How To Replace Door Latch Cable 92-96 Ford F150/250/350

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[@dancingwithczars]

Thanks for this helpful video. Getting everything apart wasn't too bad. I got the old cable off and the new one was pretty easy to put on. But the entire neighborhood probably heard me cursing the whole time I was putting the locking mechanism back in ... LOL! Finally got everything reinstalled and buttoned up. Took me about 3 hrs. to complete including a few breaks to re-watch parts of the video. I hope this new cable last a while because it's a bit of a job just to replace such a simple item.

[@svweather]

Fixed my 1994 Ford F-150 driver side door latch cable in 20 minutes with part from A1 Auto Parts. Thank you for this great video and quality parts!

[@1AAuto]

+svweather Thank you for your feedback! We are happy we could help.

[@Mateo_91]

Just got this finished up on my ‘92, but with electrical. Surprisingly I was able to change out the cable with the mechanism still inside the door. I did loosen everything as shown, to be able to maneuver as needed. A very helpful video as always, for us with the older vehicles.

[@1AAuto]

+Matthew Amador Thanks for the feedback and for watching!

[@monsterbutters9074]

The bolts holding my latch inside the door were stripped. I had to do all this without removing it. WHAT a PAIN. But thanks to the visuals you provided on the door latch and how the cable connects, I was still able to do it. Thank you!

[@craigstevens7196]

Thank you so much. I have a 1994 F350 XL. It did not need a new cable, just disassembled cleaned and lubed everything. Could not have done without your help. When I need parts, I'm going to look you guys up!

[@1AAuto]

+Craig Stevens Thanks for watching! We're glad to know our video was able to assist in fixing your vehicle! 1aauto.com

[@julieroark2409]

I'm hoping I'm as lucky

[@paintnamer6403]

That's why I'm here. Passenger door will not open on my friends '92 f-150 and the outside door button feels limp.

[@alect88]

Great video! I replaced my driver door handle cable using this video and it made the job MUCH easier! I especially appreciated the tip about grouping the rods together when putting the latch assembly back into the door. Another helpful hint is that if you have power door locks, make sure the actuating assembly (at the bottom of the door) is seated properly in the bracket, I zip-tied mine in place for extra stability. Thanks 1A Auto!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Glad we could be of help. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@keithdavis00]

Funny thing: I got the parts from you guys, and your's was the first hit for a video on how to install them. Cheers!

[@1AAuto]

+Kei Davis Thank you for your feedback! We are happy we could help.

[@padrigrussell9899]

Excellent tutorial. Mostly concerning the rod positioning, I had to freeze-frame to get an idea of placement and hookup, but all worked out well, Thanks a bunch!

[@aaronjohn6586]

Thank you so much for the patiently explained and detailed video. I was able to replace my door cable in 45 minutes from start with a few "how does that go in moments" in between. I was a little confused about the door latch clip but after a couple of views on your video sorted it out. But handle works like new interms of opening the door, so saved a ton of money because of your video!

[@1AAuto]

+Aaron John Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@slidertoo2556]

Absolutely terrific. No details left out and I managed it pretty easily despite little mechanical experience.

[@1AAuto]

+Mark K We are happy to hear that and thank you for checking us out!

[@billsanborn3215]

This is a great video, tried to do mine last night but unsuccessful. Will do it again tonight with better knowledge of the whole process. Thank you.

[@1AAuto]

+Bill Sanborn Thank you! We are happy we could help.

[@garypatton9720]

Hi, your video was a great help. My 1996 F150 was slightly different though.. The end of the lock rod on your video was pointing to the outside of the door as it was connected to the door lock. Mine has to connect with the end pointing to the inside of the door in order to work. I connected like in the video and the door barely worked then stopped working all together. Neither door handle worked and the key would not unlock the door. I had to pull a few tricks to get the inside door panel off to access the lock and unlock the door.

[@1AAuto]

+Gary Patton Thanks for sharing! Sometimes there might be slight differences in each model though they are relatively the same

[@1AAuto]

You should be able to re-attach them exactly as they came off when you're replacing the cable.

