Central Locking not Working?

sln8458 · 23rd January 2022, 14:31

Having removed the instrument cluster, I have taken the opportunity to install a new 'T' aerial for my GSM heater controller, behind the internal rear view mirror.

Ran the cable down the near side of the windscreen behind the door seal and then behind the glovebox, across behind the centre console to where I have the GSM installed in the drivers side cup holder.

Refitted the wooden dash, removed to get the cluster out plus a few other bits of trim.
Re-connected the battery.
Tested a few bits, lights/indicators & started the car, but did not move it.

All ok I turned the engine off and got out and tried to lock the doors, nothing!! Checked the light on the key fob, that worked.

As I had had ALL of the doors open I manually locked each door and locked the drivers door with the key.

Question: with the instrument cluster removed should the central locking still work?

Steve

23rd January 2022, 14:31	#1
sln8458 Gets stuck in Rover 75 Contemporary SE 2.0 Diesel Auto 2005 Facelift Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 589 Thanks: 90 Thanked 67 Times in 47 Posts	Central Locking not Working? Having removed the instrument cluster, I have taken the opportunity to install a new 'T' aerial for my GSM heater controller, behind the internal rear view mirror. Ran the cable down the near side of the windscreen behind the door seal and then behind the glovebox, across behind the centre console to where I have the GSM installed in the drivers side cup holder. Refitted the wooden dash, removed to get the cluster out plus a few other bits of trim. Re-connected the battery. Tested a few bits, lights/indicators & started the car, but did not move it. All ok I turned the engine off and got out and tried to lock the doors, nothing!! Checked the light on the key fob, that worked. As I had had ALL of the doors open I manually locked each door and locked the drivers door with the key. Question: with the instrument cluster removed should the central locking still work? Steve __________________ Mods Fitted: Cruise Control; FBH with GSM (was FrenchMike's Remote) & dash button; Rear Blind; In-line Thermostat; wired in front & rear cameras; Mercedes DRL +DRL2; twin horns, twin usb power outlets, digital coolant temperature readout, Real Walnut dash, Walnut & black leather steering wheel, Walnut Handbrake grip, Towbar with full Rover harness. Rear seat cup holders. Wanted: Walnut auto gear stick handle Mods to do: all done , need to come up with some more.