How To Install Power Door Locks Ford Ranger

When one of these sealed units fails there is no way to repair it so replacement is your only option.

How to install power door locks ford ranger.

If you have aftermarket locks will need to bend the rod for the actuator to match the angle of the door lock button rod. I am not going to cover adding the individual components here because i added complete power doors to a project truck. Ok so the first thing you will want to do is disconnect the negative battery cable. If you have the factory power lock assembly s all you have to do is attach the actuator to the door and the rod to the push down lock rod.

In my case i am working with a 2000 ranger xl 4wd but most rangers should be similar with the exception of different color wires on different years. Then hook up the power connectors. Power windows door locks and mirrors. 1a auto shows you how to repair install fix change or replace a damaged worn out faulty or shorted power door lock switch.

Part 1 of replacing the driver side door lock actuator on my 2000 ford ranger. Disconnect negative battery cable. Common hand tools. Your ford dealer can supply you with the correct actuator for your year and model if you give a parts salesperson the vehicle identification number.

Disengage door pull panel from the rest of the door panel. This video is applicable to t. Ford uses a modular design door lock actuator.