2005 Highlander Door Lock Actuator and/or $6 Motor Replacement

[@donaldlee6760]

8 years later and this helped me replace mine on my 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid (with $193k miles)! Thank you so much 😎👍🏼(from Oakland, California)

[@tongo117]

glad the video helped and sorry it was 18 minutes long.. that was before I learned basic editing skills.. and we still have the 05 Highlander 304k going strong..

[@mvc2177]

7 years later and this helped me replace mine on my 2006 Toyota Highlander hybrid!. Thank you so much 😎👍🏼

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..

[@thomasauto4862]

My experience: Once you open the clamshell piece, clean all of the contacts with alcohol/sandpaper including the motor contacts, then after snapping it back together I found that it just pops back open. I used 2 of the holes in the clamshell that were drilled half way through and drilled them all the way through and then ran a screw through it. No glue or tie wraps, Like new. This was great video and saved me$$$

[@jonathanyt37]

Thank you so much Dudley-Do-Right! I tried to replace the motor in my 2007 Highlander front passenger door before watching this video, I watched a video on how to replace the rear door assembly. I battled the metal bars for hours as I thought the bar with the yellow connector must have had a compression clamp keeping it in the door and could not get it loose! Your tip about removing the rubber grommet from the door and pushing it out with a screwdriver just made my day!! Motor replacement in less than 45min, and it works!!! Thank you again from your fellow Georgian!

[@gab3c]

You were the only one showing from inside the door how to remove the arm rods. You have saved my day, thank you!!

[@tongo117]

Gotta be honest.. I can't take credit for figuring out how to remove the rods.. I read it on a toyota nation repair forum.. But I did manage to film inside the door as you said.. It's blurry, but gets the point across.. Glad it helped..

[@michaelhahn8412]

Awesome video... used it to fix my 05 Highlander today. It was easy following the instruction. Bought the actuator at carparts for $30 including shipping. I didn't know so I bought a motor ($7 on Amazon) but the actuator came with a motor. Now, I have another set: I replaced my old actuator with my new extra motor and keeping it as spare. Thanks for the instruction vid.

[@MYglock4life]

Best Video i could find on replacing my door lock actuator, on my 2002 Toyota Rav4!!!!!! Your trick on getting the rod out with the yellow clip is Priceless!!!! Every other video they take the door handle and lock off. Changed it out in under 1 hour. Thank you for posting. (FYI, I had to reprogram remote to get it to work with aftermarket actuator.)

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Thanks for reply..

[@lexusfan100]

reprogram key? how come. did everyone had to reprogram ? is your key oem?

[@kevinsboxster2310]

Great video - I would not have attempted the job without it. Even with the instructions it took me several attempts to get it working. Many thanks for your effort. As others have noted, you saved me a substantial amount of money. I am having one minor problem. After completing the installation on the driver's side, my door will lock and unlock fine. However, if I close the door a couple of times, the lock eventually works it way closed. In other words, it locks itself automatically. This could be a problem if I (or more likely my wife since it is her car) gets out of the vehicle and closes the door with the key inside. I think I may have a problem with one of the rods or cables being slightly out of adjustment. I still need to install the lock on the passenger side, so I'm going to look closely at how everything is lined up and see if I can determine if anything is out of order on the driver's side. If anyone has had a similar issue, please let me know if you have any suggestions. Thanks

[@lsh3rd]

Thank you Dudley! I watch the video once and was able to complete the job in about 30 minutes with the part in hand. I wished I watched your video first - I might have tried just the motor, but instead the part from Amazon worked great.

[@johnzevenbergen2685]

Great video but you absolutely must re-glue the case back together in order to hold the gears tightly together when replacing just the motor. The motor assembly case may not snap together as tightly the second time. A zip tie doesn't cut it. Super glue for plastic is best. If not tight it will just make a buzzing noise as the gears slip. It really is a $5 fix. It took me three tries to figure this out Thanks for the great video..

