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There is a pinging noise when turning and door ajar light is constantly on

Tiny
AMATEURMECHANIC10839
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When the wheel is turned while moving at low speeds there is an audible pinging noise. I was told it could be a CV joint. Also, the door ajar indicator light is constantly on. What can cause this?
Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 AT 2:47 PM

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Tiny
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Normally a cv joint will rumble. Have a pro listen to it as noises are hard to give a correct diagnosis. The door ajar may be to a broken wire or switch that will need to be checked.
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Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 AT 3:43 PM
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STEVEN JAMES
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Where are the switches for the door ajar indication?
My door ajar message will not go off the doors are closed.
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 AT 6:32 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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They are built into the door latches. You need a scan tool to read which one is reading open
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 AT 6:32 PM (Merged)
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MALKIN71
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Computer problem
2006 Chevy Malibu 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

the door ajar display and bells won't shut off. The rest of the system is thrown out of whack. Where is the problem?
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 AT 6:32 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check the door jamb to make sure everything is tight, then check the little button in the door jamb that goes in when the door closes, take it out and make sure the wires are connected properly and havent fallen off.
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 AT 6:32 PM (Merged)
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Suddenly, the door ajar message comes on and bells go off. All doors are closed. I clear the message and it comes back, especially when I brake or make a sharp turn.
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 AT 6:32 PM (Merged)
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Sounds like a door switch or the door itself is out of adjustment. You may need a scan tool to see what switch isnt working properly
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 AT 6:32 PM (Merged)

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