Car Door Lock Actuator Repair/Replacement...$8 - Complete Instructions - Toyota, Lexus & Others

[@rickwilliam4001]

Just wanted to say thanks for this, whilst there are a fair few other related videos, yours showed it's possible to open it up without cutting it open and without having to worry all that much about springs and gears flying out everywhere. Having a walk through video certainly gives more confidence and takes the guess work out of where screws and lugs are located etc. My issue ended up being a bit of water somehow got in (the foam on the wires connected to the handle were wet) or the grease got dirty and the contacts on the sliding mechanism were obviously not touching. Cleaned them and bent them back into position and all working. Literally saved over $600 as Christopher Page also mentioned. Much appreciated.

[@Chrisjonpage]

amazing, i was just quoted $600 for a lock actuator replacement, gonna give it a try myself thanks to you!

[@helpinguonline]

Depending on what model car you have... some of the complete actuators are not expensive and all you need to do is change out the complete module. In my case the complete module was expensive so it made sense to just change the little motor. You can do it...

[@2degucitas]

How'd it work out?

[@GJames007]

What!! Are you kidding me!

[@peacepoet1947]

​@@helpinguonlinenice work. Your memory for remembering how it goes back together is amazing that you had to wait for the part to arrive. I can't remember where I put my keys if I don't hang them on the hook.

[@marwanemanousi8023]

​@@helpinguonlineX😂

[@paimonnn]

thank you!! I’m a college student who wouldn’t have been able to afford to take my car in to get this fixed. My dad and I watched this video and we were able to get it in working order!

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go! And a sweet memory working together with your dad

[@dougxavier4445]

I was quoted 500/600 dollars just to have my dor opened( it was locked) and additionally the cost of whatever it you be for fixing the locking mechanism. I unlocked my door myself for zero dollars and I’m going to fix my locking mechanism myself. Thank you!

[@helpinguonline]

If you do not want to replace the motor you may want to consider just replacing the whole actuator mechanism. Some are very reasonably priced and that is not a very difficult project and you would still save hundreds of dollars

[@dougxavier4445]

@@helpinguonline that’s what I did. Thanks.

[@mohammedlabeeb]

I love it. the dealership told me it will be $853 for the parts and labor. All I need is to rewatch your video 100 times and do it lol.

[@helpinguonline]

Or If you are concerned about tearing it down that far find out what an actuator would cost for your make and model car and that’s a pretty simple job.

[@jorged0712]

realizing dealerships are always a ripoff is the first step to becoming a great diyer. next step is realizing you can do, with your own two hands, what others do with their own two hands and there's no need to pay anyone for something you can do

[@dobleclanger]

You can get a used actuator from a Toyota car wreckers (or online I guess). I got one to suit my '99 model from a wrecker for $20aud. Not fitted yet.

[@malefanematsie3890]

​​@@helpinguonlineGood advice, should I opt for a new complete actuator must I program it or just buy and instal 🤔

[@TheBrainiac777]

Great tutorial, followed it and fixed my door lock for $11!

[@helpinguonline]

Great to hear!

[@JacyBee]

The actuator on my PT Cruiser is bad, thanks for giving me some confidence to try this.

[@dalerose938]

Awesome how to video! I just had the same problem on my 2002 Camry. I made this repair in an afternoon for $10. Thanks for posting this information!

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go!…& glad to help

[@ThomasKilkenny]

One of the best car DIY videos I've seen. Really straightforward, well filmed and engaging presentation. Top class stuff.

[@helpinguonline]

Wow, thanks!

[@jairodomechMSc]

oh man thats what my car is doing; i couldnt find the same car video but i think is the same situation. I will keep you posted. Thank You.

[@helpinguonline]

you can do it... and you may want to check out the price of the whole actuator. Some are reasonably priced and that makes the change / repair easy.

[@JBH123]

Nicely demonstrated and explained. Unfortunately, I have a Kia, and removing its actuator is MUUUUUCH more difficult. This is one area where Toyota's design is light-years ahead of Kia's - at least the older ones like mine (2007). Anyway, thanks for posting this. I'm sure it will help, and has helped, many Toyota and Lexus owners.

