How to Replace Rear Door Latch 09-14 Ford F150

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In the video, 1A Auto shows how to replace a broken or stuck rear door latch. The video is applicable to the 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, Ford F-150
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[@kristinanelson7787]

🙋🏼‍♀️ not a mechanic, just a mom. Replaced 3 of 4 door actuators with your help!! Thank you SO much for saving me!!!!

[@zknappenberger]

I can’t thank you enough for this video. Sadly, you were sold out of the latch and I ended up buying it locally. This said, the mechanic in this video is amazing. As a teacher, I was impressed by his ability to clear explain not only his steps but the reasons behind them, giving the viewer a sense of the bigger picture before completing each step. Brilliant teaching.

[@nelsdude]

Just did this exact replacement on my 2013 F150. Same door, etc. This video was awesome to help me see what I was getting into before I started removing panels, etc. I had my laptop next to me and did the step by step per the video. Only difference is I didn't see the need for and didn't remove the door latch cable and plug. I simply supported the door panel to the side. It saved a couple of steps. Anyway, super Thanks for your video!!! Great job!! You are serving well all the DIY's out here in reality land. Also...saved me $200 vs. taking it to the local dealer.

[@1AAuto]

+Dalen Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@sunpark4254]

Thank you for your detailed explanation. Helped me a lot

[@UnstoppableBusiness]

Thanks for such a thorough video. I just did the passenger rear door on my 13 F150 and it went off without a hitch thanks to this instruction!!

[@nicolec7309]

Excellent, thorough video! You did a great job of showing the details and explaining everything. Especially how to remove the different clips and connections. If you don't normally work on cars that is important so you don't break a clip! My 10 year old son and I replaced this on my truck and it took less than an hour and I don't know anything about fixing vehicles!

[@TactiCali27]

Bro you did such an amazing job in this video. Your approach to the project told me that you hadn’t done it before. But your attention to detail, talking yourself thru the disassembly and familiarizing yourself with each component gave me such a huge sense of confidence. You left no stone unturned with regards to this being an exhaustive tutorial on how to do this repair. You took into account points where the camera may not be able to follow you and you were extensive in your explanations while demonstrating with the components. Bravo! Now I’m going to do mine bc of your video 😎

[@1AAuto]

+Dj 1 Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@PabloEskimofo]

I feel confident going in and doing this job on my truck all thanks to you and your simplified explanations for everything. Appreciate the video, you’ve surely saved me quite a few bucks! Cheers!

[@fhiggenbottom]

You produced a 1st rate educational, video that was extremely well thought out, well explained and user friendly! From what I learned on the video I was able to do the same repair on my F150 Lariat Crew Cab truck. The only problem I experienced during my repair job which was not covered in the video was the final step of aligning and installing the bottom two panel screws securing the door panel to the door. I couldn't get the holes to align. Using a skinny ice pick tool from the pack of four mini O-ring picks I purchased at Harbor Freight for the job (cost $1.99 before tax) I was finally able to align the holes in the panel with the threaded holes in the door. It was tricky but doable! Thanks so much for this amazing aide!

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+Fred Higgenbottom

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+Fred Higgenbottom Thanks for watching, and thanks for the tip!

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[@nitrate375]

What do u do if the doors locked an u can't get too the mounting bolts on the lock actuator too get it out on a ford f150 supercab 2012 rear passenger door

[@jamiebenton5894]

Great tutorial. Had no problems.

[@kevjou1]

Try starting with the door closed and locked. With a failed lock mechanism. That's the magic.

[@kevinmorris9712]

Assuming I can get the panel off, because the door is stuck shut, will I be able to somehow manually manipulate the latch to open the door so I can access the 3 torques screws holding the latch in place?

[@fedora5926]

Great video. Appreciate you being articulate. Question please. The window stays supported in the upright position after all 3 of the window regulator bolts were removed?

[@herbertmay848]

Good video yeah so what happened my just closed an never opened do u have a tip for that? 👍👍👍👍👍.

[@1drwanda]

This is a good tutorial. I cannot OPEN the door to FIX it. I cannot access the lower 6mm nuts on the door panel Any suggestions on access points to GET the DOOR open so I can work on it> appreciated.

[@walkerdn6000]

You can get them out. I just did. It's not easy. Use a 6 mil socket and small extension. Use a vice grip or channel locks to break the bolt free. Took me 20 mins for the two bolts!

[@davidpuryear2076]

Excellent, first rate video. Thank you! Unfortunately the new actuator did not fix the problem but that only indicates that it is in the wiring somewhere. Great video!