[@paiabay2]

Amazing... you saved me over $300.00. Your instructions were clear and I was able to change just the motor I got off eBay! Now my driver door lock works better than all the other locks... I'm going to buy extra motors!

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Thanks for reply..

[@chenzhang6284]

Thanks a lot. Just finished my repair last night. I replaced the actuator I bought from Amazon for $18.

[@RCCM27]

hanks for the video! It saved me tons of money $$$$ I own a 2000 Tundra Limited Edition and followed along as much as it applied to what I was doing and improvised what I found that was not the same as your video. One thing I found that I did not see in any video was the removal of the metal guide for the rubber window seal (one nut on the face of the door and a bolt on the bottom side of the door) really opened up the space needed to get the locking mechanism out. I did not get all the way to the electric motor, (I bought a relacement door lock actuator (from Amazon)) and replaced the whole thing start to finish in about 1 hour and 15 minutes. a mechanic told me that my passenger side will probably break down soon, but I will have figured out (using the actuator that I just removed) how to it take apart and hopefully buy the $6 dollar motor. I really appreciate the time that you (and other) videographers took to help us Again, Much Mahalo (Thanks) for the help Aloha from Hawaii Roy Roo27

[@tongo117]

You are welcome - If we all stick tother there's nothing we can't do... or fix...

[@skinaut3783]

Thanks a lot, this video helped me with disassembly. I found the motor on Ebay for $6.50 . Its so easy took about an hour to do. The dealer wants $500-600 to do this job. Just freaking ridiculous. If you want to replace just the motor search E-bay for (Mabuchi Nichibo Flat Shaft Standard Length Motor FC-280PC-22125 ) there are several shaft sizes and styles so make sure you order the right one. My 05 highlander was the FLAT standard or "short shaft" 10mm. Something that might help after putting the door latch Assembly back. The window track that was moved out of the way has a metal case that can slide up and down on the rubber part. There is a foot on it at the top that has to slide into a shoe that's hard to see. For it to go high enough to get the bolt back in at the bottom. You just have to line it up where it should be and wiggle/push it up. Awesome savings of 593.50 for about an hour of your time. Thanks for taking the time to share!

[@davidstake6857]

Thank you very much. I used you video to walk me through the replacement but afterwards it would only unlock partially. I had to finish pushing inside lock with my finger. So I removed entire unit again and sprayed all the moving mechanisms with silocone lubricant and now it works perfectly. That's possibly what caused the 1st motor to give up. Thanks again for your time. May God bless you.

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..

[@TimGormley]

Thank you so much! This was very helpful in my successful replacement of the actuator motor (~$6 on ebay) on my '05 Highlander. The part about how to disconnect the rods from the actuator to the lock mechanism was especially helpful.

[@carlos31820]

Thank you for posting this excellent video. The instructions are identical for the 2007 Toyota Highlander. I was able to fix our door lock with no issues.

[@frederickjturk4193]

Hello....Just finished getting my 2005 Highlander power lock going again. The 2000-2005 Rav 4 replacement does work perfect for the Highlander. Tnx again...would have been lost without your video!! Really appreciate it.

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Added a link above to guide others to your $15 actuator find..

[@cindym2512]

Awesome! Thanks for the help. Your video guided me through something I couldn't have done without your assistance. As I got into the door, I discovered that the window track runs in front of the actuator, so had to be careful when I installed the new part to make sure in fit back in behind the window track. Your instructions, including cautionary comments about being careful at certain points, were spot on. Thanks!

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..

[@randyklein1323]

This is one of the most clear and instructive vids I've ever used. Worked like a charm. Thank you and your lovely Sate of Georgia!

[@altab5614]

Thank you for the great video. I just finished replacing the front passenger door lock actuator on my wife's 2007 Toyota Highlander.

[@hongtkwan]

Hi, I am wondering what part number is the front passenger side actuator. Can you help me with that?