[@loopan00]

Thank you.. managed to solve my problem watching this video.. mine its a Japanese manufactured car and the door system looked exactly the same. And I watched other video to fix my small dc motor too.. tooked me 2 days and no $$ spent!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@doctorbobdc]

Thanks a lot for this video. I had ordered what I thought was the correct actuator for my "95 Camry. As it turned out, it was totally not the correct one. This I discovered after receiving the part, which is the same time I dismantled the door. The parts website appeared correct, but sometimes there is a difference if the car was made in Japan vs the U.S. My Camry was made in Japan, and now I know to be more careful when ordering parts. Well, I thought to either cannibalize the new part and hope the motors are the same or take mine apart and see if I can fix something. After taking mine apart, I saw a bit of smoke arise from the motor when testing it. Also, the motor has a funny thing on its outside. It looks like a dime-sized disc slipped in between two contact plates. The disc has the number "5007" engraved on it and it appears dirty &/or oxidized. Without the disc in place, and the two contact plates touching, the motor works like a banshee. So, I figured that the disc is some sort of resistor, or other electrical component and may itself be the problem. Knowing that oxidation can affect electrical contacts, I cleaned the contact plates and the disc and put it back in. Violá. It's up and running. Now we'll see how long it lasts. NOTE: On this Japanese-made Camry, you may need to remove the latch assembly through the door handle opening. That's what I ended up doing.

[@helpinguonline]

You got a good camera if it’s built in Japan

[@jaydog121]

Thank you so much, I was apprehensive, but I was able to complete this project today. And the feeling of it actually working was amazing! Thank you soooooo much. Motor on Amazon was $8.99. Car was a 2010 Lexus es 350

[@helpinguonline]

Great job!

[@brb1050]

You are a HERO!!! Going to do this on my car soon. $460 for new actuator on my 2018 RAV4. Nope! Going to replace the motor.

[@helpinguonline]

You might want to check the price on the complete actuator with the door lock and everything included for your car. Some of the RAV four actuators are quite an expensive and very simple to unbolt and bolt back in place

[@brb1050]

@@helpinguonline Napa reduces the price from $460 to $289 if bought online. They are trying to push purchases online over in store. I was willing to pay the $289 (x2, both front doors!). But I walked out because of the insane in store cost. I’ll check online. I loathe Amazon, so hopefully ebay or some other source will have a good quality actuator at lower cost.

[@James-fe7wd]

So well documented, great work and thank you for making this complex system understandable!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks

[@queenbuger1118]

had the same issue, study the video now , plant to work on it next weekend.

[@alexandersn9084]

Thank you!! Great video very well explained it! I just fixed my 2006 Toyota Corolla. Not a cambry but its the same

[@helpinguonline]

Great to hear!

[@joselondono4837]

That's how an instructional video should be! Thanks.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rexkirkland3720]

I recently paid over $600 for this same repair on my Hyundai Sonata. I wish I had seen your video first.

[@tonymorales7152]

Great video, you are very good explaining the "how to" process. So good that I opened my wifes Honda CRZ actuator and successfully got it out. My problem know is it doesn't have any manufacturer name to find it. Could you provide the website where you purchased yours. Thank you in advance for your help. Saludos from Puerto Rico, Tony

[@outof_sarahtonin]

He said amazon

[@Mattheus94]

Solid video. Saved me $700.00/door for my 2004 Infiniti FX35.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad to hear it

[@4s-ter]

I’ve seen videos on replacing actuators but this is the first video I’ve seen on repairing one. Well done.

[@dennismayer4936]

A picture says a thousand words... your video says much more. Good job! Thanks

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you too!... Glad to hear!

[@tptrading_23]

love the " HE!! HE!! HE!!" at the end. you are awesome!

[@roydevis6790]

The best video, explanation everrrr thanks

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped!

