned correctly. You can try realigning the door by gently …The Honda Odyssey door lock problem refers to a common issue where the doors of this minivan model do not open or close properly. This can happen with any of the doors, including the front driver and passenger doors, as well as the sliding side doors and rear liftgate. The problem can manifest in different ways, such as the door not opening or ...About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright ...

1 post · Joined 2021. #1 · Feb 15, 2021. I have a 2019 touring Elite Odyssey and am so frustrated with the amount of problems we have had. I already had the recall issues with the drivers side door not closing and was fixed. The passenger sliding door for the past year will just stop in the middle of closing. The buttons or handle will not work.

The driver side sliding door will not open using the switch or the key fob. There is no problem indicator light on the dash but I do get the beeping sound when I push the open/close button on the dash and when I push the sliding door button on the fob. The door will open manually but the door stays locked when in the closed position unless I ...2.1 – Look for the Toggle Switch. 2.2 – Push the Toggle Up. 3 How Can You Fix 2012 Honda Odyssey Doors Wont Close? 4 How Can You Reset the Door in Honda Odyssey by Cleaning the Sensors? 4.1 – …Could be as simple as a blown fuse. Rather than throwing parts at the problem, best to investigate what the cause is. Common issue with the doors are broken roller assembly. Can buy a new roller for about $30, or repair the rollers for about $5. The $5 fix for the 2nd gen worked on my brother's '07.2007 Honda Odyssey Sliding door alarm is NOT on Drivers side Alarm is on passenger side, as part of the sliding door actuator unit so it can not be disconnected without replacing the unit. i peeled back the rear trim as far as I could and removed one storage hook on rear post, just to gain enough access for my arm.2.1 – Look for the Toggle Switch. 2.2 – Push the Toggle Up. 3 How Can You Fix 2012 Honda Odyssey Doors Wont Close? 4 How Can You Reset the Door in Honda Odyssey by Cleaning the Sensors? 4.1 – Turn off the Honda. 4.2 – Open All the Doors. 4.3 – Clean Up Dirt and Grime. 4.4 – Check for Leftover Dirt. 4.5 – Start the Car. 4.6 – Test the Doors.1 post · Joined 2021. #1 · Feb 15, 2021. I have a 2019 touring Elite Odyssey and am so frustrated with the amount of problems we have had. I already had the recall issues with the drivers side door not closing and was fixed. The passenger sliding door for the past year will just stop in the middle of closing. The buttons or handle will not work.Honda has issued a transmission recall for the Odyssey model years 2002 through 2004. The 1999 through 2001 model years had an extended warranty because of the transmission, which ...Looking from the rear the door should overhang the rear panel by .5 to 1 mm. To adjust it says to move rhe striker in or out. After adjustment it should be raised or lowered to center in the latch when door closes. There are several pages before on adjusting the gaps around the door. 2004 EX Odyssey.The internal microswitches often fail. Sometimes they can be cleaned to restore operation, but most often the part has to be replaced. Costs about $200. It is very common for this issue to also cause the battery to drain. 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L; 160,000 miles; VCM is Muzzled (original VCMuzzler) Cleveland, Ohio USA.

