Car or Truck Door Locks Not Working - Replacing Door Lock Actuator

Car or Truck Door Locks Not Working - Replacing Door Lock Actuator - 07-13 Toyota Tundra

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5 жыл бұрын

I've installed several door lock actuators now and I've learned several things along the way. I also spoke with some professionals to get some tips and tricks. All of that information is shared in this video. There is definitely a wrong and a right way to install a door lock actuator. I highly suggest you do not purchase an aftermarket actuator. They are known to have issues. Brand new actuators can be very pricey but you have a great option on eBay.
This video is sponsored by Actuators Plus (eBay). They sell OEM actuators with an optional lifetime warranty. All you have to do is return your faulty actuator in their pre-labelled shipping envelope and your lifetime warranty will be activated.
www.ebay.com/str/Actuators-Plus
*Actuators Plus did provide the actuator for this installation video free of charge *
Symptoms of a bad actuator:
1. A door will not lock or unlock using your power locks button in your vehicle
2. Your remote will no longer allow you to lock or unlock the doors of your vehicle.

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@douglaswilson4814 6 ай бұрын

I’ve had this part for about a year but have been putting it off. With your help it went way easier than expected. Many thanks my friend.

@TightWadDIY 6 ай бұрын

That’s great to hear!

@eddiehuiz 5 ай бұрын

Same here🎉

@martinm.8343 3 ай бұрын

My brother, you saved my life!!!! This is the second time I've paid to get these actuators changed, and now for the third time you taught me to do it my self and it worked. IT WORKED!!!! Thank you so much! This time, the only expense was the part itself. THANK YOU X1000!!!

@TightWadDIY 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Hopefully you got a good quality actuator this time so you don’t have to do it again.

@billkirchheiner2118 Жыл бұрын

This video was very helpful! I fixed my door in no time at all. The tip about the rod going through the mechanism as well as the door lock fitting in the cross was the best and probably something I would have overlooked! Thanks!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

That’s the reason I made the video! No others showed that step when I was looking.

@hoofhearted1833 4 ай бұрын

All these years later and everything is still the same. Just replaced both of mine and your video was gold! Thanks!

@TightWadDIY 4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@ershaffer711 3 жыл бұрын

BY FAR the most comprehensive and well explained video for this I have ever seen! Can't thank you enough for this! I wish I could like it 100 times. Thank you!

@madcamp44 10 ай бұрын

Your teaching is so detailed and easy to follow. Super impressive! Awesome job!

@TightWadDIY 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jimh8080 Ай бұрын

Great step by step directions worked perfectly for me. Thanks

@TightWadDIY Ай бұрын

I’m glad it worked for you too!

@yeates26 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this video. It made it possible for me to replace both driver and passenger side door lock actuators today. The best tutorial for this job hands down! 2014 Tundra

@willyfoofoo6076 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo!! This is how a "How To" video is supposed to look. Very detailed and instructional. Thank you very much!

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind compliment! I’m a teacher by trade so I like to think I provide clear instructions. I have several other videos for this truck so be sure to subscribe.

@MarioDLuna 2 жыл бұрын

Hey brother....took two tries but got it done. Your instructions were very clear and helped me out on my Sequoia. THANK YOU.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

That’s great! I’m glad you got it done. It’s tedious process and you need to follow it step by step!

@robertdykstra5319 7 ай бұрын

This video was great. After I found it I ordered from actuators plus. The actuators came fast and I was able to install 3 actuators on my truck with little difficulty.

@TightWadDIY 7 ай бұрын

That’s great news!

@BfreeBob 8 ай бұрын

Very clear and helpful tutorial! Toyota actuators seem to be junk if my experience is typical. I replaced two actuators on my 2015 Lexus RX 350 yesterday and I have two more to replace on my 2012 Tundra.

@TightWadDIY 8 ай бұрын

Yeah I’v replaced three of the four on this truck.

@erichenline Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video and link to Actuators Plus. I changed my passenger door out in about 45 minutes and thanks to your tips, had no issues. Thank you again!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

That’s great!