[@musicalokaoficial]

200 thousand Doritos later, I found out this video. And thank you for it. I have a 2013 Honda accord and this is my 3rd lock actuator is had been replaced. So next time I will do this and see if I can save some money. Thank you very much.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad I could help. If you don’t want to go into the actuator and change the motor… You may want to check pricing on the hole actuator… That would be easy to replace and sometimes they are reasonably priced. Wishing you the best!

[@joerubi03]

I have not read thru all the responses to this video, so if I’m repeating someone else response, I apologize. What I would add , when your testing the door to see if it works correctly, activate the locking mechanism with the door open,in case you mess up on the repair and then can’t get your door unlocked. Don’t ask me how I know…😢 Great video!

[@helpinguonline]

That’s a great tip. Thanks for sharing.

[@rossim1918]

Wow, thanks. One of my door lock just went out on my 02 sienna so this very helpful. Any chance getting the motor info and link to purchase?

[@helpinguonline]

I hesitate to give you the motor number because there are different motors that go into different actuators. Having said that here is a link for the one I ordered... BUT make sure you check to make sure it is the same for your van. www.amazon.com/Central-Actuator-FC-280PC-22125-Spindle-Locking/dp/B00BYD0QVK/ref=asc_df_B00BYD0QVK/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198072808542&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10626720873324796142&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009968&hvtargid=pla-321309836635&psc=1 There are many places you can order this part... not just this link. Also, you might want to look into the cost of a whole replacement actuator for your Sienna. Your van might take an actuator that costs around $25. If that is the case and you want to save lots of time (it's very easy to change the actuator) you may want to consider that?. Either way you will save yourself lots of money. Dealerships charge around $600 to do one. Hope that helps and let us know how your project turns out

[@naftalishiraeisenberg4944]

Great video i changed the lock myself and it works great! Thanx a lot!

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go!

[@nestorespinoza1602]

Great video. I replaced the whole assembly. But your instructions where superb. Thank you.

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go!

[@nancym122]

Great video thank you for explaining everything in details I will be trying this soon on my own.

[@youdagoob]

I had my new motor ready to install. Opened the actuator. I pried open the actuator on the motor side and it could've been an easy swap out. But then I found the plastic shaft of the gear spindle was actually broken. Gotta order the entire actuator now. ) : But this was a great tutorial. The entire actuator will be an easy swap now.

[@helpinguonline]

Sorry to hear the gear shaft was broken. Keep up the good work!

[@Gauxd1]

You could use epoxy paste to repair the gear.

[@CelestialArchers]

Great Video. I have similar issue on my 2013 Kia Ex GDi Sedan. I have a hunch that it's an actuator as well. This video gives me confidence in disassembling the door panel ! Thank you.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@MrBellda]

Utilised this video to repare my Toyota LC200.... Thanks 🙂Original motor in a LC200 was a PAN14EE12BC.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@mendyp8]

Great video! just checking is there somewhere I can find out what motor do I need for a 2003 Toyota Corolla? I don’t want to take it apart before I get the replacement

[@4godandcountry663]

Great video. I have a Lexus LS 430 that I need to do both driver and passenger front doors. This video helps. Thx

[@helpinguonline]

No problem 👍... you can do it!

[@SuperDEMIRIS]

Your video is very nice, could you please tell me the link of the moter you bought??, thank you very much

[@williamday7132]

Congratulations on a successful repair and a great video. Thank you!

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks

[@fujiobass]

Thank you for the great video, Please let me know where to buy the motor?

[@helpinguonline]

Available many places online including eBay and Amazon. I got that one off of eBay and it’s still working fine

[@leerudd1294]

One of the most intuitive videos I've seen on how to get one of these locks apart. It's similar to my UK Verso 2010 model, and now gives me confidence in fully taking apart the locking mechanism, as it seems very hard to get new ones for right hand drive at reasonable prices, and for the price of a new motor, I'll definitely be giving this a go. I just don't have a safe place to leave my car, so just need to track down the correct motor before I take it apart. Thanks for the video. :D

[@leerudd1294]

Finally got some motors from China, and it made no change. Door still will only lock, but won't unlock all doors or the drivers door. So looks like it may be either an electrical fault in a wire somewhere, or something else is broken in the door locking system??