[@chrisc9010]

This is one of the best videos I have ever seen. Thank you

[@johnpowell7341]

Excellent video Dudley. Appreciate it. Have not had to do the lock actuator on my 180k 2004 highlander yet but have done the window regulators. I expect I will have to revisit this again some day when my fails too! Nice to see other Highlander videos out there. Again great video - thanks

[@conwellboccia1004]

Thanks for posting this video. I watched it several times before & during replacement of the actuator. BTW, if you get any of that black, gooey stuff on your hands, clothes or upholstery, paintthinner (mineral spirits) will take it right off.

[@Chrisbaggz]

Thanks for posting! Just finished the job and saved me a whole lot of money in labor!

[@mrpop4ever98]

greatest video on this procedure i have seen so far and i have my actuator on order and will give it a shot thanks

[@tongo117]

i cringe when i look at older videos that i've posted.. not that i'm a pro now but i have learned to edit out the dead space.. could have cut this run time in half.. good luck with your repair and thanks for reply..

[@joetousignant9130]

I'm leery of replacing the Actuator again, after the one I bought for $15 failed in 6 months. Read all the comments on the part you are buying, the ones on eBay and Amazon that go for $14-$30 all have reviews indicated they failed in less than a year. I saved the original actuator and will replace the motor. What grinds my gears is that the OEM Aisin part has a freaking chinese motor in it. no wonder it failed. But very good tips in these comments as far as screwing the clamshell back with two new screws and using superglue. There is no doubt that if it comes apart, the contacts will not engage and you will be doing the job again. I'm just disappointed in the short longevity of the aftermarket parts, but at least I know how to do the job quickly.

[@hypnoticevents]

Of course, complainers are FAR more likely to post than someone who has no complaint. But, if there are a ton of reviews, that is certainly a cause for concern.

[@francisarnoult9908]

Thanks for the video. Without it I would have spent hours trying to figure out how to access the door lock actuator. It also helped a lot to know what part to have pre-ordered and have on hand once the old one was removed. Great job!

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Thanks for reply..

[@cyberlaze]

Changing my 2006 Highlander power door actuator made easy after I watching this. Toyota Service Center they quote me $800. I saved a lot of money, I only bought motor actuator from ebay for just $6 :-)

[@handydaddy4232]

Thank you! I fixed the power door lock on my 2006 Toyota Highlander after watching your video.

[@ziaurrahman6587]

+Handy Daddy thanks, did you buy FLAT standard or "short shaft" 10mm for 2006 Toyota Highlander ?

[@handydaddy4232]

+ZIAUR RAHMAN Flat and short. Same with our 2004 Rav4 and 2002 Camry.

[@jotu173]

Thanks for the video! I have successfully completed the $6 repair on a Toyota Avalon. To help anyone else, the 2001 Toyo Avalon (and probably all 2000-04 models) uses a round shaft like the one in this video and has a 10 MM shaft. Search ebay for "FC-280PC-22125 (ROUND SHAFT)" the motor that works for Avalon models measure roughly Shaft (ROUND) 2mm diameter x 10mm length / Canister: 24.2mm Diameter (18.3mm on flat sides) x 30.5mm long Overall Length: 45.0mm (Tip to Tail)

[@kevinheinemann]

Thank you for the great instructional video. I was stuck getting the rods out of the plastic clips. Your video helped me figure that out. I used the Rav4 part too and it works great!

[@edwinguzman8828]

Thank you so very much, just changed my actuator and door lock works perfectly. That yellow door pull assembly gave me a scare when disassembling but luckily I was able to get everything done without any other complications. Your link to the Amazon equal product was right on point. Hoping it lasts for a good length of time!

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Six years since I posted this and mine is still working fine.. Glad to hear that the link is still good after all these years..

[@nineyniney]

Thank you 1000x for this video. I was able to fix my window on my own without calling my dad. Thank you!

[@costasliadakis7577]

Thanks a lot buddy ,it's better for me to have a clear view about it ...so thank you from Greece.

