BMW Door Lock Actuators Replacement | E90, E91, E92, E93, E82, E60, Z4, Z3 And More! How To Replace

How to Replace Bmw Door Lock Actuators In this video i will change the door lock actuators in a BMW 3 series And The door lock actuators is very similar to a 1 series. This video will cover other bmw door lock actuators not covered in the title. If your bmw wont lock then this is the video for you Help my BMW wont lock.
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[@peterodriguez2508]

This is one of the best do-it-yourself videos I've seen very well explained, excellent camera work no fast talking, leaving out important steps you did a great job bro!!

[@pkimberling]

Great instructions that gave me confidence to replace my rear passenger actuator. Door lock would not unlock from key fob or master lock switch on interior control panel. Bought replacement part from Parts Geek for $150 and saved $500 from getting the dealer to fix. Keep up the good vids.

[@vinguida9698]

Thanks a bunch! You saved me when replacing the latch on my 2015 M4. The 4:30 point of the video showed how to get the latch free from the cable. I bought a used latch on eBay and it already had the cable attached to the latch so I thought the cable needed to be connected somewhere at the end opposite the latch & that would have been near impossible. On the M4 the window bracket does not have to be removed or loosened to remove the latch. Still breathing heavy like I won the lottery.

[@DameAndThatGame]

Thank you, went through about 5 vids, this one cleared up teh last little bits, cheers

[@TineBeo]

THE BEST VIDEO on KZbin of replacing the BMW door actuator. Well done Buddy!

[@dejyonholt6148]

I was literally about to comment this lol. Thanks bro!

[@audioallstar]

You are amazing!!! I changed both driver and passenger actuators in less than two hours. I watched another video for directions with the key lock. The other video was helpful with that. But you saved me a ton of money. Thank you!

[@carlolombardo8849]

Can you please provide the link to the other video for directions with the key lock? Thanks!

[@audioallstar]

@@carlolombardo8849 I don’t recall. Search through KZbin for that specific issue with E90. It was a fairly simple fix.

[@danjames2494]

Thanks for the great video! Works a treat, swapped a broken actuator with a scrapyard part for £15 in less than 20 minutes.. main dealer had the audacity to ask for £180 plus labour! Love YT tutorials me!

[@garrettgiuffre7298]

So does that mean all the BMWs that you flip that have broken driver side door lock actuators can't be unlocked with the door key

[@Dylan-jo1cv]

Literally just bought one same issue

[@pierombon]

Great , clear step by step video!!!! Thanks so much, this helped so much with my E90 and I fixed the driver door actuator.

[@bd8512]

Many thanks from the UK 🇬🇧 👍! Probably the best tutorial video I have watched on KZbin. Very clear and easy to understand. Thank you very much!

[@integrito3323]

Nice video! Admire all of those who commented and said that your video gave them the confidence to do the job! I am having issues with the central locking on a 2004 Z4 I just acquired! And have to tell you, video or no, I won't be touching that! You're a star .I am not! Just have to fork out the cash to get it seen to! All the best mate! Thanks for taking the time to record, post and educate us through your video! Liked and subscribed!

[@joethepro2976]

Thanks so much, this helped so much with my E90. Finally fixed my door.

[@charliej7907]

Thanks, best video I’ve found for this DIY

[@siggleghits1282]

With the key lock insert it into the door lock side first. You can rotate the actuator while it’s in there to set it in place and it’ll slide right up into position. Hopefully this helps someone in the future. Thank you for the in depth guide!

[@juandeleon4654]

Thank you so much! You saved me a lot of time and money; instructions are very clear.

[@ivancruz700]

Thanks for the video Ima do it but I have 3 door actuators that went bad at the same time......u made it look easy ho ppl e I can do it......thanks again man

[@davemc162]

Exceptionally well done!

[@christophersmith579]

Thanks for the video, Great detail for sure. Really well done!

[@BuddysDIY]

Thank you!! Appreciate that!

[@fvhitman4hire]

Replaced my driver side door lock accuator using your detailed instructions. Thank you!

[@BuddysDIY]

No problem at all! Stay tuned for more great videos on bmws and more!

