2009-2014 FORD F-150 DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR LATCH REPLACEMENT HOW TO

[@benstayzee6355]

Great explanations. Better than 99 percent of the guys out there making these videos. Very clear and concise.

[@brandongenova7539]

I'll second what Ben said. Thank you for being thorough.

[@calisdad3]

Impressed you did this job one handed.

[@ShartyMcPoops]

2 years after it’s posted, still saving lives! Mine just started working intermittently so I’ll be buying an actuator and changing it when the warm weather gets here.

[@charleshaneyjr315]

Doing my drivers side door this weekend on my 2010 STX Supercab. I pray my passenger side doesn't fail in the next 2 days or my truck will be as useful as a glass hammer. Your straightforward video gives me some relief regarding the process. I picked up a Dorman 937-673 Front Left unit for $123+tax Lifetime Warranty. I didn't want to go the eBay/Amazon route for fear of premature failure. They had some cheapies, but on err of caution I was quick to avoid. Tremendous thanks for making the video and to the people that create these step by step guides.

[@mikepedeupe7217]

Thanks! I just replaced the lock on my 2014 F-150 driver side door using these instructions. The dealer wanted $350+ and I got it done for the $80 price of the part! I would not have had any idea how to do it without your video. The only difference was my door has another connection for the keyless keypad. It took me about 1.5 hours, but it could have been much faster if I didn't double and triple check everything. Keep up the great videos!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I’m glad I could help!

[@nike1rosa]

Do you have a part # or Where did you buy the part ? I need to do this on my truck too

[@marcjoanis6862]

Mike Pedeupe where did you get the replacement part?

[@HouseCallAutoRepair]

Working inside a door is very challenging! Little room and sharp edges! Nice step-by-step!

[@Cam4367]

Watched about 5 minutes and had all the info needed. Took a whole 30 minutes.THANKYOU

[@satomijuergens1246]

Thank you for this excellent video. Your tremendous detail allowed me to follow along step by step while I changed out the actuator on my 2009 Ford 150 XLT. My driver's side actuator had failed. The only thing that was different for me was that I had to disconnect a rod that connects the actuator to the key hole. Once I figured that out it was just a process of following your video. Saved me a couple hundred dollars by doing it myself. Thanks again.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Awesome!

[@johnmcnutt2745]

Great video for DIY novice mechanics. Easy to follow directions.

[@bkm6175]

Thanks for this video. I just replaced the module in my truck I followed each of your steps and went very well. The only thing I did differently was to remove the switch panel.

[@ThePets4ever]

Excellent video, just 1 question. 2012 f150, how do I get access to change a rear door actuator if the door can not be opened at all from inside or outside?

[@cyreltramel3312]

BRO, this is a solid video! And mad props for doing the whole thing with one hand. 👏

[@amateurhobbyist]

thanks for the video. going to check my passenger door to see if the actuator failed first. then, if needed, order that part. i just replaced the broken moonroof parts thanks to another video and that saved me about $2300 and replaced the hub actuators for the 4wd system from yet another video saving me another $800. this is just icing on the cake. much appreciated.

[@willbenner3]

Great video! I wish I had spent more time on the diagnosis. A broken wire can give similar symptoms to a failing actuator. Mine would work sometimes but not always. There are 4 wires on the actuator electrical connector. One should be positive all the time, one will not show power, and of the other two, one locks and the other unlocks so you would only see power on them for a moment after locking or unlocking. If you're not getting this, you probably have a bad switch or broken wire. My broken wire was about an inch from the connector in the door frame where there's a lot of stress as the door opens and closes. The boot was torn up as well. Just check things out really well before ordering the actuator.

[@adamkreuz9068]

Dude awesome details! I just found out the used F150 I bought has a bad actuator so this is super helpful

[@BlakeJurgensen]

Excellent! Appreciate the instructions! I will say getting the unit out if the door was much harder than expected, as well as getting the new one in, thanks to the limited space Ford gives us! However, I'm back in business now! Good stuff!

[@alanballard7466]

Just wanted say thank you so much for your video, you did a great job, thank you again.