[@1TanGilli]

Thanks Mike! Great instructional videos. And great website and service, too! My door cables got here yesterday... Really looking forward to being able to open the passenger door from inside the truck again. Changing both 'cause the driver's side it acting like it's tired, too. Cheers

[@Snakebyte70]

I was talking about the plastic box u snapped over the latch assembly after u put the cable on

[@jesseherman2453]

In less time than it took to watch this video I successfully removed my broken cable and replaced it by only removing the 11 mm bolt and left everything else in the door, quick as a flash done ! Just to let you know what's possible

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them; www.1aauto.com/ford-door-handle-latch-cable/i/1admx00062?KZbin&Ss

[@anthonyhettinger9702]

That was my plan, I can nearly get it without removing anything by curve the end of the new cable a tad

[@jlewis2268]

Thank you for posting this video, it was very helpful!

[@MrLuigiFercotti]

Now I know why I hadn't done this before. But after snapping off three handles, it's time. Finally finished. Getting the door rods off is PITA, but getting the lock assy back in correctly was a real bitch. Maybe the door on my 95 F150 is slightly different, but there is not much room to get it positioned correctly behind the window guide. Also, my handle bracket is pretty wobbly because the sheet metal is starting to tear (probably from being yanked on so hard). So I drilled through the base and put a second #10 sheetmetal screw. First pilot drill through bracket and sheemetal a 3/32" bit, then 3/16" clearance through the bracket only. Go slow, or you go right through the sheetmetal.

[@jeffkulp5772]

Very helpful video...Would have been lost without it. Thank you!!

[@1AAuto]

+Jeff Kulp Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@backpages1]

Thanks for the video, cable has been ordered, hopefully that's the only problem!

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+Paul W Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@trevoryoung1244]

Thanks for the help I gotta replace the whole assembly my door won't shut the wore out hinge pins finally broke it lol

[@MrFitzfn]

What do you recommend to lube the latch moving parts

[@dallastucker4981]

What is the electrical disconnections I have to make

[@Junior-ii9cz]

Looking for video on how to open rear door on 1996 Ford F250 Crew Cab to repair door latch. Please Help!

[@mkvz777]

except the ford engineering for the brass plate and the plastic handle. While your in there spray lube everything. The brass piece the cable goes into by door handle, fastens to the door frame in a very goofy weak way. Throw a couple of sheet metal drive screws in there.

[@LikeASimpleLife]

In watching this video might be nice if you used a inspection camera to see what is going on inside the door,,

[@1AAuto]

+Jeremiah Ulch Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

[@trinitadeaton6800]

What is the actual part name for the yellow clip at the top of the rod that controls the outside handle? When I was attempting to put mine back together the yellow clip came off and fell down into the door, I’m trying to find a part number on the diagram but I don’t see it. Thanks

[@1AAuto]

@Gabby Neal You may want to remove the door panel to see if a rod that attaches to the interior door handle has broken off. We carry new replacement door handles for many different types of vehicles on our website, 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@mschrar]

another detailed video to help make short work of this repair...Thx!

[@1AAuto]

+mschrar Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@trinitadeaton6800]

What is the actual part name for the yellow clip that attaches the rod up at the top of the door.

[@karencraig2343]

Thanks to your video, I have the door latch almost out. When you reach inside at 3:50, I get lost. I can't figure out what I'm supposed to push on/squeeze to get it to let go. Can you refer me to a diagram that might help? Thanks ...

[@1AAuto]

+Karen Craig Thank you for watching. We recommend searching through Google, or an automotive forum to obtain this diagram as we do not currently have one available. 1aauto.com

[@tkfcon37]

Hello 1A__ Really great vid Mike!!...Just a quick question __on the window brace, did you have the window up or down when repairing the cable mine an is electric motor checking to see if its safe to have the window up or down when replacing? Really great vid!!

[@Really658]

Up.

[@AaronM216]

Thanks for this. Very helpful. How do I know if it's the cable or the rod that needs to be replaced?

[@1AAuto]

+Aaron M. Thanks for checking us out, but unfortunately we are not able to diagnose your issue over the internet. If you are unsure which part needs to be replaced we recommend you have a trusted garage take a look at your vehicle. 1aauto.com

[@Purpiii]

thanks, my cable broke right in two, and my power window on the same door had gone out just a couple weeks prior. I was so tired of having to get out the passenger door everytime

[@1AAuto]

+Luna Skiles Thanks for watching. We carry the cable shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them goo.gl/K1KK8p

[@reeceborkowski7986]

I’m having that same problem right now! 😂😂😂

[@vetteluvnh]

Awesome! You guys are the best.

