How To Reset Door Lock Actuator

Get into the vehicle from another door if the door.

How to reset door lock actuator.

Connect the wire harness to the actuator and try locking unlocking with the remote. Part 1 of 6. Door lock systems operate the actuator by toggling positive negative voltage to the actuator. Visually look at the door lock for any.

Verifying the condition of the door lock 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. Car door does not unlock lock with remote. Locate the door with the damaged or broken door lock actuator.

Inspect the affected door and lock. You should see the voltage polarity toggle with each switch activation. Then pull the actuator free of the door. The actuator will be loose in the door frame supported by two metal rods running to the exterior and interior door handles.

The wire that goes to the door lock should pop in and out. Unplug the door lock actuator electrical connector. Step 9 install the door lock actuator back. Then use your test light or digital meter to check for power and ground at the connector when you operate the lock unlock switch.

Diy bri shows you how to repair a door lock actuator without a complete replacement. This low cost method works great and can be done on many cars. Open the affected door.