[@wishizuk]

Thank you very much for your helpful video! I had hard time popping out the rod, so I ended up removing a door handle (only two screws) so that I could remove the assembly without popping out the rod, but I got it done! Again, thanks!

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..

[@Dhau001]

I used the 2005 Rav 4 latch actuator from amazon. Part number is 69120-42080. Hardest part was getting the rod off the yellow plastic. Your advice on remove the rubber gasket and using a screwdriver worked for me. Had to pull the handle so I can align the screwdriver with the rod, I can see why you couldn't film it. I used wd40 and let it soak for about 10 minutes. Took some work but it eventually popped out. Lock working great now. One side effect of using the rav4 actuator is that the door lock using the key doesn't work as it should. Using the key to lock use to lock all the doors, now it just lock only the driver door which i repaired. The driver door does lock and unlock and in fact, if I double unlock with the key, all the doors unlock. But key locking use to lock everything and shuts all the lights off, now it just lock the driver door and lights stay on. Using the remote key fob to lock and unlock works as it should. Anybody else have this issue?

[@tradertom4843]

Dhau 001 you have to replace actuators in every door

[@dylsky100]

Wait im confused on your long run on sentence. Does this make the locks messed up after?

[@howardxlee]

Mr. Dudley, thanks very much for the detailed and very helpful video. I just completed the repair, but after a couple of actuations, it stopped working. I did tape the clamshell back holding motor, but suspect it rattled loose. The clamshell does not fit as tightly as original and which took me a bit to loosen up. I have not confirmed yet (my back is still a little sore from the work!), would you agree this is the likely issue (as opposed to a burnt out motor, which I did not hear any grinding). Thanks again!

[@tongo117]

It could be that the clamshell motor housing came apart.. That would be a best case scenario, obvious problem, easy repair by closing the housing more securely.. If the housing is still closed with tape you could have a problem with the mechanical portion of the lock assembly. The portion above the motor housing with the gears/rods.. I remember reading a repair forum post from someone who was having the issue of correctly installed new motors only lasting a few days then burning out.. He then replaced the entire assembly (new motor housing and gear/rods) which solved the issue..

[@howardxlee]

+Dudley-Do-Right Thank you Mr. Dudley for your prompt and helpful reply. I will repost in near future with the next finding. Regards.

[@howardxlee]

Hello again Mr. Dudley. Just a followup here - problem did in fact turn out to be a loosened up clamshell. I hand-tightened again, then applied super-glue, and then finally also used black duct tape. All working well now. That clamshell housing isn't really designed to be opened and re-closed (without help) it seems. Thanks again for your very useful service to us amateurs. Is this basically a hobby for you? Regards, Howard Lee.

[@unidyn2]

There are 2 places where you can drill and tap for a 6-40 flat head screw and a 4-40 flat head screw, so you can securely screw the clam shell together. If you want more information about how to do this send me an email from our www.ThumBee.net website.

[@christians976]

Great Video! Just finished my drivers side door and will order part for passenger side. When he says be careful not to break the yellow clip listen. I didn't and had to run to the parts store.

[@christians976]

Finished passenger side front door this morning. For those looking for the part number for the front passenger side, I used part # DLA193, actuator for the RAV4. It cost about $84 on eBay which was the least expensive I could find. Fixed both front door actuators for about $107. Good Luck.

[@johnhalchishick7094]

Sounds like you were lucky I went to two auto parts stores looking for that yellow clip. Their selection of fasteners wasn't good at all . I had to jimmy rig it with a nylon screw fastener turned around backwards. I'm ordering some replacement pieces but most are 5mil and that rod is bigger than the other ones that are 5mil and the hole it goes into is larger as well.

[@patrickzadd5215]

your video is the best that I have viewed…… thank you!

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..

[@WhatWouldRudyEat]

Thanks. Saved me a couple Hundred bucks!