[@ejdiii333]

exactly as my 1992 f-150, except where is the spring on your truck? I have a 3 inch long spring that hooks somewhere around the cable connection at the bent end cable side. Where does this spring attach to? I did not remove the the whole assembly as you did, it was easier to just remove the cable.

[@amymacpherson7342]

Will a 1992 cable work for a 1991 door? Everything looks the same and I can't seem to find one that says it is for a 1991 F-150.

[@jasonm9796]

Thank you sir...very very helpful!

[@jessedover6175]

Thanks for the details. I can't stand an idiot who starts the video after he finished the project, then says, "look what I did..., it was pretty easy..., now you go do it 🤓". Thanks for your help.

[@1AAuto]

+Jesse Dover Thank you!

[@chiefhihowareya]

If only i had watched the video first before digging in! Thanks for the great video! Going out to truck now to do it the right way!

[@nnotme2003]

great vid. if only it would go that smooth for me. lol. the latch assemble screw's are rounded out. any advice? if I drill the heads off can i buy new one's at the local parts place? oh..dropped a rod down into the bottom of the door maybe to never be seen again..as I can't spot it anywhere.

[@1AAuto]

You may be able to get new screws from the dealer or even your local hardware store. They shouldn't be anything special. We carry the cables on our website with free shipping. Here's a link to them if you need them www.1aauto.com/1A/DoorHandleInterior/Ford/BroncoFullSize/1ADMX00062?VideoReply&VideoReply&ATony

[@nnotme2003]

1A Auto Parts Thanks for the info. yes i have the latch cable.. but dropped the rod down to the bottom of the door..it has to be in the door just don't see it anywhere. Is there a diagram of the assembly that show's where the rods go? thanks again.

[@nnotme2003]

nnotme2003 it's a 1996 F250 manual locks.

[@1AAuto]

nnotme2003 There are exploded views but i unfortunately do not have one.You may be able to pull one up in Google. You could also contact a dealership as they have diagrams. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@jmg2966]

I have a 1990 Bronco EB w/ power locks and windows. I can open the door from the inside. However, opening from the outside I have to insert the key into the lock and turn as I open the door for it to open. Would that by a lock cylinder problem? or door latch???? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@jenniferbauman3359]

I'm trying to repair the rear passenger-side door latch cable of a Ford E250 van. I removed the inner door cover and the license plate holder, but the mechanism is still out of reach and held in place by a rivet on the edge of the door, so I can't figure out a way to remove it.

[@jeremyvai8326]

what are those little button type clip things that attach the plastic to the metal? Ive broken a few...

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. They are just little clips that hold the cable. Unfortunately they are made out of plastic and tend to get brittle. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@dancingwithczars]

You can get a small bag of the plastic clips at the auto parts store for a couple dollars. You can replace the broken ones by just pushing them out of the slot holding them to the door panel and push new clips back in.

[@christophernault6672]

CAN YOU TAG ME IN OR MAKE ONE FOR A 2017 F150 I was replacing my door speakers and the plastic part broke so I need to replace the whole cable I ordered it from Amazon I need your help thanks

[@HexPhantasma]

Would this be a possible reason why my door doesnt lock? Lock turns, button depresses, by all appearances it looks and feels locked, but then opening the door from the outside unlocks it with no resistance.

[@1AAuto]

+Hex Phantasma This could be the reason its not able to lock but we do not have a way of being able to diagnose the issue you are experiencing.

[@anibalsolipa6204]

do you sell only the cable for a ford f150 2005? the rear right bottom one....

[@1AAuto]

+Anibal Solipa Thanks for watching! At the moment it does not appear we carry just the bottom cable. We are always rotating our stock so check back often and we may have the part you're looking for! 1aauto.com

[@anibalsolipa6204]

thanks@@1AAuto

[@rafaelab1300]

thanks it just happened to my 95 ford and didn't know how to do it, i was tired to open the door from outside

[@Snakebyte70]

Where do u get the water shield part???

[@ruelhinds1561]

I have an 92 f150. I have to pull door handle way back to open door. I think cable may be stretched. Is there a way it can be adjusted or do I just have to replace the whole cable?