[@Mr2004MCSS]

I just did this same repair on a 2008 Ford Focus. The door latch assembly looks identical to the Focus one. I had to go with an aftermarket one since I couldn't find a Ford one online. On the Focus, the latch assembly attaches to the door handle reinforcement which I had just replaced on this car about two weeks prior and so that rod that attaches to that pink clip that you opened comes out all together. I just pinched the retainer buttons on the other side of that pink clip so I didn't have to open that clip when replacing the latch assembly. Nice video.

[@paulbouchard5058]

Thanks for the demo. The rear door lock on my crew cab just quit working so your video is very timely. Explained great, hope the rear door lock assembly works the same way.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thanks for watching! I'm sure the back is very similar.

[@chandleranderson2131]

Just changed mine and it still will not lock or unlock. Thinking it’s a power issue but not sure

[@jeffreywilliams2296]

ADVANCED LEVEL AUTO I just changed the rear driver’s side door lock on my 2014 F150 Super Crew, and it keeps showing a warning message that the door is ajar. Is that because it’s an after-market actuator (Dorman), or is there some sort of system reset needed? Also great job on this video. One handed? You are incredible. I used 2 hands and a few curse words and still had issues Tetris-ing it out of the door cavity! I could have used another hand or two!

[@colinwright5381]

@@chandleranderson2131 find a fix? I changed out the part in the vid on my rear left and still not working

[@FixedByNick]

thank you very much for the video. Everything perfect for my Ford F-150 got it done in less than an hour. My wife thanks you as well so now she doesn't have to reach through the window to open the door lol. Only thing I would add to your video is if you close the pink clip when you're trying to remove the devices makes it a little bit easier

[@robstewart9607]

Great video. Made the job super easy. Thanks for taking the time to make a detailed video to help others.

[@petertrast]

Thanks!! The Border Patrol chopped off the rod for the door lock in the truck I bought from them (to keep the bad guys from unlocking the door), so I gotta replace it. Great video.

[@Loonysoup-1744]

Yes what a pro !! A + video ,Great people out there helping others out. Thank you..

[@brettsalvador7473]

Jason - what if more than one door doesn’t lock. Or some times they will and will not. Already changed door lock switch. Still having problems

[@Loonysoup-1744]

Hi brett , ya now my right rear side door is acting up, but now my driver door works fine. I havent had time to look into it, its driving me nutso....

[@richardlopez4426]

Fixed it, thanks to your video. Do you have any videos on the rear door? Mine will not open from the inside or outside and I can't get to the actuator...

[@Adrian-ht3gq]

Did you ever find a solution? Mines doing the same thing

[@MadDogATCZERO]

Good video, I used it to replace both the right side actuators about a year ago. Replaced the front drivers side today. It is a bit more difficult and since there is an extra rod to disconnect and reconnect. Also have to unplug the mirror adjustment wiring. Got it done though. Can't imagine how ever figuring it out with a video. Thanks!

[@bradwilmore5161]

Great vid, and you're a beast doing all that w one friggin hand!

[@LastFrontierGarage]

that’s what I was just thinking lol, so hard to film and work with one hand, great job man!

[@johncatalano898]

Thanks for your video. Just stopped me from taking out the window. |Greatly appreciated !

[@thomasrunyan7422]

Best DYI video I have ever viewed!!!

[@sweepswnr]

One great video with great step by step procedures!

[@SkyR3]

Eric, Outstanding Video. You did a great job with sharing all of the details and great close ups. Thank you for putting the video up.

[@abshireinterpreting8443]

Even doing that single handed, you made it look easy! now I understand why mechanics get the $$ - I will just take mine in instead of trying to remember that! Thanks for explaining though, because now I know what is wrong so I can tell them...

[@jimgarvey5452]

I have the exact problem on my wife's 2011 F 150. Now I know what is involved to do the job. Thanks.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I’m glad I could help!

[@realspitkenny5561]

Thanks. DIY the door today. This has helped!

[@jpnm81]

thank you so much, you demonstrating this repair very well!

