BMW E90 Sedan 335i Left Rear Door Lock Actuator Replacement DIY

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7 жыл бұрын

This video shows you how to replace your door lock mechanism on the rear door of your E90 3 Series, specifically on the driver side. When you see the word "affiliate" listed beside any link in my description please know that this is a custom link and I will earn a small commission if you opt to purchase using said link. This is at no extra cost to you so it's a win all around :) Thank you!

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@norrisjackson4542 10 ай бұрын

Just finished changing out my rear door actuator on my 2009 BMW 328i. After watching your video the process made it much easier for me. Your video is very informative and the instructions are easy to follow. My wife is so happy that it now works as it should. 😅

@Credman1883 3 ай бұрын

We need videos like these😊

@robertdonovan5963 6 жыл бұрын

One of the better videos on how to deal with the connections to the latch from the blind side. Most of all the other videos gloss over this and yet is a frustrating part of the repair. Thanks for taking the time to show us how you accomplished this repair.

@SeanKamkar 5 жыл бұрын

One of the best BMW DIYs on KZfaq. Replaced in under an hour and saved hundreds. Thanks so much.

@jacksparks5091 5 жыл бұрын

Just a quick and sincere thanks, could not have completed the project without the video!

@atinoteintunovas9969 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the class! I learned all about it and did it myself. First, I was scared of even touching the thing. Now I just take everything apart with no fear of any kind. Thanks a lot, my friend. God bless you!!! Take care! Really have no idea of how much I was going to be charged to do this job which is so tricky!!! Isn't it? Have a nice time!!! Bye!!

@TheNo1RealD 7 жыл бұрын

Keep making more videos about your E90! I enjoy every one of them.

@murraycrow3656 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this in a real time fashion and for including all of the little bits of info in order to do the job in an orderly manner. Great video.

@gadgetfreak786 Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend! I am no car mech. But this video helped me a great deal. I managed to do it perfectly using this video as a guide.

@vhtan00 6 жыл бұрын

Just replaced my left rear door actuator. Thank you for the accurate and detail replacement procedure.

@darrylboykins7673 6 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! Replaced my actuator in ~ 1 hour following your video. Absolutely covered every step and "tricks" to get to some of the connections. Saved $$$ versus the dealer or an Indy. Keep it up!!!

@brianchilders476 23 күн бұрын

A tool list would be extra helpful 😊

@shadowdemon7770 7 жыл бұрын

thanks for the upload it just makes me hate my piece of shit bmw E90

@BlasterSevn 6 жыл бұрын

BMW E90 Sedan 335i Left Rear Door Lock Actuator Replacement DIY....Awesome step by step instructions. Thanks man. Can't wait to tackle the Android Auto On BMW CCC iDrive project with some ideas of my own. Very inspiring.

@jirifait5688 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the video mate! Did that today, was a bit of a fight as most of the replacements on my e90 but thanks to your video I managed to do that. Cheers, much appreciated! :-)

@Herman-zc7te 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It was helpful in finding the blown fuse in my car and resetting the battery.

@georgez2740 4 жыл бұрын

GODBLESS MAN, saved me so much $$

@sandrayates2991 6 жыл бұрын

Since I posted my question I have carried out a front door lock replacement. It’s identical to the front other than you need to remove the bolt securing the lower window channel and slacking off the top one. With a bit of gentle persuasion the lock mechanism can easily be removed. 30min job start to finish.

@lpmm4261 2 ай бұрын

Massive Help. Thanks!

@rickkidd9033 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic DIY vid. Was a huge help.

@8botak8 6 жыл бұрын

not easy to come up with a detailed video such as yours, well done

@ejermolajevas 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man by your video i done it by myself , and i was never done it before

@antoniogomez9452 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, thanks man!!!

@healingtubsmanagement2709 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!!!

@AnalogDave 5 жыл бұрын

I used your video as reference. Thank you.

@tutorialesbuler 7 жыл бұрын

Great job, thank you very much

@Neji1967 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video!

@mattclose1439 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, helped a lot! But I have one comment that no one mentioned.... THAT E30 m3!!!!!!