@springguntunes 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial. BRAVO! Thank you for the door latch trick. I would have surely made that one major mistake. Also mine is the driver's door so I would have missed that lock screw too. Very good. I've watched at least a dozen tutorials on this and they all missed the big stuff. Always greatful. Also bought an actuator from your guy. I've been using the door key for almost two years. Thank you.

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it. I’m glad it helped you out. I decided to make the video because others left some of the harder parts out. I have several videos for this truck to make sure to subscribe.

@paulnunley4879 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. Step by step instructions work exactly for a 2019 Tundra CrewMax. I appreciate you taking the time to help others. You saved me $650 at the shop to replace one actuator! Ditto other comments regarding the rod mechanism and the door lock fitting. Invaluable.

@stevenseuffert9762 10 ай бұрын

You the man tightwad. Just had to do the driver side on a Lexus GS350. Thanks for showing key tumbler step. Actuator plus should give you a cut of the action

@LHall-tu4xp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Watch your video several times that it took me less than an hour to complete. Dealership wanted almost $500 for that service. Great job and thank you.

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. That’s a lot of saved money! I’m glad you found it helpful. I couldn’t find a video showing the whole process so that’s why I recorded this one. I have several other videos for this truck too so make sure you subscribe.

@josemojica9347 4 ай бұрын

Just did this a minute ago and I gotta say thanks for the informational video now all my locks work !!!

@TightWadDIY 4 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@ihrojo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to show how to fix it. I have the same problem with my tundra 2007 and you just helped me saving hundreds dollars 🙏

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Great! I’ve had to replace 3 of the 4 on my truck. Haven’t had any issues since.

@ace_condor Жыл бұрын

Exceptional video! Changed out the passenger door actuator in my 2007 Tundra. Not long after, my driver side started acting up so I replaced that one as well.

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found the video. It’s a tedious process for sure!

@clintcarter7294 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Saved me a lot of money and time. I've never removed a door panel or replaced a door actuator before. Felt good. One area where I messed up was not securing the green cable as far down as it would go in the door. I would open the door once and then it wouldn't work anymore because the cable kept slipping out of its holder. I used an aftermarket actuator because the OEM's are only lasting me about 2-3 years. This is the third set of actuators on this 2013 Sequoia Platinum. Total parts were just under $100 for driver and passenger doors on the front.

@TightWadDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Clint Carter Hopefully you have your issue fixed now. I tried an aftermarket from Rock Auto but the latch part didn’t fit properly so I sent it back. That’s why I went with a refurbished OEM. I haven’t had an issue on any of the three I replaced so far.

@artsol8125 24 күн бұрын

Great step by step video. As my actuator just went out and had to replace!thank you.

@TightWadDIY 24 күн бұрын

I hope you’re able to get it fixed.

@artsol8125 24 күн бұрын

@@TightWadDIY with this video i was able to complete my replacement pretty quickly. Thanks again. Did have to loosen that window railing to get the actuator out.

@user-eb5pc2dm7n Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video!! I was able to replace mine for the first time in about 2x the time it took me to watch the video. I have now become a subscriber. Thanks again!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

That’s great! Im glad it worked for you too! Thanks for the sub.

@frenchtoast_em 2 ай бұрын

Video helped a ton. Ran through everything I needed to do

@TightWadDIY 2 ай бұрын

I’m glad you found it helpful.

@martinwest6603 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video just did my 2018 Tundra using this only difference was the door handle wiring single plug instead of two. Thank you very much.

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

Good to know!

@Hikage_Maru 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a well made video! Saved me from paying a mechanic.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

That’s great! I’m glad the video gave you the confidence to get it done! I have several videos for the Tundra so be sure to subscribe.

@wcombs 3 ай бұрын

My goodness this video was perfect. Exactly what I needed.

@TightWadDIY 3 ай бұрын

It’s my pleasure. I couldn’t find another video showing the full process. I thought I’d make my own.

