How To Test A Ford Door Lock Actuator

Reinstall the t27 screws near the latch to hold it in place.

How to test a ford door lock actuator.

There are several reasons why a door lock actuator may need to be replaced. If the rods are connected properly the door will lock and unlock. Lift the tab and unplug the electrical connector from the actuator. Otherwise it is the same.

The actuator is on the lower left hand side. If the door remains locked in either or both of these cases the problem is the actuator. Quick way to test the door actuator locking latching unit imo is to remove both door panels from the front and rear doors on the side in question. Point the lock rod up and push the new actuator in place.

You can get a better idea of where the screwdriver needs to go by using your flashlight and mirror to see the actuator s position inside the door. Ok first of all take off the door panel. The door lock actuator is held into the door by a bracket. It is not necessary to remove the smaller panel underneath the main door panel.

Then use your test light or digital meter to check for power and ground at the connector when you operate the lock unlock switch. By pressing on the unlock button on the door panel cluster. Sometimes a door lock actuator stops working completely. Test the actuator function here by locking unlocking the door with the manual interior door lock button.

Pry the actuator off of the bracket with a small flat blade screwdriver. Unclip the wiring harness from the actuator. Hold the latch firmly and pry up on the spring tab which holds the actuator to the latch. It is held on by a bracket that is riveted onto the side of the door.

When the tab is sufficiently raised slide the actuator toward you and off the latch. Reverse the left and right directions for the passenger side door. Just a short video to show how you can test a door lock actuator using a car battery or a car jumper. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector.

Push the bottom clip back in the door. You should see the voltage polarity toggle with each switch activation. Door lock actuators sold here. If it is the front door then attempt the lock unlock the door while you are real close to the unit to hear or feel if it is attempting to move but can t etc.