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The passenger door will open with either button and manually but will not close at all with the van engine running. Either close button will merely cause three beeps and no movement. When I try to manually close the door, it will move about 6" and then hit an abrupt mechanical stop.The internal microswitches often fail. Sometimes they can be cleaned to restore operation, but most often the part has to be replaced. Costs about $200. It is very common for this issue to also cause the battery to drain. 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L; 160,000 miles; VCM is Muzzled (original VCMuzzler) Cleveland, Ohio USA.Electronic control doesnt work either. but driver side sliding door works fine both manually and electronically. To clarify, the door (either manual or electronic) doe not move at all, it is stuck wide open. I've seen a lot of posts here about the doors sliding closed like 90% of the way and then stopping ...2015 Honda Odyssey Touring Driver side sliding door would open, not close. It was the pinch sensor being pushed in slightly. Pulled it straight. Door is fixed. 5 second repair. Thanks DerbyDad02 and cleshock- loved the pictures made the job easy. View attachment 156870Make sure main switch for doors is in OFF positon and make sure the ignition swithc is in LOCK "0" position. (3) Manually open the sliding doors fully. (Both) (4) Turn on the ignition switch to ON "II" position while leaving both doors fully open. (5) Turn on the main switch for power sliding doors on the dash board.Ask the body shop to check on your rear (proximity/distant) sensors and make sure they are all working. Apparently, if the rear sensors sound off (activated), the liftgate function is disabled. Just for testing, turn off the sensor with the button next to the power liftgate button and see if your power liftgate works now. 2007 Honda Odyssey ...68 posts · Joined 2022. #1 ·Aug 9, 2022 (Edited) My 2016 Odyssey SE's sliding doors work relatively well but when I open and close them, they are "jerky". This is accentuated if the van is parked on an incline like a driveway. The jerkiness occurs more when closing and a couple times have stopped and reversed.1) Open the driver side’s sliding power door and remove the seat next to that door, so you will have to work from the inside of the van. 2) Turn off the power sliding door from the switch that is on the driver’s dashboard just above the two open/close switches for the power sliding doors. This will prevent the doors from opening and closing ...Sep 24, 2021 · Honda Odyssey sliding door is not closing all the way. Follow the troubleshooting guide below if the sliding door does not fully close when you try closing it remotely. Check if there is any object activating the auto-reverse feature. When the sensor detects an obstruction on the door sill, the door will reverse or not close at all. The driver side sliding door will not open using the switch or the key fob. There is no problem indicator light on the dash but I do get the beeping sound when I push the open/close button on the dash and when I push the sliding door button on the fob. The door will open manually but the door stays locked when in the closed position unless I ...30 posts · Joined 2005. #1 · Dec 22, 2008. Gentleman, I have a 2008 LX, without power slider doors. With winter here in NJ, in the last 2 weeks, the slider door on the drivers side will open, but not close and lock. Not fun driving down the road and seeing the door fly open, not fun for the kids ether.Bringing it to Honda right now but wonder ...If the driver’s door will not close, do the following procedures to fix the problem: Disable the power doors, and use the dashboard switch to turn them off. Extend the doors, but proceed with caution. Optional: Replace passenger-side fuse #13 after waiting 30 seconds. Re-engage the dashboard power door switches. ….

Oct 3, 2011 · Eli. 8 posts · Joined 2005. #3 · Nov 1, 2011. My wife just called me to report a similar problem with our 2-day old 2012 Odyssey Touring. When the passenger sliding door closes the front part of the door latches, but the rear does not. It protrudes out about an inch and the car chimes incessantly while in motion. 27 people found this helpful. Mark helpful. 250. Odyssey_Guy answered 8 years ago. 1/13/2016 pull the fuse out for 30 seconds, put it back in, the sliding door that didn't close, closes now. The fuse box is on the passenger side down by your feet & inside the fuse box you'll see the description of what each fuse does.Bolt - 2006 Honda Odyssey - EX - Ocean Mist Metallic - 110k miles - Bought brand new in August 2006, never any major repairs, possibly the most reliable Odyssey on the road ... Have been having …During warm weather the drivers side sliding door will open and close as it's supposed to. It honestly works perfectly, absolutely no complaints. As the season changed what I've noticed is that the door will not fully close if it's colder. So we may hop into the van in the morning and have to shut the sliding door button off because it won't ...The sliding side doors on our 2009 DO NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. THEY OPEN HALF WAY AND THEN START TO CLOSE. THEY CLOSE HALFWAY AND THEN OPEN BACK UP OR STOP AND BEEPNG NOISE STARTS. PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND THE DOORS WILL CLOSE AUTOMATICLY. I have tried cleaning and lubing the tracks, …1 post · Joined 2014. #1 · Feb 28, 2014. The driver's side sliding door is stuck closed. My wife noticed (door alarm) that the door was not closed all the way; it was open about 1/4 inch. The door would not open or close so she forced it closed by pushing in the rear part of the door. I pulled the #7 fuse however that did not help.2.1 – Look for the Toggle Switch. 