[@balgonie66]

Wow, this guy is good! EXCELLENT instructor! Thank you V much!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thank you!

[@beckyross4938]

Thank you! Still helping people. 2014 Ford Raptor

[@Billsvideos1259]

Thanks for the video. Walked me through the replacement. Wasnt bad except getting the damn thing out and a new one back in. I did one on a Dodge Dakota that I had several years ago and it was the same way with removal/replacement room. Thanks again.

[@waynelu4639]

Good step by step instructions.

[@AurelienCarnoy]

Thank you kind Sir. Great videos. Great shots, we really see what you are talking about. Well explained. With one hand. Waw. That is high level mastery skils. ❤

[@tier1solutions28]

Mine just crapped out. Thanks for the video!

[@jennikeane641]

OMG! Thank you!!! So this fixes the initial problem we had! Any expert advice on why none of the locks will work with the fob or power locks on the door? I’m trying to figure this shit out before I send it to the damned dealership. Can’t afford that.

[@jerrybowden3464]

Great video. If you take the lower nut off of the window regulator and loosen the top bolt it will give you a little more room by pushing it in from the bottom to get the new door actuator in.

[@IdahoDroneMom]

Thank you for making a straight forward video. So many other fix it videos out there are full of junk and a bunch of word vomit 🤮

[@robtaylor551]

Thank you, My problem is the back door but pretty sure I learned enough from this

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thanks for watching!

[@robtaylor551]

@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO No , Thank you for showing :D

[@reteamer]

Great video...hopefully you got time for this question...all doors open as needed except ... Driver side , locks and unlocks with fob and door switches..still can't open from the outside. Have to do it manually from inside handle. What's the fix ? Thanks

[@colinwright5381]

Find a fix? I changed the part in the vid on my rear left and still won’t work

[@spydyrwyr]

Awesome video, great instruction. Made replacement on my 2009 FX4 a breeze! Thank you!

[@lukehannah7726]

Outstanding video! It made the job much easier

[@adambyblow]

What an amazingly well done video! If I could easily tip you I would! Awesome work!

[@Bikedueder]

Worked for me, and I also had that SOB door lock rod with the IMPOSSIBLE one way clip. You might want to add to make SURE the door handle rod isn't stuck behind the edge of the latch when you install the latch bolts. I had to completely unbolt it to let the latch drop enough to get the rod out in front where it belongs, and undo the IMPOSSIBLE one way door lock rod clip, AGAIN... Other than that standard tight spaces, no visibility, not enough light, etc etc....

[@Bikedueder]

Dammit... lol. Forgot the two tiny bolts at the bottom of the door panel... Gotta go put those in, so back out into the heat for me.

[@Bikedueder]

And done.....

[@Jnlonghurst]

This helped tremendously! Thank you!

[@FC-cz6zd]

Thanks, excellent video and all one handed, impressive!

[@mattord09]

Thanks for the video. This also worked on the driver’s door for my 2010 F150 XLT.

[@CoryGuagliardo]

Thank you! Of course I forgot to put the window guide back in so I had to take the door apart twice. Whole project for a first timer was about 30 minutes.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I'm glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

[@apakin31]

Great stuff, thanks. I couldn’t have done it without your video.

[@mhartman1094]

Good instructional video. Thanks!

[@brentwoodward4092]

Fantastic video showing all the steps. It was amazingly helpful. The sidebar actually also showed a video for the rear door, which is what I was replacing. Question - replacing the actuator did not solve the problem because the automatic door lock still does not work. Any suggestions?

[@colinwright5381]

Same issue! Did you get a fix?

[@colinwright5381]

Just put the new part in and doesn’t work

[@brentwoodward4092]

@@colinwright5381 Finally gave up after being proud of myself for being able to do it! So, I took it to my long-time trusted mechanic shop and they determined that the wiring harness going to that door had failed. They replaced it and it has worked ever since, as has my personally installed, new actuator! Of course, that means the one I took out was potentially still good and is now sitting on a shelf in the barn! Maybe I should try to sell it!