[@rodrocketoz3913]

Cleaver took all the mystery out of the equation cheers

[@wisaac6502]

Great job only cost 5 bucks and some enthusiasm well done thanks for sharing

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks

[@fujiobass]

Thank you for detailed excellent video. Appreciated.

[@helpinguonline]

You are welcome!

[@MarkTimms]

Nice video mate that's my job for Saturday thanks for the tips cheers

[@mikebeltran-p7i]

thank you for your help. i hope you keep making videos. they are helpful

[@helpinguonline]

Glad to hear that

[@mikepurewal5816]

Hi from Victoria BC Canada. Your step by step video was amazing. Thanks for the FREE Information that will save many people hundreds of dollars. I salute you! Now I have a project for the weekend. I've had this compact suv for almost 21 years now. Do you know were I can order the Actuator(s) for a 2001 Rav4?

[@helpinguonline]

I have seen many Rav4 complete actuators (not just the motor) quite reasonable. I purchased mine online through ebay and you can get them on Amazon. Changing the whole Actuator is a pretty quick and easy job. Make sure when you order one that you get the one for the specific door you are working on... ie drivers door or front passenger door...etc.

[@mikepurewal5816]

@@helpinguonline thanks for the reply, but on Amazon there were many different brands and they vary in price from about $20 to $140, I've heard some brands only last few days. I'm not sure which brand to go with. Any suggestions without braking the bank?

[@Rasinzz]

Do I need a 10mm or a 20mm flat shaft motor? Also are there any special tools I'll need for this or is it all pretty basic/common tools?

[@markinnam6991]

Brilliant, nice and slow, well explained ! Spot on for 2004 ACV36R Australian camry

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@SASHA1536]

its a good video ..but make sure you place the end of the cable it's housings properly otherwise you will have clicking sounds but no locking ..end of the cables (door handle end) has to snap on its housings and stay secure (it was the case on my 2012 Camry)

[@adamp2574]

Just did mine today and you're correct. I didn't push the connector all the way back so it clicked but would not work.

[@yingyangorca4124]

I just open them up. It says you can't but I do. Pull everything apart. And put back together. Arms tend to jump each other and can't pass back. The reassembly usually fixes. Just photos and retrace your steps.

[@BfreeBob]

Great tutorial!

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@warriorplutotrent3827]

This would make the inside door lock freeze as well as the outside lock cylinder?

[@patrickzadd5215]

Dude you are a legend thank you.

[@helpinguonline]

You're welcome!

[@frankiejo6988]

Thank you so much. Your video is so detailed and helped me so much.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@goodcompanyman]

Would the bad motor cause lock buttons inside the car to not work? I have 2017 rav4 and both my fob and lock switches inside the car can unlock/lock the rear doors but both of my front doors are not responsive. I can mechanically lock them using my key or the buttons inside the car. Just wanted to make sure this is the actuator issue before i try your method on my passenger door

[@riooliveira7417]

Do you have tutorial for Triton 2017 door latch replacement please!!??..thank you

[@helpinguonline]

I do not currently have a video of that vehicle for this.

[@JermsDNA]

Excellent video. I shall try this on my CT200H

[@ovidiudriga7787]

Thanks for the video. Please, the black silicone/glue was used again or you used new one for glueing the plastic transparent cover (water and dust protection)? If mine (silicone/glue) is very old and do not stick, what type can I use? Thsnk you.

[@helpinguonline]

I always just use what is already there and have never had a problem. If you are concerned about that I am sure your local auto parts store has something or you could use something as simple as double sided tape.

[@ovidiudriga7787]

Thank you. I will use high tempereture black silicone.

[@JCsongwriter1]

Ooooohhhh thank you Lord lol! Good work

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks. I am thankful for all the "doors" He opens for me!