@onehappystud Жыл бұрын

Huge thank you for the video! I got the actuator on E-Bay, and your video made for a smooth install. Great stuff.

@TightWadDIY 11 ай бұрын

That’s great news!

@philcollins2176 2 жыл бұрын

Changed out the front right and left actuators on 07 tundra. Excellent video and thanks for the actuatorplus tip.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Great! I haven’t had any additional trouble with mine!

@boomdoggy 2 жыл бұрын

Very, VERY well presented and articulated!!! I just bought my son a 2010 Tundra & the passenger side door actuator needs replacing. I’m gonna use your vid as my tutorial. Btw your name cracks me up!!!

@ilovetotri23 2 жыл бұрын

Just replaced to front door lock actuators on my 2014 Tundra thanks to your video! It was relatively easy. I did get my new actuators from Actuators Plus and I am very impressed! They included a postage paid return envelope for my faulty actuators. I am so grateful for your great post! My only hiccups were not knowing how to reconnect the drivers door electrical connector, and forgetting to bolt the passenger side window track before replacing the door panel, ugh. The whole job, including the hiccups took about an hour. I would encourage almost anyone to do this job before having a shop do it. If anyone knows of a video tutorial on all the Toyota electrical connectors and how they work please send me the link. Thanks again!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

That’s great! I’m glad to hear you were able to get yours done too!

@MrDBEATER Жыл бұрын

Great video! Just knocked it out in an hr. I did almost forget to bolt the window rail back in place. Thank you!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped you out!

@jeffwilton1929 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video, I followed your thorough instructions and completed the actuator replacement in far less time than I expected.

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found it helpful. When I struggled with my first one I knew I needed to make a video for others. I have a lot of videos for this truck so he sure to subscribe.

@lovebarbie3589 2 жыл бұрын

How long

@lovebarbie3589 2 жыл бұрын

Was your part around 25$-60$

@rjm337j 2 жыл бұрын

@@lovebarbie3589 45 minutes

@8u2b 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾!!!! Saved me a ton of cash. Wife and I replaced it tonight. Best tutorial ever!

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I’m glad it worked for you too! Thanks for the kind compliment. Please consider subscribing.

@adansoto2515 Жыл бұрын

Worked perfectly! Very thorough video. Thanks a lot!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@mattmcneely863 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I would have never never attempted this without it. Thanks

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear! I’m glad this gave your the confidence to fix yours.

@mrblueskynm3968 Жыл бұрын

Perfect! Both driver and front passenger locks have this same symptoms on a 2010 Tundra. Thanks so much!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

Yes sir. It seems to be an issue with most Tundras.

@juliegabestinson4151 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I followed along with my replacement and all went well!!!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! I’m glad you found it helpful.

@seerex8398 2 жыл бұрын

excellent video , helped me do all 4 doors I less than 3 hours with no issues , also like the price and service of the actuators plus , thank you again

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m glad you were able to get it done easily! I’ve done three of my four. They are a great company. I love OEM parts so their service is a no brainer.

@grassman506 2 жыл бұрын

Man!! you just did exactly what I have to do. Just perfect bro

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t find a great video for it so that’s why I made this one. Let me know how it goes.

@danstrickland2731 3 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful. Replaced one today. Thank you!

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad it worked for you too!

@sheckel2 9 ай бұрын

Great video. You made this job so easy. Thanks.

@TightWadDIY 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting me know. I couldn’t find a great video for it so I knew I needed to make one.

@marchohorst1504 3 жыл бұрын

Video was spot on. Great instructions!!

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad it worked for you too!

@kbroomfield7528 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I've been dreading replacing the small motor and after seeing your video, ordered the actuator and 30 min install because of your clear instructions. My lock works now and I avoided the shutting my door and not being able to open it up pitfall thanks to your instructions. :-)

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I contemplated replacing the motor too but I’m so glad I didn’t!

