How To Change Door Lock Motor

Unplug the harness from the mechanism and use a screwdriver to push out the clips holding the actuator to the mechanism.

How to change door lock motor. Remove the screws that secure the back panel to the range as you remove the last couple of. 1a auto shows you how to repair install fix change or replace a broken or snapped power door lock actuator. Push the actuator into place making sure that it and the harness are past the window channel. This video is applicable to the 01 02 30 04.

If necessary have someone assist you when moving. Now push the power door lock actuator back into the bracket. This powers a small electric motor which spins a series of gears that moves the locking rod. Preparing to replace the door lock actuator step 1.

Part 2 of 6. Place wheel chocks around the tires. Pull the entire lock mechanism up and guide it out of the door. Press the unlock button on the remote key fob and the fob sends a signal to a receiver in the car.

Push in on the clip near the bottom of the door using a screwdriver to release it. On a vehicle with electric locks the process is a bit different. To install the new door lock actuator first clip the wiring harness on. Engage the parking brake to the lock the tires and keep.

While doing this you can pull up or push down on the door lock to get it into a better position. Disconnect the wires from the door lock. Carefully pull the range forward and unplug it.