[@JCsongwriter1]

@@helpinguonline literally 😎🙏

[@ShujahHaider-b6y]

So super and very informative video Sir ❤❤❤❤❤

[@helpinguonline]

Glad to hear that

[@Joe_Lara_Jr]

Does each door have its own door lock actuator? Or is it the drivers side that has the main actuator?

[@helpinguonline]

Each door has its own door lock actuator

[@eldontorcuator983]

Thanks a lot. This is very helpful. God bless.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful!…And God bless you too!

[@davidabela4505]

Thank you so much ... excellent video!!!

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks for your visit

[@markinnam6991]

Small point, wen you aligned all the parts you made no mention of the small metal part @ 12:37, where should it point as my door lock button has the judders before finally locking.Thanks again. also the external door lock need to be reinstalled into the drive socket to work.

[@markinnam6991]

it turned out that it wasn't the actuator causing the judders, it was the internal door release. A small crack and distorted pivot locator were the issue.

[@cyndinorton3240]

HI, my grandson and my husband were youtubeing how to fix the drivers side window that got stuck on his 2006 Nissan Murano. while doing that we broke the tip of the actuater. couldn't fix the track took it to auto repair and cost $395, but said it would cost my grand son another 5 -6 hundred dollars to replace the actuator... can't afford that and think just the tip needs to be replaced.. can this be done.. by any chance do you have a vidoe on how to do that... right now my husband zip tied something so he can shut the door.. can't lock but trying to figure it out.. He is in school and delivers pizza in the neighbor hood... any help will be soooo appreciated..

[@helpinguonline]

I do not have a video on that specific car. If you are not real mechanically inclined I would recommend ordering a complete actuator and just replacing that. I think you can see how to do that from this video. No need to take the old actuator apart and just change the motor. Some vehicle actuators are reasonable (under $50) online. Wishing you all the best...

[@falineduenas1408]

Hi is it possible to get the link to the flat shaft motor. Or where did you get it? I have the exact same car. Thank you in advance

[@robjohnson1202]

I replaced my driver door actuator and everything works again, however, the key now does not lock/unlock the door itself (it did before I switched the actuators). Did you encounter this problem? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[@helpinguonline]

When you put your key in the door lock does it turn the lock? If it does turn the lock but your car door is not locking or unlocking it is probably because you forgot to hook up the downrod from the key lock to the actuator. If you are unable to turn the key lock then something must be jammed and or improperly hooked up.

[@robjohnson1202]

@@helpinguonline after looking at the old actuator, i noticed that there is a place, at the top, for the lock cylinder to fit into. Its a bit of a pain to get the handle rod inserted then try to guide the lock cylinder into place, all blind. After several attempts all is working as it should. Thanks for the reply.

[@queenbuger1118]

Great viedo, just wandering where do you find the motor, and what is the part number, Thanks,

[@helpinguonline]

There are different shaft designs on different motors and you need to get the proper one for your car. They are available online to Amazon or eBay and other places

[@shizziebizz]

Thank you. I will try this on my prius

[@ConroyEnjoyer94]

Massively helpful. Cheers mate

[@deafdeadfishfloating]

My take is ALL Toyota's with electric locks; motor (shaft length) may vary.

[@melissaskitchen8832]

When my mechanic replaced my actuators, the key fob stopped working. When I try to reprogram it, the system rejects it. What’s worse is that when I use the actual key to open the door manually, the security alarm goes off until I put the key in the ignition. Any idea what might have happened? I have a 2000 Lexus RX 300

[@matt5340]

Well done man

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks

[@miguelho-peng2088]

Nice shoes bro and good job 👏

[@miguelho-peng2088]

This video helped me alot

[@helpinguonline]

Glad to hear that

[@anhhaineou.s.a425]

I bought those little motor from Amazon about $4.00 each for 2003 lexus LX 470 they last about 2 years. They stop working in hot weather.

[@victorvelazquez8187]

can you post the link to the motors?

[@hapetaa]

Good explanation. thanks for posting.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful!