2.2 – Push the Toggle Up. 3 How Can You Fix 2012 Honda Odyssey Doors Wont Close? 4 How Can You Reset the Door in Honda Odyssey by Cleaning the Sensors? 4.1 – Turn off the Honda. 4.2 – Open All the Doors. 4.3 – Clean Up Dirt and Grime. 4.4 – Check for Leftover Dirt. 4.5 – Start the Car. 4.6 – Test the Doors.26K views 6 replies 6 participants last post by bulcydo Jun 17, 2009. N. ntech Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Jun 12, 2009. I have a brand new 2009 Honda Odyssey. I am noticing that the sliding doors don't open all the way. They both seem to stop at about 80%. This happens when I am on flat surfaces.May 23, 2016 · 2006 Odyssey sliding door problems. I have read and watched loads on the doors but find myself a bit lost at this point. Both doors eventually stopped working and I replaced the middle bearings assembly on both doors, plus cleaned and lubed the bottom bearings assembly. It slides great now. It took a long while to figure out how to reset the ... Honda odyssey door not closing, 35K views 2 years ago. In this video we show how to fix an issue that is very commong with honda odysseys rear sliding doors not closing shut. Most common …, 2014 Odyssey Sliding Door Issue. One day, the passenger sliding door had some noise while it was closing: like gravel was stuck on the track. The button worked to close it, but it still didn't register that it was all the way closed. The next morning I cleaned out the tracks the best I could, and the noise was just worse and the door would beep ..., #1 · Jul 2, 2018. Wanted to share my experience with a dead battery and sliding doors not closing: On a vacation out of state, I parked my EX-L for 5 days. On the day of returning …, During warm weather the drivers side sliding door will open and close as it's supposed to. It honestly works perfectly, absolutely no complaints. As the season changed what I've noticed is that the door will not fully close if it's colder. So we may hop into the van in the morning and have to shut the sliding door button off because it won't ..., I'd actually referenced that thread earlier. The sliding door works fine when the fuel door is closed or the spring loaded sensor is pushed in, but the release pin will not actuate under any circumstance (sensor pushed in, door shut, etc.). Pulling on the release lever does not move the release pin, but pushing the pin in (retraction) moves the ..., Question type: Maintenance & Repair. I have a 2006 Honda Odyssey EX. The driver side sliding power door will not close since last night. Tried switching. to manual; still the door won't close. Showing "Slide Door" sign on the Instrument Panel. My driveway is on a slope. so the door closing mechanism has gone progressively worse., Having a pool in your backyard is a great way to enjoy the summer months, but it’s important to ensure that your pool is safe for everyone who uses it. One of the best ways to do t..., Sure, you can tear the door apart, remove the latch, bench test all the switches, clean and lube all the mechanical parts, make sure everything works as it should, put it back together and hope it works. 2008 Odyssey Touring-Silver. 2002 GMC Sierra SLT LB Z71-Red. 1998 Nissan 200SX SE-Blue. Share., 2018 Sliding Door Not Closing. Hello, I understand that this is a somewhat common problem with these, it’s happened twice to me now, last time being December last year. The sliding door will almost close, then stop and beep, then bounce back to being open. I know about the manual override switch but it still didn’t want to move when I tried ..., If your Odyssey’s sliding door won’t close, there are a few things you can try to fix the problem. First, check the door for any obstructions that may be preventing it from closing. Next, check the door’s track for any dirt or debris that could be causing the door to stick. If the track is clean and clear, then the problem may be with the ..., 2003 Power Sliding Door Problem. Hi all - I have a 2003 Honda Odyssey EX with 155,000 miles. Last fall my left side (driver's) door stopped working properly. When I use the dash switch of the fob, the motor starts to engage then stops and has a loud "click, click, click" followed by three beeps. However, if I use the interior or exterior handle ..., Mine has the foot sensor so I can open and close the back-facing door (whatever you call that door) by kicking under the rear bumper. So maybe my foot positioning triggers it (my assumption so far). Maybe Honda needs to add a sensor to prevent it closing when something protrudes into the car; it might be my body. Like., Dec 29, 2023 · During warm weather the drivers side sliding door will open and close as it's supposed to. It honestly works perfectly, absolutely no complaints. As the season changed what I've noticed is that the door will not fully close if it's colder. So we may hop into the van in the morning and have to shut the sliding door button off because it won't ... , If the beeping sound if while an any gear but Park then it is most likely one of the sliding doors. While you are hearing the beeping try turning off the power to the sliding doors with the slide switch on the dash just left of the steering wheel. If the beeper stops then one of the doors may not be closed tight., The internal microswitches often fail. Sometimes they can be cleaned to restore operation, but most often the part has to be replaced. Costs about $200. It is very common for this issue to also cause the battery to drain. 