While removing the door panel unhook the electronic connection to the power door lock mechanism on the door panel.
How to repair door lock in toyota corolla 2012.
Remove the door panel by removing a screw in the arm rest and in front of the door handle.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the.
Since the centering bolt is used as a door side hinge bolt the door hinge cannot be adjusted with it on.
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Do it yourself repair shows door panel removal and then removing lock actuator.
Toyota door lock repair.
Diy bri shows you how to repair a door lock actuator without a complete replacement.
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This low cost method works great and can be done on many cars.
Make sure all the doors are shut and that your shift lever is set to park put the key in the ignition and turn it so it is set to on once you are in the on position and before 5 seconds has passed push down the door lock switch on the driver s side keeping it down for 5 seconds.
A rod connects the actuator to the latch and another rod connects the latch to the knob that sticks.
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Video tutorial discussing symptoms of power door locks on toyota is not working right and how to check for easy fixes and replace a door lock actuator if nec.