[@emmafitz5380]

I'm in the process of doing that myself with the use of Buddy's very detailed video, just one question, how do I get the old actuator out of the door from that metal arrow thing that is the only thing connected still... I can't quite grasp what Buddy means there 🙈😅 Amy help would be greatly appreciated 🙏🏻 TIA

[@Drabsy66]

Thanks, my window guide rail wouldn't move until I dropped the window a bit from the drivers side switch, I guess it took the tension off the bolts

[@stevel2101]

Yeah, the video was well done. I think the flexibility of that regulator brace may be determined by the particular regulator. There was no way that mine was going to give enough, even with a pry bar, to get the actuator out without breaking. I ended up having to detach the window from the regulator and then it would give enough to let the actuator out. I saw another video where the guy took the entire regulator out, but that's not necessary.

[@BuddysDIY]

My way was the easiest way for sure. There is alot of flex on that brace. I was scared to do it at first but after changing a few of them I have faith in the flexibility of that brace! Glad you got it done!

[@AustinTillison]

thank you for the tip about the manual lock :)

[@kevinandrewlipscomb919]

For those having trouble getting the latch-actuator assembly past the regulator track: Turn the latch-actuator assembly 90 degrees -- counter-clockwise if working on the left door, clockwise for the right. Slide the assembly down (as low as you can get it) and towards the hinge side of the door. This is where the track is the most flexible. Push the track away from you and slide the latch-actuator assembly towards the hinge side of the door even more. At least on my 2006 Bangle-ized E90, this maneuver got it right out. And definitely see the comments and videos about the little plastic access plug and the bolt behind it (4mm Allen head) to remove and reassemble the mechanical lock cylinder and the rod that connects it to the latch-actuator assembly.

[@lightningcyber559]

Great advice thank you

[@saumitrasharma9823]

Thank you for the video. I installed the actuator on the driver side by following your tutorial. After putting everything together, things work with the key fob. But the central dash button to lock all doors does not work now. I wonder what would have gone wrong

[@oldarizonadronergaryhaupt5138]

Good Video, I have a question I have a Z4 2006 the passenger side door the actuator is bad, but my problem is the door is locked, can the door panel on top be removed enough to get to the actuator to unlock the door. Just thought I ask. Thanks

[@barryphelan9831]

Hey Buddy, great clear guide. Do you know if drivers side actuator from left hand drive 2008 3 series works on a front passenger of a right hand drive? Looks from your guide like it might, that the key hole can just be switched, but part is otherwise generic?

[@BuddysDIY]

I really can't remember but if I do remember correctly they are different man

[@B2KJFF]

For the door lock barrel step the one you skipped, is that only relevant to the driver side where you can put a key in?

[@vevensundraj9621]

Well done Sir.. Truly appreciate it.. Video is simply excellent..

[@kanikolagudas8443]

thank you for this video i already ordered two door lock actuators driver side and rear passenger side cant wait to make a diy myself,😊 btw do i have to disconnect the battery while doing the work or its just fine to leave it connected? i hope to get answer thank you so much!

[@clarisseanne3062]

this is a life saver to save money 👌🙌🏻

[@Silverfox_67]

Thanks a lot yo. I live in Australia where labor is sky high, your video helped me save at least $500

[@haterauch4149]

Das ist die beste Anleitung die ich je gesehen habe 🙂 sehr verständlich erklärt Super👍 Hilft mir schön weiter.

[@zzmusiclist9780]

For the door lock rod, as you position the actuator, get the rod positioned at the receiving point of the actuator before finally positioning and bolting down the actuator. It's easier than it looks, got it on the first try.

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

Nice job 👍🏼 thanks

[@DIYH001]

Hi I did this and everything worked out great, but a day later it went back to it doing that noise and not opening again, the actuator is brand new, any idea of what the issue is ?

[@andymullin7200]

Great video! My 1series passenger door has failed and I can't get it open to get at the side T30s. Any suggestions? I'm guessing there's a way to manually operate the lock once I have the door lining off but can't work it out. Thanks

[@dazzamcgrazza3043]

Awesome.. helped a lot ..