[@colinwright5381]

@@brentwoodward4092 yup! A shop threw a new harness in last week and fixed her up. $240 later she’s done. Fitting that new actuator in was sure fun tho

[@brentwoodward4092]

@@colinwright5381 Yes it was! 😵‍💫

[@j.m.hunter1590]

Great tutorial. Much appreciated

[@JRX6YT]

Do you have any suggestions on what to do when the door wont open at all? It wont open from either inside or out. thanks

[@ratchetthelastlombax3639]

you might have to remove seat and move it aside then work on getting door panel off but it will be real PIA in worst case you might will have to break door panel a little to get in into it sorry Ford sucks

[@JRX6YT]

@@ratchetthelastlombax3639 i got it done the same day I asked lol... i had to remove the two 6mm screws which were a pain because theyre blocked off. Then I removed the panel and I had to melt off the old door actuator with a soldering iron to get the damn door to open.

[@ratchetthelastlombax3639]

@@JRX6YT quite a ordeal lmao

[@vincentaguirre3959]

@@JRX6YT I’m having similar problems sometimes I cannot unlock and lock rear doors it’s doing this intermittently and I’m afraid to pull the rod manually with some needle nose pliers what are your thoughts on this?

[@JRX6YT]

@@vincentaguirre3959 i fixed mine but if the rod wont work then its the actuator itself. I had to remove the door panel with the door being completely closed then melt away the door lock actuator. Only then would the door open and I replaced the door lock actuator.

[@rhembree7002]

Great video. Thanks for the step-by-step tutorial. Do you recommend a place to get the part?

[@butopiatoo]

Now do a rear door. Great video!!!

[@craigschumann4367]

Awesome video view, was able to see every step. Thanks

[@davem145mxr]

Great job easy to follow 👍

[@fettered1]

Thank you for this great video. All the important information without stupid KZbin humor.

[@restorationvideos8266]

Thank you very much for making the video for us👍❤️

[@Lost1Byte]

Thanks.. this is exactly what I needed!!!

[@xXC0URAGE0US]

Great video! Clear instructions.

[@roxanneabbott8424]

Always learn from you, thank you Eric! Are window regulators even the same for 2003 Dodge Ram 1500??

[@713skyline]

This was perfect man 👌🏼 exact what I needed

[@mikedoingmikethings702]

Nice! Awesome no BS video! Thank you!!!

[@largenj]

superior explanation...thanks buddy

[@reemaabidallah]

I have 2009 F150. I replaced the old with a new door lock actuator and installed exactly as shown. Great video, Pretty simple. However the door still won't latch. The lock still won't go up or down. What else could be the problem? I think something between the door lock and actuator is the problem. All other doors work fine. Any ideas?

[@vincentaguirre3959]

Hello reema i’m curious on what was the problem, I have the same problem with my rear doors .they sometimes work and other times don’t on both rear

[@chadrice2414]

Same, still not working. Any one figure out the issue???

[@colinwright5381]

@@chadrice2414 Find a fix? I changed the part in the vid on my rear left and still won’t work

[@colinwright5381]

@@vincentaguirre3959 Find a fix? I changed the part in the vid on my rear left and still won’t work

[@JoePhillips1966]

Start with door in closed position, will not open from outside or inside, no access to latch bolts.

[@shineministires2009]

Great instruction will bee very helpful.

[@neilmac713]

VERY HELPFUL! Good stuff

[@vicgsxr750]

Great video, question, my 2014 f150 while driving constantly is unlocking by itself. Is this a module problem or actuator problem. How would i test which actuator is bad and causing the locks to continuously unlock itself while driving. Thanks

[@Ice2Ice1]

Awesome details and thanks. Saved me money!

[@MrMnchstr]

Thanks for this vid. This just happened to me today, opened the rear door and the alarm went off (WTF?) not sure how long it's been broken.

[@larrycassidy1702]

Good job. Thanks for the info

[@xrrtracks]

Thanks man this video was very, very helpful

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thanks for watching!

[@stevencampbell13]

Thank You Pretty simple. I got a question. My 2011back passenger door will not open or unlock what’s the best way to get it open?? I tried manually unlocking it still wouldn’t budge... thanks

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

If possible, try removing the door panel to access the inside of the door.

