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Power locks are not working, all fuses and relays seem to be ok. they don't work with the power lock button in the door or the key fob. it is and 2005 grand Caravan

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2004-2005 CARAVANS HAD SOFTWARE ISSUE WITH THE BODY CONTROL MODULE THAT CAUSES THIS CONCERN..NEEDS A SOFTWARE UPDATE..CALL YOU LOCAL DEALER..TAKES ABOUT AN HOUR TO COMPLETE..AS FAR AS I KNOW THEY ARE THE ONLY ONES THAT CAN UPDATE SOFTWARE

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