[@jorgeserrano7411]

Excellent Job

[@billt1863]

Why didn’t you hook back up the wire harness to the actuator, where does that harness go to because I broke it off when I twisted off the harness?

[@albrrt430]

Thanks buddy, worth a sub😊

[@davebeat]

My rear left door rod is bassically doingthis weird rapid thing when I click unlock. Do you think the actuator is the cause or is it possible something has just shifted or come loose?

[@The_TURK.]

Thank you so much Buddy

[@ProSaiyanYer]

Hey thanks for the guide was helpful, for your information for the future to fit the metal link between the actuator and the key lock you remove the handle. Loosen the one screw on the inside of the door, pull the lock cover off leaving the led in place and the lock and bar come out. Fit any replacement lock bar afterwards like that. :)

[@jonasschuetz7663]

I wish I saw this before cause I broke the thing

[@I4Corridorparanormal]

Do yo need to disconnect the window from the guide, or will it move still attached?

[@davidsandoval8398]

Does this affect the window from going up all the way ?

[@bhogsdoodnauth139]

Hi buddy .Have a 2014 bmw 328ix door panelling is totally different from your video on actuator replacement .Don’t know how to start. Need help.

[@tgou007]

Is it better to do with the window up or down? thanks for the video!

[@bhogsdoodnauth139]

Very good video for e90to e93 door actuator replacement. The only thing Idid not see on reassembly is just before removal removal of actuator u disconnected upper n lower pins and u did not show reconnection on reassembly .WHY?.also I am interested in buying socket kit n torx bit set. How can I

[@rahlowone4830]

Great vid. So you don’t have to take the door handles off or crack the window 4 to 5 inches?

[@matthewedwardfield]

Done it without removing handle.

[@jiivee9272]

Ever replaced door lock actuator e61 with S323 Soft-Close-Automatic doors ?

[@AV-mk1kz]

Sir is the manual way to unlock affected Too if the actuators has failed - I can’t use my key to unlock all the time - ocassionally it will unlock - any idea or thoughts ???

[@SurajSharma-gc6du]

I got a 2007 bmw 323i e90, my car door locks fine but does not unlock from outside or with the key, i can open the door from inside, i have checked the chlid look it was fine, do i need to change door lock?

[@EricShaw-kb9fz]

Any chance you can make a video for the E 63/E 64 650i drivers side?

[@alx6584]

Good morning, following a centralization problem on my front left bmw f20 door, I changed the electronic lock. centralization works again but manual opening/closing (with the key) no longer works. Do you know where it could come from? THANKS

[@omchhetri5541]

Thanks so much. I have a question for you. ca i move rear left door lock actuator to the front on driver’s door? mine is 320D e90 2006 mod. 🙏

[@BuddysDIY]

No brother unfortunately. The driver is specialty made to be able to take a key blade

[@omchhetri5541]

@@BuddysDIY Thank you for the response. i appreciate it. i recently took out the left front actuator for repair. i tried to mout back the actuator in place but i am having problem with getting door key lock cylinder screw in. tried all i could but still stuck there. i also got problem with actuator completely no connection with central lock with key fob. all other three doors actuators response. i could at least lock manually with key but that doesn’t work either. in addition problem with getting screw key lock cylinder in place as mentioned above. what am i doing wrong here? sorry for long thread. hope to listen some insights. Thanks

[@BuddysDIY]

@@omchhetri5541 oh brother good luck getting the cylinder core In there haha. And have you checked for fuses on the door that is not working? Sometimes an entire door will not work due to a fuse.

[@SpofnutSpoon]

Hi i just replaced my drivers side front door actuator it came with a cut of wiring harness for the electrics that go into the actuator..do i need to clip the wires and install the one provided as when i lock it it doesn't open again aam i doing something wrong ? Thanks..UK subscriber

[@Lilmonkmonk]

Thank you so much, this helped enormously but I cannot for the life of saint Peter get the actuator out, that sucker will just not budge past the window Guide bar!!!

