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Old Sep 9, 2003 | 07:59 AM
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Question Power Lock Actuator

"Hello There,
This question relates to a 1993 4 door Ford Explorer. The Power Lock Actuator on the rear passenger side door has failed. I opened up the door panel ,disconnected the link arm from the inside door handle and can hold the actuator in my hand. It fails to move back and forth and instead just buzzez in my hand.
How do you remove this unit from the door. I unscrewed the 3 screws that hold the door latch to the door but this still does not allow access to where the other two link rods attach to the latch. The link rod from the actuator bends 90 degrees and then 90 again and seems impossible to remove. I would really appreciate some help with this.

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Old Sep 9, 2003 | 11:33 AM
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Power Lock Actuator

This is from the 95 service manual. Hope it help!

Actuator, Power Door Lock, Ranger and Explorer


Removal and Installation

1. Remove liftgate door trim panel and watershield from door. Refer to «Section 01-05A».

2. Drill out retaining pop rivet.

3. Rotate actuator motor forward and twist rod end out of door latch.

4. Disconnect wire harness plug at motor connector.

For installation, follow removal procedures in reverse order. Check for proper operation.

A rivet must retain actuator bracket securely. A loose bracket will affect actuator function by causing a loss of travel, or by causing binding or rattle. Install rivet with Heavy-Duty Riveter D80L-23200-A or equivalent.

Old motor bracket must be replaced with new bracket which is supplied with replacement actuator motor assembly.
 
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