How To Repair Door Lock Actuator

Remove the three or four torx head bolts securing the actuator to the door frame.

How to repair door lock actuator.

Remove the electric motor from the actuator. Part 4 of 6. Remove the electric motor from the actuator. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector.

You should see the voltage polarity toggle with each switch activation. Use a razor blade to open up the actuator. The rods should slide out of the actuator with no tools but take note of which rod goes into the different sections of the actuator. Repairing the door lock actuator step 1.

Use a razor blade to open up the actuator. Pry up on the gear and pull it out. The actuator will be loose in the door frame supported by two metal rods running to the exterior and interior door handles. Part 4 of 6.

Repairing the door lock actuator step 1. Then pry the motor up from its. Pry up on the gear and pull it out. Then use your test light or digital meter to check for power and ground at the connector when you operate the lock unlock switch.

Door lock systems operate the actuator by toggling positive negative voltage to the actuator. Start on the corner by slicing your razor through the seam.