How To Change Door Lock Motor

Place wheel chocks around the tires.

How to change door lock motor.

1a auto shows you how to repair install fix change or replace a broken or snapped power door lock actuator. Preparing to replace the door lock actuator step 1. Part 2 of 6. On a vehicle with electric locks the process is a bit different.

This video is applicable to the 01 02 30 04. Unplug the harness from the mechanism and use a screwdriver to push out the clips holding the actuator to the mechanism. Now push the power door lock actuator back into the bracket. To install the new door lock actuator first clip the wiring harness on.

Press the unlock button on the remote key fob and the fob sends a signal to a receiver in the car. Carefully pull the range forward and unplug it. Push in on the clip near the bottom of the door using a screwdriver to release it. Pull the entire lock mechanism up and guide it out of the door.

While doing this you can pull up or push down on the door lock to get it into a better position. Remove the back panel. Push the actuator into place making sure that it and the harness are past the window channel. If necessary have someone assist you when moving.

Engage the parking brake to the lock the tires and keep. Disconnect the wires from the door lock. Install a nine volt battery saver.