[@billloomis3907]

Where did you get the motor, do you have a part number? Video was great, except for my questions

[@helpinguonline]

eBay… But they are available at many places Online. That particular car took the short D shaft motor but I would make sure that’s what you need before you order it.

[@aaliri]

we saw the movie it's great. but we are having a problem fining the motor. can you recommend where can I buy it?

[@helpinguonline]

Make sure you know which shaft is right for your actuator… They are available many different places online… Amazon, eBay, etc. ordered mine off eBay

[@hopbui7071]

Thanks a lot .You Pro ,You're helping very much.💓💓💓

[@helpinguonline]

Glad I could help

[@necee67]

I was seriously thinking about doing this because my latch is broken so the door doesn’t close so there’s a rope holding the door close so my idea was just to take the whole thing out until the door comes but that’s a lot going on👀

[@F35lightII]

Great video, thanks for posting.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@petrus3972]

Excellent , thank you

[@helpinguonline]

👍

[@redgreen610]

Has anyone done this with a 2005 echo/yaris hatchback. Would love to know if motor is d shaft 10 mm. Thanks. All 4 doors have gradually stopped working except the hatch lock.

[@kenluu8031]

Awesome..! It's a great video. I wish you with all the best as well.

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you! You too!

[@claytons8263]

Will this also work on a 05 Ford Explorer?

[@victorvargas3428]

Can y’all help me i have a 1995 Nissan Sentra i bought a key fob the first step to program it is to lock the doors but both my driver side and passenger side doesn’t lock it only unlocks the doors please help thank you

[@ryansmerfy9307]

Can you show how to fix the latch problem? My rear left door could not lock the door!

[@ParthRateshwar]

Very halp full video 👌👏👏👏

[@helpinguonline]

Glad to hear it was helpful

[@bupgmobile6662]

With my car if i put the key in and turn it only the drivers door opens and just sometimes the rest of the doors open like 15min later. So do i have to change the driversside actuator?

[@irishrc2816]

Very informative, Thanks man. Great video ❤ +1 sub

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks

[@tuckerray8988]

Great video! Thank you

[@easp9207]

How about the only driver side only working. The 3 doors not working.. tnx so much

[@helpinguonline]

Are you sure you are operating it properly? Usually you push the button once for the drivers door and two quick clicks to open all doors

[@AmiylahChambers]

would I still be a able to do this even if i didn’t have a key fob ? my mom gave me her old car,she use to have a key fob but she left the windows open when it rained and messed up the locks in the doors. it was unlocking and locking by them selves so my dad took the fuse out so it wouldn’t do that. anyways when i checked to see if a fuse was in the car it’s one in there and it’s not blown but the car still won’t lock or unlock inside in the driver side panel. i wonder if i do this would it be able to fix the locks on all doors so i can get a key fob

[@helpinguonline]

It might.

[@TheAzmountaineer]

Those little motors are available in a 4 pack and considering the low cost and the fact that another door or two will probably have this same problem soon, it's worth getting all four now, so you'll be ready to go next time!

[@summerrain3744]

Would this work for a 2008 pontiac g6?

[@alreno76]

My son has a 2008 toyota Rav4 and the driver and very back lock aren't working. Is it a good idea to buy an off brand replacement that's cheaper?

[@helpinguonline]

Your vehicle takes an inexpensive door actuator. You can buy the whole door lock actuator for around $30 and changing it out should be pretty easy. If you had problems with an aftermarket product I assume you could return it. The actuator for the car in my video is fairly expensive and it made sense to go through the process of taking the actuator apart and just change the motor in it. Sounds like you are on the right track. Let us know how it goes...

[@DadBooom]

Such a great video

[@johndevicais6987]

Good job!!!

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nicholasbarbier3310]

wonderful video

[@helpinguonline]

Many thanks

[@notpastranapastrana2403]

i have a 2021 rav4 hyb, not sure if i can do this huhu...sooo expensive to have it prof done

[@helpinguonline]

Check out the price online of a new actuator and just replace that if changing the motor is more than you would like to tackle. Some of the Rav 4 actuators are very reasonably priced.