[@johnmackay7880]

Thanks for the helpful video! I see that you substituted a RAV4 actuator for the faulty one on your 2005 Highlander, but I'm wondering if anyone knows whether the RAV4 actuator can still be substituted on more recent model Highlanders (I have a 2012 Highlander)?

[@cyoung4290]

Thanks for the info, my 04 Sequoia passenger door only mover half way with the power lock... the door doesn’t lock unless I physically push the inside lever... guess I’ll try the motor first.

[@IMDonkster]

Very helpful and nicely recorded. Thank you.

[@jruiz0305]

getting the actuator into the top hole is key just like you said, thanks

[@NormanSmithDorian]

Great detailed instruction. Thanks!

[@KenInnesIV]

Thanks for the video, it really helped me to replace our driver's side door actuator which had stopped working reliably. However, ever since then the door lock occasionally goes crazy, rapidly clicking like 5-10 times in a row. Doesn't always happen, but when it does it's usually when the door is just closed or we just hit a button on the remote. Any idea what could be causing this?

[@tongo117]

Ken Innes IV Well, I don't know. Mine has worked fine since the repair shown in the video.. Maybe your problem is with the main portion of the actuator assembly?? The part with the gears/rods above the actuator motor housing that I replaced in the video.. Or, the wiring harness at the base of the actuator may not be pushed in all the way causing intermittent contact?? Only guesses, sorry I can't be more help..

[@Song0326]

Thank you very much for uploading this helpful video. I have a question. I'm really struggling to detach the iron liner from the yellow plastice... OTL Could you please explain more or uploade how to do it. I will really appreciate if you let me know. I need the info ASAP. Thanks!!!

[@tongo117]

송혜인 The segment running from roughly 7:05 thru 9:05 shows you what to do to free the actuator rod from the yellow clip.. I placed the end of a flat headed screwdriver against the rounded end of the rod and bumped the end (handle) of the screwdriver with the palm of my hand.. That force freed the rod from the yellow bracket.. Good Luck..

[@Song0326]

Thanks for the quick response! I will try that tomorrow. Wish me a luck!

[@KenCarTechMeow]

This certainly made my day easier. Thanks!

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Thanks for reply..

[@mikewassmuth8932]

Thanks Dudley for the great video. Do you have the part number for just the motor? I think I will start with it first. Thanks.

[@tongo117]

+Mike Wassmuth This web address will take you to the motor that I used, $6.50 and free shipping ; www.ebay.com/itm/10mm-Flat-Shaft-FC-280PC-22125-Door-Lock-Motor-Repair-Actuator-Toyota-Lexus-D-/111593275419?hash=item19fb7a401b:g:gJYAAOxyRuJTlyGo&vxp=mtr

[@abdulrazak-kl2pw]

nice video n thk u for sharing..could you share what was your door synthom that made u conclude the fault was with the motor.

[@tongo117]

+abdul razak In general, as I learn more about car repairs, electrical components (motor in this case) seem to fail more often than mechanical ones (lock assembly controlled by motor).. However, it was just an educated guess.. If replacing the actuator/motor had not worked I would have then likely replaced the lock assembly..

[@stephenwgreen78]

great video. thanks for making these

[@ThanhNguyen-uc5vn]

great video.

[@javerosales7339]

Very helpful video! Keep it up.

[@ironhead3011]

I have a 2008 Toyota Rav 4 with 3 failing door actuator's. I am replacing the tailgate one today. Can you tell me the part number and where you purchased the part that you replaced in this video? I am only able to find the actuator with the lock assembly attached. Thank you.

[@tongo117]

ironhead3011 I bought the actuator off Amazon.. Look in my description above and copy/paste the actuator info into an amazon site search.. Or, copy/paste this web address into your browser, it should lead you to the actuator I used.. www.amazon.com/Partsam-Driver-Actuator-2000-2006-Toyota/dp/B00OLQ519O

[@jonclem5809]

Great video! I'm trying to do the exact same thing, but with the Driver's side rear door on my 2004 Highlander. I also can't find just the actuator anywhere (just $300 full assemblies). Do you know if the rear Rav4 actuators are interchangeable with the Highlander or just the front? I can find Highlander front actuators, but I don't know why rear aren't available.