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L; 160,000 miles; VCM is Muzzled (original VCMuzzler) Cleveland, Ohio USA., That did not fix it completely instead of all the time not closing, the door would close about 25% of the time. I sent it back to the dealership and they said that it was a body repair issue. ... '06 Honda Odyssey EX-L R/N - Married w/ 2 kids (Going Strong) '04 Volvo S60 - Married w/ kid (Sold, check 2 above) '01 Porsche Carrera Cabriolet ..., Turn on power to side doors. Flip the dash switch from step #1 back to the "ON" position. 6. Use button to close the doors. Using one of the buttons on the dash or key fob, press the "Close" button. The door should slide closed and latched completely. Sometimes the internet does not lie., Sliding door won't latch shut. My passenger side door won’t close fully, it closes with both the button by the steering and from both inside and out handles. However, the door will close but open slightly right away. To the point where you can put your finger where it should latch and open the door. In addition, I have to push the door to get ..., Jul 5, 2023 · Locate the fuse box, usually located on the driver’s side of the dashboard or in the engine compartment. Find the fuse labeled “Power Sliding Door” or similar. Remove the fuse and wait for a few minutes. Reinsert the fuse and start the vehicle. Test the automatic doors to see if the issue has been resolved. , Nov 8, 2021 · 4 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Nov 8, 2021. 2019 Honda Odyssey Elite automatic sliding door won't close on the passenger side. Dealer says they can not seem to replicate it. What is the TSB or best way to fix it. Here is the video. Sorry but today was new phone and I didn't know all the buttons and video recording features of new OS. , 2002 Odyssey driver's side sliding door will no longer electronically open or close. It just stopped working a few days ago. The passenger side works fine. 1. It does not work with key fob, dash button, …, Mar 11, 2023 · If your Odyssey’s sliding door won’t close, there are a few things you can try to fix the problem. First, check the door for any obstructions that may be preventing it from closing. Next, check the door’s track for any dirt or debris that could be causing the door to stick. If the track is clean and clear, then the problem may be with the ... , Test the sliding doors for proper operation using a power sliding door switch, remote transmitter, and door handles. Honda Odyssey sliding door is not …, 124 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · Nov 6, 2017. This morning with the temperatures around 26 degrees, I noticed the passenger sliding doors were not responding to both the key fob and the interior sliding door opener buttons. It wasn't until when I manually opened the door or started the ignition engine when it started working again after a few ..., Question type: Maintenance & Repair. There is probably a few problems with my 06 Ody right sliding door, here are the symptoms: - It is completely unresponsive to the electronic opening or closing (both the remote and dash switch). It doesn't even try to open or close when the button is pushed. -It is really really hard to open and close ..., The Honda Odyssey door lock problem refers to a common issue where the doors of this minivan model do not open or close properly. This can happen with any of the doors, including the front driver and passenger doors, as well as the sliding side doors and rear liftgate. The problem can manifest in different ways, such as the door not opening or ..., Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0). Fully close the power sliding door manually (the control unit must see the full latch switch closed and the ratchet switch open at the same time). Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the main switch. Test the door operation with the power sliding door switch, the remote transmitter, and the ..., , Honda Odyssey Generation Forums. 1999 - 2004 Odyssey Sliding Door does not open (2000 Ody) ... it pops the latch open and the door opens fully. BTW, closing is no problem, I hear the latch activate the engage (i.e suck in the door). ... Turns out the problem was the remote control assembly on the drivers side sliding door. Not …, Manually open and close both sliding doors. 4.) Restore the power door fuses located under the front passenger leg area. 5.) Enable the power door switch on the left dashboard. 6.) Try opening the sliding doors. Suggestion #2. Remove fuse #13 (clock) for 30 seconds or more from the passenger side fusebox., Jan 17, 2018 · Normal battery drain actually depends. You have to let the vehicle sit for at least 30 minutes with everything off, doors closed, etc. Then check the draw. Most cars should be 50mA or less. If you check before waiting 30 minutes you may see draw from computers that are doing things after the engine is shut off. , My friends 2006 Honda Odyssey's doors weren't working properly. Sometimes they wouldn't close. Sometimes they wouldn't open all the way. The most common caus..., 2007 Honda Odyssey Sliding door alarm is NOT on Drivers side Alarm is on passenger side, as part of the sliding door actuator unit so it can not be disconnected without replacing the unit. i peeled back the rear trim as far as I could and removed one storage hook on rear post, just to gain enough access for my arm.