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How do you replace a car door lock actuator?

Posted on by Arif Clayton

How do you replace a car door lock actuator?

  1. Step 1: Position the vehicle.
  2. Step 2: Secure the vehicle.
  3. Step 3: Install a nine-volt battery saver.
  4. Step 4: Remove the door lock actuator bolts and the lock screws.
  5. Step 5: Disconnect the door lock actuator.
  6. Step 3: Take apart the motor.
  7. Step 2: Clean and reconnect the actuator.
  8. Step 4: Reattach the clips and cables.

What does it cost to replace an actuator?

The average cost for a HVAC blend door actuator replacement is between $295 and $353. Labor costs are estimated between $220 and $278 while parts are priced at $75.

How to replace the actuator on a Toyota Highlander?

In order to replace the actuator, follow these steps: First, order a replacement OEM part from a dealer like parts.olathetoyota.com. Next, remove the door panel by finding and unscrewing all the screws holding the panel on. After the screws are removed, carefully pull back on the door. You will hear plastic clips clicking as they release.

What makes a Toyota Highlander door lock go bad?

The actuator motor powers the entire door locking mechanism. Chances are if this is your problem, you have heard a buzzing sound recently. This sound indicates the motor is going bad. In order to replace the actuator, follow these steps: First, order a replacement OEM part from a dealer like parts.olathetoyota.com.

Where is the relay on a Toyota Highlander?

For the relay, it is located under the dash (in most Highlanders) and is an electronics board. In order to replace it, you will need to order a new relay and then solder the replacement back on. Don’t attempt this without some electronics repair background. If you have a single door causing you problems, it is likely a bad actuator motor.

Where is the fuse located on a Toyota Highlander?

Replace that fuse with a new one. For the relay, it is located under the dash (in most Highlanders) and is an electronics board. In order to replace it, you will need to order a new relay and then solder the replacement back on. Don’t attempt this without some electronics repair background.