WARNING: This is a destructive procedure. This will permanently fix the issue on a 2012 Ford Edge or similar model of the recurring, known “door ajar” issue… by breaking the switch responsible.
IMPORTANT: After doing this, when you open the door, you will not get a “door ajar” warning. To me, this was worth it. Too many dead batteries and a brand new battery inspired me to break the damn thing. I’ve heard of others getting this assembly replaced only to have the issue return. So I figured why not just break it real good until it cooperates?
If the radio doesn’t go off when you exit the vehicle, just open/close a different door. Otherwise, the radio will simply go off on its own after a couple minutes (nothing significant enough to kill your battery).
Also, I’m not too concerned about the alarm system. The factory alarm and/or aftermarket alarm probably won’t sound if someone opens the door without a key. So be warned.
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c and c electrical cleaner. spray the deathbout of it. go full retarded with the whole can. it fixed mines
It worked! Make sure the car is running. Thank you so much for this video
hey thanks for the tip, did it ever came back on?
Suggestion: before getting completely destructive on the car door sensor, try spraying a generous amount of contact cleaner and maybe even some degreaser up in that spot. I tried this and the door sensor started working again.
What models and model years does this common issue happen on? We're looking at buying a '13 Flex. Did Ford eventually correct/update? Thx
Everyone watching this video needs to file a formal complaint on http://www.carcomplaints.com. The NHTSA is investigating this issue… the more formal complaints we have on file, the better chance we have of getting Ford to fix their faulty product: http://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2016/ford-edge-door-ajar-light-investigated.shtml
Did this with almost a totally dead battery, the warning light which I thought was showing the door closed was masked by something along the lines that there was a charging issue being displayed over it. Well, anyway broke the switch to my amazement @%#$!!!! in the door open position.. duh! Make sure your car is running and don't be a me….LOL.
give that camera to someone else for god sake
so if I had to do both doors, what can I do about the radio issue?
hey so I tried the same process for the rear driver side door, and my door ajar light is still coming on. was there a different process you used for the rear door? just curious.
this didn't work for me :,(
I tried this with the light still on and it didn't go off. Now what?
did this fix the problem of your alarm going off?
nice idea to fix
I love fords but dad gum. If someone can't figure out their door is "A~J~A~R~" it may be time to leave the drugs alone. IMHO, I believe the more software and the newest tech introduced in our lives; the more stress. The very gimmick that's supposed to be advantageous to us is the very gimmick that's killing us with frustration and stress. I mean, jeeze oh pete – how long have they been putting "Y~O~U~R D~O~O~R I~S A~J~A~R in our vehicles and they still can't get it right. Nice video and appreciate the frustration levels in your demeanor. Take care, cheers.
Will the interior lights illuminate when you open the door, or does that too not work?
Thank You for this vid saved us 150 for the part. I do wish that this was a recall, a real pain in the ass. Plus not to mention the safety issue.
TG, do not break the white piece. Let it hang so the car thinks the door is still closed.
Once I get the door ajar light off do I also break the white piece off?