[@marcelo12realmadrid66]

Nice video i changed in my bmw and its okay

[@ZomboidMX]

its the same thing in all doors?

[@fontexstudios]

6:12 how did you disconnect that piece from the door lock actuator while inside the door in order to take the actuator out?

[@zzmusiclist9780]

This doeant work on e93 and i suspect e92. They window guide you unbolt and slide over is pretty much fixed. Any idea on how to get the regulator out?

[@zayaanzayaan9684]

I have a 2008 3series coupe , my door lock passenger side has died completely , no noises at all when pressing alarm buttons , it just won’t work ? When I lock car manually from inside passenger side and get out the car I press button it all locks up but when I press button to open only drivers door lock opens , passenger door stays down locked ??

[@DaveInBridport]

Hey! Those sackits look mighty fine!

[@niaditmas]

did the key lock work to open the door?

[@uwillneverfindmelol3764]

How about for an e92

[@mannyN54]

I just did this shit and you were right about the door lock 🤣 perfect video 👍

[@BuddysDIY]

Lol thanks brother. Yeah that locking cylinder is impossible to put back lol

[@grantrussell2076]

@@BuddysDIY Great vid. By the way, the door lock from outside is the easiest bit. Take off the little round cover on the side of the door to get access to a 4mm hex bolt. Undo that and the key lock mechanish from the outside comes out, complete with the lock bar thing. Leave the LED light in place. Once the new actuator is in place, simply push the door lock back into it, and do up the hex bolt.

[@Random.Adventures.]

awesome high quality video :) \

[@andyclegg221]

Really useful until the part where you remove the 2 x 10mm nuts to loosen the window regulator. I have an E93 and there is only 1 10mm and it does not budge when removed. Any idea how to get the old mechanism out?

[@zzmusiclist9780]

Did tou figure it out? I am at the same point...gotta be a way though.

[@andyclegg221]

I did yes! Underneath where the door latches, there is a black bung which you have to remove and then get a long extension socket in to remove the other regulator bolt.

[@kid9788]

I replaced the actuator on my passenger door, reconnected everything back in, put the screws all back, and tried out the key fob and it works! However 1 problem, the handle from the outside won’t open the door, so I’m unsure whether or not I put everything back correctly. Any ideas as to what might be causing this?

[@BuddysDIY]

It's got to be a cable wasn't repositioned correctly. I'd watch the video again while you take everything apart besides the actuator

[@namvu4180]

Did you ever figured it out? I also can't open my door from the outside

[@richardkay6914]

Any chance you can do this if the door is locked and won't open? Managed to take the card out so I can see the actuator?

[@BuddysDIY]

Try and take the pannel off from the inside of the car to open the door

[@allenadams1487]

@@BuddysDIY did that then had to drill it to get it to unlock

[@alx6584]

Its the same for bmw f20?

[@zzmusiclist9780]

E92/93 Owners: the window guide unbolts from inside. You will need to remove the rubber grommet on the lower back of the door and run a long extension with a 12 or 13mm socket to remove the bolt.

[@nev3839]

When i plug in the new actuator i tried locking and unlocking doors with fob and they all unlock but now lock button doesnt lock any doors. What can i do to fix this?

[@eddyuka6937]

Buddy i missed a step in doing this now my car wont unlock can you help me please

[@Jarequis2]

Im about to do this job, couldnt you just remove the entire "exterior" portion of the lock cylinder/cover and reinstall it when the actuator is back in place? Any help would be great thanks!

[@BuddysDIY]

I've tried in the past with no success!

[@Jarequis2]

@@BuddysDIY strange this was a while back but i popped off that cover unscrewed a bolt and didn't have any issues reinstalling the lock cylinder to the new actuator thankfully

[@BuddysDIY]

@@Jarequis2 can you send me a picture of what cover you're talking about? [e-mail]

[@someguy2312]

@@Jarequis2 yea lol there is a peep hole for a number 4 Allen and bam you pull the whole cylinder out

[@someguy2312]

@@BuddysDIY should update the video so people arnt breaking their stuff w your guide nice guide though overall

[@ClientError451]

Done in 2 hours. Could not have done it without this video. I'm obligated to subscribe. Just a like would be a cheap ass. Only only part the video did not work for me was to pull down and out on the white plastic thing inside the door. After futzing awhile I pulled on the accordion part of it to release it.