[@travlerv]

Great video! I'm about to change mine. The problem isn't the actuator not working, it works. It locks unlocks with the key remote or the switch. its the light stays on saying door is ajar. I can open the other doors, warning comes on, I can push the latch closed and the light goes out. Does it on all 3 doors except the left back one. Really questioning the thought of the wires being broken.

[@Treecaddie]

Great Video! Thanks for taking the time to make this....how you do that with one hand also?!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thank you for watching! It wasn't easy lol

[@scottycawley85]

Huge help ! Thanks

[@craigsmith5156]

Is that the same process for the rear? Thanks

[@RantzBizGroup]

Great video, now where's the damn door ajar switch that goes out after a rain storm?!!!

[@jamesacurtisjr]

Great video, but mine has a rod that is connect to the outside door handle. Where does that connect on yours?

[@jamesacurtisjr]

correction: the outside lock mechanism does not come on the new one

[@jonsvideos321]

Nice job. Thanks!!

[@adamhenderson7951]

Great video! Went smooth except the lock still isn't unlocking or locking when my door is shut? Weird, only when its open

[@X3bands]

Thanks for the video

[@deansheehy3587]

Thanks. Just as you described.

[@TheArcaneAlpha]

How would i open the door if I can't open the door from the inside or out? I have tried to pull up on the nub, but its doesn't budge.

[@claythe1]

Did you ever figure this out? I'm having the exact same issue, I can't get the door open to even get the actuator off and replaced.

[@ryantiffany1027]

I haven't tried, but I would assume you could still get the door panel off from the inside of the vehicle. It won't be easy, but then you might be able to open the actuator from there.

[@713skyline]

Great video 💯

[@jonahgonzales170]

Thanks for the video. But my dirver side door doesnt open from the outside would this still be the actuator that's not working? The locks works fine I just can't open the door from the outside.

[@michaelturner97311]

Mine went out today on the driver’s door I’m definitely changing mine myself

[@TomPlaneto]

Hey man, I’m having a problem with my door not locking when it’s cold out or even just a little cold out. I’ve fixed broken wires in the door jamb, would this be the next likely step? Thanks in advance.

[@davidpaul7241]

Hi, if the key fob will unlock the door (drivers side), but the key will not physically unlock it…does that sound like it is the same issue with the actuator?

[@bradybrooks1459]

Will replacing this part fix the door ajar problem? My f150 constantly says my rear passenger door it's open

[@jeffreywilliams2296]

I replaced the rear driver’s side door lock actuator on my 2014 F-150, and I have the same issue. It says “door ajar” and it shows a light on my dash. Any idea if that’s because it’s an after market door actuator and not Ford replacement, or is there a reset needed?

[@Jnlonghurst]

Before replacing this part I would check the wire assembly to ensure the wires aren’t damaged. Simply pull back the rubber sleeve and check them out. This is typically the issue with door ajar, however I had to replace both the wire assembly and the latch to fix the problem.

[@raulangulo6351]

Is it the same for manual door?

[@ronalddaisy9251]

Very good video thank you

[@kylefoulkes2322]

Hey great video. Replaced the actuator and still got nothing. Have you seen power (cabling) issues before with these?

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I haven't seen too many wiring problems with these. I would start by checking fuses first.

[@kylefoulkes2322]

ADVANCED LEVEL AUTO hey thanks. Checked it. Turned out wiring was severed from door jam. Had 3 severed wires all connecting to door actuator. Fixed wires, working door. Your video helped a lot!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I have seen that problem on quite a few dodge ram trucks and jeeps. The wiring inside the door jam will sever from years of opening and closing the doors.They can be difficult to spot because they are covered with a rubber boot.

[@travlerv]

@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO I'm about to change mine. The problem isn't the actuator not working, it works. It locks unlocks with the key remote or the switch. its the light stays on saying door is ajar. I can open the other doors, warning comes on, I can push the latch closed and the light goes out. Does it on all 3 doors except the left back one. Really questioning the thought of the wires being broken.