[@tongo117]

I would think so but that's just a guess.. I don't know from experience..

[@johnjude2685]

Thanks love this also great teacher about the door handle rods very clear Great help Thanks for showing Sir

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Thanks for reply..

[@ricardoalvarez160]

Ayy you showed me... thanks for your vid

[@johnhalchishick7094]

Be careful with the yellow rod if you break it off the actuator you will have to get a new actuator. Mine broke off on my camery and the replacement parts is $300 +. I'm going to try putting a manual lock actuator on $35 in place of the power door lock one.

[@weezyjefferson]

Hi. Was on Amazon looking for an actuator. Seems like I can find one for the Front Driver side yet I need one for the Front Passenger side. Is there a difference between the driver and passenger side actuator?

[@marleytosh]

Thanks for the video. I had my actuator open and added power. THe motor spun for both lock and unlock. When I snapped the case back together and pressed unlock/lock but the arms on the top of the actuator didn't move. I can feel the motor inside doing something but the arms on the top that connect to the lock don't move. Is that normal or should the be moving?

[@tongo117]

It should move.. Go to the 3;33 mark in this video to see that happen: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpCrhn6vacdma80

[@weedow4351]

Great video!!! Thanks a bunch.

[@tongo117]

Glad to help.. Thanks for reply..

[@aliciamonjaraz3505]

Hello, i loved your video, trying to buy the door lock actuator for my 2005 highlander, i clicked on the link that u left here but its not showing it on ebay anymore :( u replaced yours with a rav4 actuator? Nice.

[@tongo117]

here's a better link.. if you check the reviews on this page someone used this actuator to repair the driver's door on a 2005 highlander: www.amazon.com/Dade-6912042080-746-603-Driver-Actuator/dp/B06XSHMNML/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

[@arieltorres6486]

I have the same model/year. Couple days ago i went to lock it with the keyfob and there was a loud beep from the hood and then after that the keyfob is unresponsive. Also the key itself won't work either and i have to now unlock from the passenger side. Could i have a faulty actuator too?

[@stuntoholics2110]

Hell yeah good video. Good explanation

[@ned711]

The actuator is out of stock and vendor Amazon say it's uncertain when it will have more. Does anyone have another source? Thanks. Ned

[@xanderbtv]

Is there any way to access the broken lock if the door is locked closed?

[@rikcel1643]

Thank you for your video!

[@tongo117]

you are welcome.. thanks for reply..

[@crashbandicoot7416]

Dudley, when you had problems with the automatic door lock could you use the key? I have the auto issue plus the key won't work either.

[@tongo117]

+Scott Sheppard I could lock/unlock with key.. Only had an issue when using auto key fob..

[@crashbandicoot7416]

+Dudley-Do-Right That's weird my key won't work either. I can stick it in but I can't turn it either direction.

[@tongo117]

+Scott Sheppard You may need the entire lock assembly.. Not just the portion I replaced in the video.. Specific to what year highlander you have and which door you are having issues with.. www.amazon.com/AISIN-DLT-037-Door-Lock-Actuator/dp/B0171KS5CQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1461882966&vehicle=2005-76-1009-20--9-6--7533--1-1--144-4-0&sr=1-3&ymm=2005%3Atoyota%3Ahighlander

[@crashbandicoot7416]

+Dudley-Do-Right I appreciate the help.

[@billfleming1409]

Those star shaped drivers are actually Torx bits

[@frederickjturk4193]

Hello...great video !! I noticed you said this was a 2007 rav4 actuator...Is that diff then a 2005 RAV4 actuator. I have a 2005 highlander and found a 2005 rav 4 actuator but not sure since you said you used a 2007...if you can clarify would really help. Thanks again for the great instructions!!