@DanielNilssonSe 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this! I'm about to do this on my E91 estate, rear right. Having seen the procedure helps immensely. I was thinking about tearing the door down, and then, given that like in the video, my door lock motor is able to lock, just nut unlock, sort of means it's alive. I figured that could mean some pulling wire has gone off some hook or something. But now after seeing the video, I'll just order the replacement motor and replace it, with this video to guide me. Thanks again!

@VehicularDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Np! Glad you find it helpful. Cheap plastic parts are to blame.

@DanielNilssonSe 6 жыл бұрын

Vehicular DIY Not sure why I postponed doing this until today. But it wasn't even hard, when I could watch this video while doing it. Thanks again.

@atinoteintunovas9969 6 жыл бұрын

GREAT JOB !!! Very cool !

@JohnJohn-kr6is 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much mate!

@Danone1818 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing ! Well done !

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@user-gk6fr7li2p 2 ай бұрын

good video ! anyone notice the parts website from FCP or ECS don't show rear door part number, when you got your part was left front part number still good for left rear door ?

@michor10 5 жыл бұрын

Another cool little thing that can be 3D printed :D

@AdolfoAlaniz 7 жыл бұрын

I see now, thanks. I did not see the first few seconds, lol.

@Jo-hannson 7 жыл бұрын

thank you

@sandrayates2991 6 жыл бұрын

A spot on tutorial....thanks. Have you made one for the front lock which appears a tad more problematical in that the window channel is in the way 😡😡

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

I haven't as of yet, once one of mine fail I'll be sure to do so.

@just4grinz 4 жыл бұрын

Hi i have the same pronlem, but i can't open the door inside nor outside; i've already remodes the door trim and foam protective foam and figured out wiring. I know it is exactly the same scenario you have Thanks

@francarl7070 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative. My problem is that I can't open the door at all either from inside or outside. The actuator has malfunctioned and seized in the locked position. I've scoured KZfaq without success. Lots of videos but not for this specific problem. Any suggestions? Thanks

@jeremeyf1966 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video. I have a 328i same year model. Was that rear actuator the same part number as the front? I know right/left are different obviously, but I can't find anything definite for front/rear.

@shaenshaennewanachat3163 6 жыл бұрын

Instead if making a mess with the seal glue. Use a razor blade and cut throught it. It will not create strands and make a mess everywhere. Its easier to reinstall as well.

@aarontimbol 6 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful, thank you! After putting it all back together, I realized I didn't secure the puddle lamp wire to the actuator. Is the purpose of that to give clearance to the window as it rolls down?

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah as a precaution to avoid getting snagged up.

@lilclipps 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your videos! I've used a few of your tutorials to work on my car. I was wondering if you would be able to give me the part number for the rear left actuator as when i search for it only the front left actuator comes up. Are they both the same actuator? Thank you in advance and keep up the informative videos !

@MathGeekQ 6 жыл бұрын

Did you find an answer to this? BMW on Amazon says the part number is 51-22-7-202-147, but when i search by that part number, all other sellers say it won't fit my 328i 2007. It's very confusing.

@lilclipps 6 жыл бұрын

Yes i did find the correct part and yes it was fairly confusing. The part number you listed ended up being the correct one for my year. Unfortunately, BMW makes it even that much more difficult to get the correct part, by having different part numbers based on the year and MONTH your car was produced..... I used realoem . com to pin point the proper part # for my BMW's year and month. Using that website was very beneficial, it also gives you the "updated" part #. I wish you the best of lock lol (pun intended). If you have any other inquires feel free to ask.

@spitzmanndm 6 жыл бұрын

thank you for the clear and calm vidéo. a question: you just don't disconnect your batterry?

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Disconnecting the battery when working on your car is always a good idea but it's not required to do this job.

@Aljbwri1986 6 жыл бұрын

Thank u great help

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped.

@thecapitanculogordo 6 жыл бұрын

I do not speak English. so I do not understand the part where you talk about the courtesy lights on the door handle. My car has a bad one, do you think I can replace it without having to disassemble the Door Lock Actuator? Thanks for the help they are excellent videos

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Just the light in the door handle is bad?

@AdolfoAlaniz 7 жыл бұрын

How did you open the door prior to removal of the actuator?