@kbroomfield7528 2 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY My wife couldn't believe how fast I did this project, very successful and I only broke one clip which I had purchased from a year ago when I was going to do the motor replacement. :-) Much thanks!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@kbroomfield7528 it’s always nice to impress the wife while saving money! 👊🏼

@shannonsheely8904 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Saved me a good amount! Excellent video.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. I’m glad you found it helpful. Be sure to subscribe. I have several videos for the Tundra.

@davidcontreras6740 4 ай бұрын

This video was excelent, and helpful , I fix my sequoia 2008 step by step and I did it!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@TightWadDIY 4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@TheSportsfan5 Жыл бұрын

Very well put together video.

@56nawal 4 жыл бұрын

you saved me a lot of money thank you again

@TightWadDIY 4 жыл бұрын

56nawal You are welcome. Did you get yours replaced yet?

@joelertel8365 4 ай бұрын

This worked perfectly for my 2017 Sequoia

@TightWadDIY 4 ай бұрын

I’m glad to hear it worked for you too

@ericgregory3944 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, brother! Super helpful!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. I have several videos for this truck.

@mynorgabrielplato5912 Жыл бұрын

Great an very helpful tutorial sir. Thank you

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@fasguy699 8 ай бұрын

Great Video- thank you!

@TightWadDIY 8 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@jeffreycollins6275 2 жыл бұрын

You had the answer as to why I could not unlock my door with the key. Thank you

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Were you able to get it fixed?

@trtech7496 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope it helped you out!

@rynojadams 3 жыл бұрын

just watched your video as I'm getting ready to do mine. one question, could you test the manual outside handle before getting everything in place...just to double-check that it was installed correctly?

@Mish_the_ish 5 ай бұрын

Thank you soo much this helped a lot

@TightWadDIY 5 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@ltveh123 21 күн бұрын

Very good informative video

@TightWadDIY 20 күн бұрын

So nice of you

@margarety9035 3 жыл бұрын

VERY thorough instructions. I am glad I came across your video. My husband followed it precisely and now I don't have to use the long handle of the squeegee to lock/unlock the passenger door. YAY!!!!! If you don't already have a 2015 Rav4, please purchase one, so you can teach him how to fix anything that may go wrong. Subscribing to you now!

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a tedious process. I’m glad you found the video and we’re able to get yours fixed too.

@lelandrychel3331 2 ай бұрын

Unusual situation - my key would turn the lock, but no result. 2012 Tundra. I was ready to remove the lock assembly, until I saw your tip about the key assembly. I took that apart, seemed fine, reassembled just the key lock. Works fine. And it feels different. It now has a solid feel to the actuators. Wonder if it was not seated in the nylon star in the door? Anyway, great tips well done - and you just saved me a buttload of work. Thank you.

@TightWadDIY 2 ай бұрын

It’s odd that it would have lost connection but glad you figured it out.

@ilovetotri23 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@56nawal 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@tonyculverhouse4366 2 жыл бұрын

That's how training videos should be. Thanks!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That’s actually why I started the channel several years ago. There were too many videos with good content but poor instructions.

@Katy-Did Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@TightWadDIY Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@christophervines9756 Жыл бұрын

He is very right on making sure that metal rod is in place 😂...what a pain in the ass to get the door open. Luckily a 3ft rod from Homedepot with a hook bent on the end and an endoscope taped to the rod. I was able to fish the makeshift rod through the window switch panel hole and somehow hook the lever opening the door. Took about an hour of fishing around and bending the rod but I can't imagine what a mechanic would have charge me!! Less learn watch the whole video!! Haha

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea for anyone else in that situation. I’m sure you were quite frustrated.

@videoworks7731 4 жыл бұрын

very good

@tomsiska1891 9 ай бұрын

Outstanding Video - Thank you so much. I did the drivers side front door on my 2014 Tundra, all went smoothly. I had watched another video when doing my rear passenger side door and never put the metal bar back in. The door is now shut but it cant be opened from inside or out. BIG MISTAKE working on how to remedy this since it is nearly impossible to pull the door skin with the door closed. If any one has a suggestion - I'm all ears. If I find a way, I'll post it

@TightWadDIY 9 ай бұрын

I’m glad you found the video helpful. I’m really not sure how to get the door open. Maybe ask a local mechanic if they have any ideas.