[@tongo117]

I checked my Amazon purchase records and unfortunately the actuator I purchased in Jan 2015 is no longer available.. However, this link will take you to a similar (identical?) actuator that apparently fit a 2006 Highlander driver's door (see first customer review).. www.amazon.com/Dorman-746-603-Toyota-Rav4-Actuator/dp/B0049EC4IY/ref=au_as_r?_encoding=UTF8&Make=Toyota%7C76&Model=Highlander%7C1009&Year=2005%7C2005&ie=UTF8&n=15684181&s=automotive&vehicleId=4&vehicleType=automotive

[@frederickjturk4193]

awesome!! thnx!! here is the one I found...must be a real cheapy www.ebay.com/itm/for-2000-thru-2005-Toyota-Rav4-Power-Door-Lock-Actuator-Motor-Driver-Side-Front/142184520147?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

[@frederickjturk4193]

Thanks!!!...here is the one I found on Ebay... super cheap but maybe junk www.ebay.com/itm/for-2000-thru-2005-Toyota-Rav4-Power-Door-Lock-Actuator-Motor-Driver-Side-Front/142184520147?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

[@tongo117]

Also, first generation Highlanders ran from 2000-2007 so the actuator that the link above takes you to (that fit a 2006) should fit your 2005 as well..

[@frederickjturk4193]

Does a 2005 Rav 4 Actuator work on the 2005 Highlander I guess is what Im asking....I am assuming it would but wanted to see if you knew for sure? Thanks again

[@adambaird8284]

great video. is there a left and right actuators or are they all the same? thanks in advance.

[@tongo117]

mirror image but not the same.. can't use right on left etc.. this link shows right/left side by side: adservice.google.com/ddm/clk/298822165;125889440;t;u=ds&sv1=53379192173&sv2=3198188731133585&sv3=5441831629788471681&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhb36BRCfARIsAKcXh6E4gjrNw454aLAst45IaEEvIfn8cvqOVffIjhtEHHCTv5Ls0Z_3R30aAj__EALw_wcB;%3Fwww.carparts.com/details/Toyota/Highlander/Replacement/Door_Lock_Actuator/2005/SET-RT31530007.html?TID=gglpla&origin=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhb36BRCfARIsAKcXh6E4gjrNw454aLAst45IaEEvIfn8cvqOVffIjhtEHHCTv5Ls0Z_3R30aAj__EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@adambaird8284]

@@tongo117 thank you. gonna do the replacement tomorrow.

[@karlo8023]

Thank you boss. This will make the repairs much easier. I'm going to go ahead and order that actuator now.

[@estebanrivera5504]

Thank you

[@francodeOz]

Would the same actuator work for both left and right?

[@tongo117]

No.. Can't swap from side to side.. When you search you need to specify which door.. Driver's side front/rear.. Passenger side front/rear..

[@AngelesEspinosa-zh6nt]

TMW too much work. I'd rather hire someone for that but it's still interesting. Good luck. Don't loose any screws or anything else that was removed. 😮

[@hypnoticevents]

@@AngelesEspinosa-zh6nt $20 part vs a $400 mechanic bill. Easy choice. I'll do it myself.

[@Gmoney00718]

Hey! When I try to use my key fob for my 2002 Highlander to unlock my car it doesn't work. I have replaced the battery and still doesn't work. Do you think it's an electrical problem with my power door locks?

[@tongo117]

If you put you key in the driver's side lock and turn it twice to the right do all your doors unlock including tailgate? If they do unlock then I would suspect there's a problem with your fob.. If none of them unlock other than the driver's door then you may have an electrical issue.. I'm sure there's a fuse related to door lock operation.. Maybe it's blown?? Just a guess..

[@johnharding1706]

After you try PBMan's suggestion, then double tap the unlock button on your keyfob. Do the other doors unlock? If so, then it is probably the same item on this video that needs replacing. Otherwise, try reprogramming your keyfob with your car. I have had to reprogram the keyfob on my 2005 highlander twice before for some unknown reason. It's easy to find instructions on how to do this, but not easy to do. Lots of turning the ignition on and off and door opening and closing. This might be your problem if everything else seems to be working fine.