@TelstarTAK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have an issue with my rear left on my E90. Do you know if there's a way to open the door manually from inside? I have the door card removed and it opened a couple of times initially from inside using the internal latch, but now it won't open. The mechanism just rattles when I use the remote fob, but the door lock doesn't open, so i can't remove and replace the lock.

@taylorgiroux9870 Жыл бұрын

did you ever figure this out? im in the same boat

@TelstarTAK Жыл бұрын

@@taylorgiroux9870 it was a while ago now. I think I removed the metal lever from its plastic mount that operates the lock and used a flat head screw driver to turn the mechanism inside. I think it was inserted at an angle but possible to do if you persist.

@albertpimentel8230 7 жыл бұрын

God job bro

@VehicularDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@MrSavon42 7 жыл бұрын

I'm going out to buy the tools. What sizes are the screws?

@ellectorp4245 2 жыл бұрын

How many PINS has de conector?? 7? Or 5?

@dylangallardo6701 2 жыл бұрын

do you by any chance have an exact OE part number for this?

@chef423 3 жыл бұрын

What is the part number for this!! I cannot find it for the 2008 335i

@patlubin9197 6 жыл бұрын

@Vehicular DIY 1:30 I see the circlip that attaches to the door lock rod. Does that need to be inserted into the actuator before the lock rod goes in? After fixing a regulator, I broke a circlip by slamming the door closed on the dangling lock rod. Bought a new circlip and put it on the lock rod first. Now unable to pop the lock rod into the actuator.

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah the lock rod should snap into that after it's already inserted into the actuator.

@patlubin9197 6 жыл бұрын

Vehicular DIY yes I went ahead and tried that. Turned out my lock rod wasn't properly bent back into shape. The lock kept sticking in the grommet. Made a small adjustment and all's good now. Nice informative video. Something to keep in mind if I need a full repair.

@franciscotaborda6708 7 жыл бұрын

+Vehicular DIY you can actually fix that actuator. you just need to buy those plastic parts. You can look on ebay for example for Central Door Lock Repair Kit. I've just fixed two door locks, and going to the 3rd.

@VehicularDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Nice, how much did that cost you?

@franciscotaborda6708 7 жыл бұрын

4 doors 35€ :)

@Electricalwav 5 жыл бұрын

@@franciscotaborda6708 have the link?

@basedtiger8984 7 жыл бұрын

Hello I'm having this issue with my door but the door is sealed shut stuck, any ideas on how to open the door to swap the actuator? Thank you

@bboymoshen1 6 жыл бұрын

I had the same issue, i removed the door panel from the inside, pulled back the insulation and reached in. On the actuator itself theres a tab that hooks the cable from the handle if you reach in there and push down on that tab it will open the door, so you can finish the job like he does in the video. Hope this help and Good luck.

@yota_guy8955 5 жыл бұрын

is rear driver lock actuator same as the driver side lock actuator?

@shanzee 6 жыл бұрын

I changed my rear door driver side actuator, every thing went well except I am not able to open from outside. Any suggestions?

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Check the cable that goes from the outside door handle to the actuator. Perhaps that is binding up.

@lilclipps 6 жыл бұрын

Whats the part number and where did you purchase the actuator?

@chef423 3 жыл бұрын

@@lilclipps Yes, I need this too!

@emo_cartel9036 8 ай бұрын

Part number??? Are the front and rear interchangeable?

@NSGreatmaN 6 жыл бұрын

Hello I did this but now the door doesn’t open at all, it feels like it doesn’t pull on nothing when trying to open it from inside or outside, any idea how I can open?

@VehicularDIY 6 жыл бұрын

The interior door handle has no resistance?

@dagostfrancois7761 7 жыл бұрын

moi pour la vidéo,je doit changer ma serrure arrière gauche cela vas bien m'aidée,vue les prix que pratique bmw,je vais économisé minimum 65€

@atinoteintunovas9969 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for showing Me! I am doing the same job in my car thanks to you! Take care, my friend. Good luck and very long life to you. Bye!!! The next job I have to do is to change the motor to raise the window which just broke when I opened the window. Boomers!!! I start to hate the car. Everything is starting to brake. How cheap all the materials they use!! But it is not your fault anyway. Heheheheheheh!!!! Bye for now! ! !