@brenku Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@lucillecorrell9237 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos.. I just have one question when you replace the door lock actuator.. can you use the old key bop.. mine's not working. Appreciate your help, thank you, Lucille

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

Yes. Are you sure you got the rod with the star on the end from the outside handle in the correct way? You aren’t changing anything except the motor really. It has no impact on the keys.

@jkucukov 3 ай бұрын

On my 2015 Sequoia the Left driver door locks and unlocks with remote just not with physical key in the door lock, what could be the issue? I looked with a boor camera to make sure that cross you make reference to in your video is turning left and right, is there additional linkage going down to the lock actuator from the lock cross?

@markgunder5593 Жыл бұрын

Question!!!! What if my door is shut and I can't open it? I know for sure it's everything in this video that I have to do but the part with the bar with tight space is what's loose or off and now I can't get my back driver side door open???

@Struckmonster12 10 ай бұрын

Would I have to do anything to my fob for the doors to unlock/lock when the actuator is replaced or is it good to go after installment?

@webcrawler3332 Жыл бұрын

One of my rear locks won’t “lock” when I use the key fob. It unlocks no problem. When I move the lock switch manually I can unlock and lock also. Do you think the actuator is going bad in my instance?

@johngillings2102 2 жыл бұрын

Found out the hard way that my key didnt work after replacing actuator. Thanks for the video!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

What made the key not work?

@johngillings2102 2 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY I never loosen the torx screw and repositioned the piece back in

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@johngillings2102 ahhh.. were you able to get it fixed?

@johngillings2102 2 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY absolutely! Thanks again

@alfederico7391 3 жыл бұрын

Is this the same procedure for the rear doors? I have a rear passenger door that has a door lock issue. Great video! Thanks.

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. It’s very similar.

@pelon4374 3 жыл бұрын

2015 Toyota Tundra do you know the model number mine is having the same issue

@jonathanallen6681 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Question, my door will always lock. But very rarely unlock. Is that the same issue as described in this video? Thank you

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

It could be. I’m not positive though.

@andrewcarwile8499 Жыл бұрын

Very frustrated.... your video was great. My 2011 crew max is having issues... The drivers door is the only one that works with my drivers switch. The key fab does the same thing. I just changed my rear drivers actuator out... still not working... Any tips???

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

Are you sure you installed it properly? The first one I bought from RockAuto didn’t work.

@lburton3959 2 жыл бұрын

Makes me want to be a mechanic!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Haha! Makes me appreciate mechanics!

@brentleedy79 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, wish I would have found it before I did the job. I missed the back rod, and my door is now sick shut. Not clue what to do.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I’m really not sure how to fix that. You may have to call an auto repair shop. Maybe a body shop.

@brentleedy79 2 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY I emailed actuatorsplus, who I bought the actuator from, and he gave me some advice. You can get it with a rod(thick wire hanger) going down the window slot, but it is tedious, and frustrating.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@brentleedy79 I hope you are able to get it. Glad he offered some advice!

@rolandogarcia7135 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. I removed and replaced. I order part from Actuators plus as recommended but I had same issue. Either they sent me a part that they did not repair or I have a different issue what do you think.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I would reach out to Actuators Plus. He was very responsive and knowledgeable when I emailed him.

@rickvigil5847 5 ай бұрын

If you're door won't open on either side roll down the window take the window trim off of the exterior the trim that has the filt facing inside that will give you a bigger gap to look down the door with your light i took a carbin fiber cleaning rod push down the actuator handle down open the door

@TightWadDIY 5 ай бұрын

That’s a great tip! Thanks.

@mourningwarbler 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very interesting! But it is way over my head. (Is it a good idea to find an actuator at an auto "grave yard" where they sell parts that you pull from the old cars yourself? My son's got problems with a car window and is thinking of getting the part that way.)