[@1AAuto]

+David Puryear Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@richardosborne4488]

Just curious, did you figure out why yours still didn’t work? I have the same problem with it still not working after changing the actuator.

[@seanrester7287]

@@richardosborne4488 check you're wiring at the hinge of the door where the wires go from the cab to the inside of the door. These model trucks are notorious for wires getting damaged there

[@DaddyBeanDaddyBean]

The panel in the armrest where the window switch is should pry out with a plastic trim tool, so you can unplug the wiring harness from the front side instead of behind.

[@1AAuto]

+DaddyBeanDaddyBean Thanks for the feedback!

[@winstonsaxonsdad]

Any thought about removing the T27 screws holding the actuator in and THEN removing the electrical and mechanical plugs and rods ? It appeared when you were installing the new actuator, you had some play in the unit to attach the plugs and cables before attaching it...just wondering

[@muveefan]

I wished you were my surgery instructor 😉 nicely taught 👍👍👍

[@creationsmj9738]

Cirrently having the same issue same door thank you so much for the video

[@jorgemarin1809]

made it easy!!!!!! I will try it. Thanks

[@williammertz3369]

This Vedic was very good thanks

[@PabloSanchez-dc3vc]

I have 2012 f150 and the rear passenger door wont open. It releases the top latch i can feel it but the bottom latch wont open. So how do i get the door panel off to fix the bottom cable?

[@panagiotis552]

Same problem here

[@aricwiese2433]

Great video! Easy to follow. Just finished installing new latch on rear driver door, electric lock still does not work. Any other suggestions?

[@1AAuto]

+Aric Wiese We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@buckboss8864]

Wiring harness needs to be changed

[@levimckeen3298]

I'm at this point but my problem is no matter what I do my door won't open. So I can't get the outer bolts...

[@mirnaolvera4930]

Good information. Thank you.

[@chasepinder5075]

I have a 2010 platinum with seat heaters in the back. Is there just one extra connection or is it more complicated?

[@nathanforsyth7963]

My dome light randomly comes on saying rear driver door is open It opens and closes normally would this part fix it

[@seanrester7287]

More than likely yes. Sounds like you have an issue with the latch contact sensor inside the actuator/door latch

[@duanebennett1280]

Very well done...thank you

[@blainemcdonald6972]

I have to do the same replacement on my 2015 rear door, is there any difference in the procedure.

[@claylatour1899]

The inside lights keep staying on I believe due to this latch not working properly. If I replace this switch it should solve that problem.with the lights right?

[@joshrussom5391]

I just replaced mine on my 2011 f150 same door.. the door works as it should but now my truck says left passenger door ajar any help?

[@wesleyjohnston3462]

Excellent video, thank you

[@1AAuto]

+Wesley Johnston Thanks for the feedback!

[@rebekahcroney970]

Any tips for if the door is stuck shut? I cannot remove the 3 outer bolts with the door shut!

[@hphilbrick1625]

Curious how you got your door open as I am experiencing the same problem. Tks.

[@JoseGonzalez-ft6jq]

I have the same problem. I can't even open the door. I was able to remove most of the panel without removing the bottom bolts but I can't get the door open at all!! I have a 2010 F150. Were you able to fix your issue??

[@JoePhillips1966]

Start with door in closed position. Will not open from outside or inside. Thanks? I’ve got panel off. At 7:40 you are pulling the pink clip. Wish I could see how to put rod back into clip, this seems to be my issue. I can see pink clip buts it’s not holding anything. No way to access latch bolts with door in closed position?

[@victorperez4881]

Will this fix my issue of the message I get when my door is closed but inside its saying that my door is open ?

[@blainemcdonald6972]

I was looking for the same operation only on a 2015,the build is different

[@laynejohnson9134]

Why would the door lock but not unlock Nice informative video thanks

[@1AAuto]

+Layne Johnson We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@Richard012996]

Can you do one on the trunk door lock cylinder not turning! I think the linkage in mine slip

[@Richard012996]

Amazing video by the way, amazing page you guys are helpful!

[@huntervanwagenen7481]

How do I get the door open in the first place?

[@greato80]

I have 2010 4 door f150. The rear door wont open from inside but will from outside..the auto locks on all four doors work fine..I'm thinking might be child lock because it's in off position but door wont open from inside still..what do u think could be??

[@jakeE2898]

I have the same issues did you end up figuring it out ?

[@tigerblood6823]

Do you have a video for a 2016 F-150 Front Driver Side?

[@1AAuto]

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

[@Fist2thenecK]

What does the rod that goes to the "pink" clamp connector do?