[@dsterob]

@@tongo117 Oh My "turn it twice" i've owned my highlander for over a decade and never knew that. Ordered a replacement actuator and will refer to the video when i attempt to install. very good video thanks

[@Shadowman...]

Damn, this has more steps than doing a timing belt replacement.

[@hypnoticevents]

Timing belt job is a PIA when you can put the car on a lift.

[@evanpark6339]

"Installation is a reversal of taking it all apart."

[@lacepage]

It says "links to motor at top of comment section below" but Im not seeing the link, can you specify pls? Thanks.

[@tongo117]

www.ebay.com/itm/10mm-Flat-Shaft-FC-280PC-22125-Door-Lock-Motor-Repair-Actuator-Toyota-Lexus-D-/111593275419?epid=0&hash=item19fb7a401b:g:gJYAAOxyRuJTlyGo&vxp=mtr

[@cyoung4290]

A maybe I missed it, but what was the original problem / symptom ?

[@tongo117]

Original problem was that auto locks on both front doors were not working properly.. Driver's door lock had completely died while passenger side front auto lock worked intermittently.. Both could still be opened manually w/key.. Initially I replaced only the motors in both front locks and that was good for awhile.. Then driver's side died again and I replaced the actuator assembly as shown in video.. Passenger side front is still good after 3 years with only the $6 motor having been replaced..

[@daleshaner4735]

What about the passenger side door is it the same for both?

[@tongo117]

process for removal/install is the same for both sides.. if you're replacing motor only it's the same for both sides.. actuator assembly (like I replace in this vid) is NOT the same.. identical size and shape but like a mirror image.. arms that connect to the lock mechanism are on the opposite side..

[@daleshaner4735]

PeanutButterMan do you have a part number for the passenger side

[@tongo117]

If you web search 6911042120 lots of options will display for passenger side actuator.. They're all gonna say fits Rav4 but should work on a 1st generation Highlander also (2000-2007).. See Frederick Turk's comments down below.. He recently used a Rav4 actuator to fix his 05 Highlander just like i did in the vid.. If you want to compare pics to see the diff between driver/passenger actuators, driver's side is 6912042080.. Good Luck..

[@EvendimataE]

i bought a $15 unit from ebay.....for some reason the travel of the lock unlock lever was lessen....if i unlock it using the remote, it will lock by itself as soon as i close the door......but if i unlock it manually the lever will move back a bit further and it will stay unlocked when i close the door....i might just transfer the electric motor to the original unit

[@tongo117]

if all that was wrong with the original actuator was the motor then yes I would think that plan would work.. good luck..

[@EvendimataE]

@@tongo117 finally swapped the motor.....now everything works perfect

[@gabrielruiz3530]

Any help!i have a 2005 highlander that don't lock the driver door and everything seems to be working great I did everything in the video"change the whole piece" everything went smooth but once i finish i locked my car and the driver door stills open! I thought this was going to fix my problem 😔 Any help I will appreciate it, i can't use my car because the driver door won't close, not even manually.

[@kenkoy6723]

My front passenger door lock don't work during summer and works in the winter and the funniest part was it's been two years since 'twas acting weird. I just don't get it. hehehe

[@Ayeeeee479]

Your window is not tinted cuz

[@tongo117]

still have this highlander and yes window(s) are tinted.. in fact tint on this driver's window is peeling a little from a dog scratching it..

[@alqimran]

Very helpful video. Thank you!

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..

[@davemacneil234]

AWESOME video very precise,perfect Thank You

[@tongo117]

Cool.. 9.5 years later still getting views.. Glad to have helped..

[@mr.tarzan184]

Very helpful video. Thank you!

[@tongo117]

You are welcome.. Thanks for reply..