@TightWadDIY 5 жыл бұрын

mourningwarbler That is a good way to find affordable parts. The only issue is they don’t typically come with warranty. The actuator wouldn’t be the part he needs if his windows don’t work. It only controls the locks.

@mourningwarbler 5 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY I know. Thanks!

@Oscarflores-gp4kw 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video i have one question you think that a Toyota tundra 2005 it maybe the same process or not

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

It should be similar but know some parts will vary.

@abdiarguello8881 Жыл бұрын

Great video, I did get the parts from Actuator plus and will replace my actuator this weekend. I have a question? When I unlock my doors only the driver side works and the other 3 doors wont unlock, and if unlock it from the driver side by pressing the button to unlock only the driver side unlocks. does that mean I need to replace the actuators from the back doors too? I would appreciate any comments

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

It does sound like your actuators may be bad on all of the doors that aren’t unlocking. Did they all start this at the same time though?

@abdiarguello8881 Жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY I did replaced the actuator and it worked a OK, all the doors were unlocking but few days after it stop working, so I am wondering if the locking and unlocking switch is bad as well? I went ahead an order a switch for my passenger door and we will see. I hope that is the problem!

@TightWadDIY Жыл бұрын

@@abdiarguello8881 That’s the only other thing I can think it might be.

@eddiehuiz 5 ай бұрын

Great video thanks , I have a question , what happens when changing the driver door actuator and locking it, I try opening my door and it opens , even tho the locks work my handle opens the truck ! Would it be a bad actuator ?

@TightWadDIY 5 ай бұрын

Are you sure the locks are actually locking or are they locking and unlocking really quickly?

@eddiehuiz 5 ай бұрын

@@TightWadDIY they are locking correctly same speed all of them, just the driving door opens as soon as I pulled my door handle, lock or unlock still opens

@georged.3478 2 ай бұрын

Got an ‘07 Tundra. The driver side door handle won’t open the door from the outside. You can open it from the inside but not outside. The door handle will also not retract back, almost like it has lost whatever tensioner it was connected to. Dealership said it was the door handle that’s broken but I don’t think it is. I tried to install a new handle and it was doing the same thing. Any tips?

@TightWadDIY 2 ай бұрын

I’m really not sure. I assume there is a cable that should be attached that provides the tension.

@alpineruleshockey7527 2 ай бұрын

I’ve got a 2011 tundra and just recently my power door locks only engages 21:33 the driver’s door. There used to be a slight delay and the other 3 doors would lock or unlock. Would one actuator fix this or do I have to replace all of them

@TightWadDIY 2 ай бұрын

Each lock is typically independent. I’ve replaced 3 of my four actuators but all at different times.

@BDTube2006 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings TightWadDIY, I have a problem that the manual door lock moves freely... I can press the power locks to lock the door, but the manual lock button simply rocks back and forth... Any suggestions?

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

One of the cables shown here (green and white) could have come loose.

@noraakare364 3 ай бұрын

If I want to fix the rear door would it be the same? Because the doors don’t have the same lock as the front one. I’m talking about Mazda Lantis 2004. Thank you!

@TightWadDIY 3 ай бұрын

It’s similar but doesn’t have the piece with the cross.

@noraakare364 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much

@antoniotony4201 2 жыл бұрын

Help. I have a 2008 nissan altima rear passenger door is locked up due to low temperatures. Actuator burned out. Can't unlock. It's locked at locked. Took it to my mechanic. Was told had to take it to a body shop. Is it possible to replace the actuator without damaging the door or car? If this happen before on nissans? Thank you. Any information helps.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry this happened. I’m not sure how to get to it without being able to open the door.

@ilovetotri23 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever tried replacing Serpentine Belt, Tensioner Pulley, & Idler Pulley on said truck?

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I replaced the serpentine belt but haven’t uploaded the video yet. Didn’t replace any pulleys.

@ilovetotri23 2 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY Can not wait to see the video! It is my next project.

