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Power door lock actuator Ford

Door lock actuator doesn’t work on Ford The power door lock actuator in a Ford vehicle can fail. When it does, you must replace it; there’s no way to repair it. The actuator is designed to slide onto two rails built into the latch. The power door lock actuator slides onto the rails and snaps into potion to lock itself in place. To remove the power door lock actuator, place the window glass in the full up position so it won’t be in the way of the latch. Next, remove … Read More

GM Power Door Power Lock Actuator

GM power door lock actuator doesn’t work The GM power door lock actuator can fail, leaving you with an open door when you think its locked. The power door lock operates via a rod connected to the latch mechanism. To replace the power door lock actuator you must first remove the door trim panel. The procedure varies by year, make, and model. Once the trim panel is off and you’ve peeled back the vapor barrier, unsnap the lock rod retainer clips to disengage the rods. Then unscrew the power doo … Read More

Chrysler Power Door Lock Actuator

Fix Chrylser power door actuator A Chrysler power door lock actuator can fail, leaving you with an open door when you think its locked. The power door lock actuator is built into the door latch assembly and must be replaced as a complete unit. The retail price for a genuine Chrysler part is around $110. But you can buy an aftermarket version for less. To replace the power door lock actuator you must first remove the door trim panel. The procedure varies by year, make, and model. Once the trim … Read More


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