[@djvenx2400]

Be sure to put the clips back correctly (4.30 on the video), else your door may get stuck in the closed position. I had that experience. Better still, test the locking mechanism before shutting the door

[@angelmedrano7810]

knowing how to fix that? mines is experiencing tht..

[@bgabriel758]

Did you unclip the window? I've seen other videos and the window was unclipped and taped at the top.

[@KelvinAguilar13]

Do you have a link for the actuator

[@BuddysDIY]

Check link. Will do it now

[@KelvinAguilar13]

@@BuddysDIY thanks a lot 👌🏻

[@benzoh28]

I have a question , so my daughter kept pulling on the door latch several times , noticed that a couple days later the door stayed locked doesn’t open or close even when unlocking the door , is that the actuator issue ? Thanks

[@BuddysDIY]

Can you still hear the click when pressing the lock button? If you can then it's probably not the actuator.

[@benzoh28]

@@BuddysDIY yea I can as a matter of fact just removed the door panel with the door being locked and then unlocked it and locked it and you can still hear it , 🤔

[@BuddysDIY]

@@benzoh28 I'd just go thru the video and make sure all the parts align. Stick your head or a phone camera I. The door frame and press the button and see if the actuator is doing what's it's supposed to do.

[@benzoh28]

@@BuddysDIY I’ll give it a shot thanks a lot man really appreciate your help 👍

[@erickm8322]

What if you changed already but it seizes and you can’t open the door

[@stevea3514]

My car isn't making that noise, the button just wont go up or down. Hoping its a fuse!

[@adamegre5343]

I changed my rear door lock and it works fine with the key fob. But it doesn't open from the inside now. When the passenger pulls the inside handle, the door won't open. They need to be let out from the outside. Anybody know what the problem could be?

[@allenadams1487]

Replaced mine lasted three days and started same thing again..

[@Tuck_Frump]

The handle bar had a screw

[@michaelpast19]

I just replaced the driver door actuator but now the door is locked idk what to do

[@BuddysDIY]

Did you lock the key in the car?

[@michaelpast19]

Buddy's DIY no it was because i installed the cable for the door handle incorrectly

[@BuddysDIY]

@@michaelpast19 so you the cable is not connected and the door is closed?

[@michaelpast19]

Buddy's DIY yup the cable wasn’t on tight enough and I installed the door panel and everything so I can to start all over again lmao mistakes happen

[@BuddysDIY]

@@michaelpast19 haha yes they do. You should deff test it before you slam the door lol. Were you able to getnthe door pannel off with the door shut?

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[@BuddysDIY]

Where do you live?

[@ediagautomotivetools4478]

@@BuddysDIY China,we sell scan tool on amazon

[@BuddysDIY]

Wouks you like to send me one? I can give you my email address and I'll make a video on it

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[@PuppetMasta03]

Did everything you did, now all my windows roll down when i walk away from the car.

[@joro8604]

You're shitting me. My repair place wanted $500 in labor. Thanks I owe you a 12 pack of good beer. Like and subscribing just for good measure.

[@kazyskaziuxs8944]

I changed it and now all doors lock when i close door any ideas anyone?

[@riftster313]

Here's how to pull the lock out of the driver's side door- easier way to deal with that funky tumbler piece you didn't want to mess with... one screw and it's easy street kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5CTdGqZbaqhj9k

[@ronmanera6074]

Nice vid but missing any info on how to re-install interface between actuator and exterior key lock on driver's door.

[@BuddysDIY]

I clearly stated in the video that I have no idea how it's done. It seems impossible

[@user-hs5gd6pr4s]

First off all must be realized the lock , out of the door . Atherwise you broke the lock. just broke my lock.....

[@michaelrydecki2455]

Do you leave the window up

[@mounir854]

I am new to BMW DIY. I have a 2015 535, which door lock actuator will work for it?

[@BuddysDIY]

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