@allenwiechmann5953 2 жыл бұрын

I've replaced both front actuators using KZfaq , but now I need to replace the rear door lock actuator on my 2012 CrewMax. Do you know if there is anything different in the process? I can't find a video specific for the rear doors on a 2007 to 2013 Tundra.

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

It’s similar. If you’ve done the front, you can do the rear pretty easily. I’ve done one of mine.

@allenwiechmann5953 2 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY Thanks

@8u2b 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have ideas as to why the door will open from the outside but not the the inside handle? Thank you again.

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

It sounds like one of your cables is disengaged or broken.

@8u2b 3 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY thanks for the reply. I went back and checked all the cables. They were still connected. I took the new one off and returned it auto zone. It was $277 and didn’t work. Ordered from the eBay store you suggested and saved over $200 more dollars. Only issue I have now is I cross threaded the screw to reset the key lock. It is holding now with some lock tight. Thank you so much. I also did the toothpaste headlight restore last night.

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

@@8u2b You could try using a tap to rethread for that screw if the loctite fails. I always recommend using OEM parts when available. I also started with an actuator from RockAuto and it was close but not an exact match so I returned it prior to finding Actuators Plus. I’ve now replaced all four of my actuators using their parts and have had zero issues.

@8u2b 3 жыл бұрын

@@TightWadDIY got the new to me one installed and everything is working great. Took me probably 30 minutes this time around. Thank you sir!!

@TightWadDIY 3 жыл бұрын

@@8u2b The second time is much easier for sure!

@DJDuncanDesigns 2 жыл бұрын

Would this also work on a 2010 Jeep Liberty? I'm about to take the plunge as I cannot afford the $500 bill a mechanic wants!

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

It’s the same concept but Obviously not exact.

@Ben-of6rp 2 жыл бұрын

What’s the different between that and the door lock motor?

@TightWadDIY 2 жыл бұрын

It’s all the same system.

@darrellbraniff5129 9 ай бұрын

My doors are not locking with remote or on door switches. They will unlock with remote and switches. Doors will not lock when speed is reached but will unlock when placed in park. Am I understanding correctly that both driver and passenger actuators have failed at the same time?

@TightWadDIY 9 ай бұрын

Interesting. I’d try just one first to see if that is your issue.

@darrellbraniff5129 9 ай бұрын

I'm waiting for the delivery of the driver's door actuator. I'm not convinced that is the issue but I'll let you know.@@TightWadDIY

@oliviad735 3 ай бұрын

what if it’s all four doors? cause i can’t even lock and unlock with my key fob! even tried to reprogram it but still not working so imma get it looked at tomorrow not toyota probably Monday if the place i go can’t fix it

@TightWadDIY 3 ай бұрын

Could be the fob or a fuse.

@oliviad735 3 ай бұрын

@@TightWadDIY yah cause i tried reprogramming the fob n it still didn’t work even got a new battery for the fob

@JSKenterprise 11 ай бұрын

Is the 2013 Toyota Sequoia the same setup as the your Tundra?

@TightWadDIY 11 ай бұрын

Should be. I think it was 07-13.

@JSKenterprise 11 ай бұрын

@@TightWadDIY Thanks

@byronr9119 6 ай бұрын

Help. I just installed this into my 2016 Tundra both driver and passenger sides. Now the moment I close either door, they unlock themselves. No matter what I do. I basically have no way to lock my truck now. Any idea how to rectify?

@byronr9119 6 ай бұрын

So upon further investigation- the door jam latch, when it clips onto the metal loop to secure the door shut, forces my lock to pop back open. Not sure how to make that stop happening.

@TightWadDIY 6 ай бұрын

Wow. I’ve never heard of that. I’d call a local mechanics and see if they know.

@infoinfo6910 4 ай бұрын

Hello, If anyone can help me with this locking/unlocking issue for my 2009 Jeep Compass: - With the remote OR the inside driver locking/unlocking button, I can unlock only the driver door. - With the remote OR the inside driver locking/unlicking button, I can lock all the doors. - The doors other than the driver open manually. - The trunk does not unlock. THANK YOU VERY MUCH