[@1AAuto]

If there's a cable that does go to it, it may need to be replaced. We carry new ones on our website. Here's a link to them with free shipping in the lower 48 states. www.1aauto.com/1A/DoorHandleInterior/Ford/BroncoFullSize/1ADMX00062?VIdeoReply&KZbin&ATony

[@ilickcarpet]

1AAuto, first of all, love your videos! I would like to know how/ where I can purchase that bottom door panel strip [great view of it appears @01:48 in your video here] that houses a handy [magazine/ book] pouch? I would really like to get one of those for my truck since it'd come in real handy! Looking forward to hearing back, thanks!

[@1AAuto]

+ilickcarpet Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoy our videos! We do not actually carry that part, you may have to source that from a salvage yard or search online for it. 1aauto.com

[@mrhots1]

thanks for the video, i just place my order ,thanks again

[@1AAuto]

+Roman Martinez Thank you. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@1gigi]

Hi I have a 96 f-150 short bed Eddie Bauer edition wth power windows.. same method or different approach? Thanks

[@jamezh2822]

ignacio caceres little late but yeah, exactly the same process.

[@JONSEREDdotWS]

if the cable breaks, is it possible to close the door? this door does not latch shut

[@ronbrown8559]

What exactly goes wrong with the original cable to begin with?

[@dallasbauschka6425]

What if my cable is good and is attached but would there be something wrong with my rod? My outside handle works but the inside handle does not why might that be?

[@Jarlzdotorg]

Dallas Bauschka mine too; I got whole new mechanism (96 bronco); not installed yet

[@joegolden8176]

Any thoughts on how I can get my door open so I can make this repair? Both handles are broken/disabled due to this problem......I guess. Thanks.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching Joe! Even though the door is shut you should be able to get the panel off. Or at the very least you can get the top of the panel up and pulled back enough to reach the cable for the latch with some needle nose pliers. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@noontimewhale]

I have a 1990 f250 do you have the cable for the 1990? left side

[@1AAuto]

HI Thomas we currently do not carry a cable for that particular year,make and model. Thanks for asking. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@timdurham8989]

Thank you!!!

[@stevenb1998]

does anyone sell the door handle control? the part the inside door handle screws to. or do you have to buy the whole latch?

[@Jarlzdotorg]

stevenb1998 I got the whole mechanism for $127; probably some parts serviceable; but i’m not sure which part failed; yet. I have money but haven’t installed, yet. I might take to mechanic.(96 bronco xl, 351)

[@dt1productions918]

You guys rock , hahaha. Thank you

[@gabbyneal3047]

My 96 drivers side won't open from the inside but will from the outside any thoughts?

[@Brian-de7cn]

cable is broken

[@Snakebyte70]

i cant find this water shield anywhere and ive broken 4 cables in a year so far....every time it gets cold out...i cant open my door from the inside and the cable ends up breaking so im guessing theres water getting in the cable

[@1AAuto]

The water shield helps to prevent water from getting on the door panel. The window sweeps help to prevent water from getting down inside of the door. If yours needs to be replaced, you may be able to get a new one from the dealer. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@TaskForce812]

Doing this with the power door locks is significantly more difficult

[@ronaldjackson7641]

why is it when you ask one question you get an answer to fit the others I asked for a door latch removal and installation that's very simple don't you think the door latch only the door latch assembly removal

[@1AAuto]

+Ronald Jackson We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@Snakebyte70]

At 8:34 in the vid I mean

[@Reaglesracing44_]

what a pain in the ass. mine on my 96 f250 with power locks and windows are a pain to remove the cable. i made it as far to remove old cable and door panel then gave up .

[@jonathoncoker1468]

thanks dude

[@1AAuto]

+Jonathon Coke Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the replacement part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/DoorHandleInterior/Ford/BroncoFullSize/1ADMX00062?KZbin&CTA+Comment&Ss

[@ronaldjackson7641]

What about the door latch don't you know

[@bishdavid99]

i need to replace latch not cable

[@1AAuto]

+bishdavid99 We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@bulbousbungleton8691]

So there are no electrical connections but there is an extra rod connected to where the electrical wire goes. Would have been nice to know before I broke mine. Garbage video

[@gabbyhubbs]

Terrible camera man