[@archive3690]

That is the rod that goes to the door lock knob

[@kenhemmingsen3023]

How do you do it when you can't open doorp

[@kaseycantrell8219]

I replaced my door lock actuator and now my truck is giving me the door ajar warning for that same door. Any suggestions?

[@1AAuto]

+Kasey Cantrell We are unable to diagnose but we do recommend taking your vehicle to a local reputable mechanic! Thanks for checking us out!

[@EurocatGames]

I would consider that the wiring between the door and cab is in bad shape. There are YT vids on it and looks to be really bad on some trucks. Most likely you need to repair that wiring.

[@TimHeagarty]

Check the wiring between the door jamb and the door. This is a common area for broken wires which will cause the door ajar warning. Look inside the accordion tube and unwrap the wiring bundle to be sure none have been crimped or broken.

[@adamplummer2190]

If this started right after you put in the new latch, then you most likely have a bad latch or damaged the plug when you plugged it in (assuming the electric lock works which indicates it's plugged in)

[@shannonsmiley6478]

I have an extended cab xlt are the driver's side and the passenger side the same process?

[@adamplummer2190]

Yes. On door and many other parts that match side to side they're duplicate instructions. In fact many manuals will say "left side displayed, right side similar" for instructions.

[@ArchGBUStanton]

Ummmm, your definition of "It's a very easy job" is waaay different than mine.

[@tecolote911]

I have that problem but the big issue is the door is locked how I can open the door ?

[@panagiotis552]

I have the same problem door it’s stuck it doesn’t open

[@buckboss8864]

What if the door won’t open?

[@djaap30]

What were the symptoms before replacing?

[@1AAuto]

+djaap30 Since there could be multiple reasons why you’re experiencing this difficulty with your vehicle, I strongly recommend that you have a reputable mechanic inspect it. They’ll be able to troubleshoot the problem and tell you what part or parts you’ll need for the repair.

[@asmythe943]

So I have this same issue. It started by the door not locking/unlocking reliably. It then got to where it didn't lock/unlock at all. The last is the door, even when manually unlocked, can't be opened from the inside! Obviously this is an issue in an emergency. Opens fine from outside though.

[@adamplummer2190]

@@asmythe943 your child lock is engaged, it's the small hole you see with the label in the video. That disables the inside handle. As far as the lock itself, if all other doors lock then it's likely a bad latch. However, it's possible it's a wire in the door jam or elsewhere.

[@Mooreman50]

Soo if you can open the door from the inside and the unlock and lock function works and the key for the stupid child lock is UNLOCKED and the OUTSIDE HANDLE wont open the door and all the rods and connectors arent broke or loose. I need to replace that whole latch assembly? My outside door opener wont allow the door to open it wont move that latch at all. But if youre inside you can open and get out. And the door is always UNLOCKEX

[@edgarvaca9238]

And if that latch doesn’t do the trick the issue is in the wires, and it’s intermittent so be careful to not leave your door unlocked.

[@gp9616]

I cant get my door open

[@chefrosekitchen9090]

I replaced the actuator, the door will lock/unlock while the door is open. It still will not lock/unlock when the door is shut. Any suggestions on what to check next is greatly appreciated.

[@1AAuto]

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[@chefrosekitchen9090]

@@1AAuto No advice on why it still won't work when the door is closed?

[@1AAuto]

+Chef Rose Kitchen We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@BalanBro2]

A year late, but what your describing sounds like the door lock wiring in the door jam may be partially broken. It's probably making a littlle contact when the door is open, but then separates when the door is closed. I would check there, if you haven't already figured out the issue.

[@killaslaye]

Should do a 2019 F150 passenger lock actuator. They absolutely suck ass to remove and install.

[@1AAuto]

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

[@erikguerrero7586]

My door is locked and I can't get the 3 bolts that secure the actuator? What should I do?

[@Txrdnk34]

How can this be done if the door doesn’t open from the inside or outside??😣

[@1AAuto]

+Txrdnk34 Thanks for checking us out!

[@TimHeagarty]

You will probably have to use a slim-jim tool to slide down inside the door, next to the glass, and pull the actuator that should be connected to the door handles.

[@hphilbrick1625]

Curious how you managed to get your door open as I am experiencing the same problem. Tks.

[@JoseGonzalez-ft6jq]

I have the same problem. I can't even open the door. I was able to remove most of the panel without removing the bottom bolts but I can't get the door open at all!! I have a 2010 F150. Were you able to fix your issue??

[@adamplummer2190]

You are screwed. You need to access the actuator to get the door open. Have you tried manually unlocking it then opening it from outside? If the child locks on and it doesn't unlock electrically it'll be jammed up.