How to Replace a Door Lock Actuator: Ford Explorer Lift Gate Repair

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Fixing power door locks requires replacing the door lock actuator. Learn how to replace the power door lock actuator in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

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  Grab Handle Installation: Ford Explorer Lift Gate Repair

  Installing the grab handle and cover plates on a Ford Explorer lift gate is easier than you may think. Learn how to install the grab handle and cover plates on a Ford Explorer in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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  Grab Handle Removal: Ford Explorer Lift Gate Repair

  Removing the grab handle on a Ford Explorer is done by using a flat blade screwdriver. Learn how to remove the grab handle and cover plates on the rear door of a Ford Explorer in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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  How to Install Door Skin

  Lining up the hooks when installing door skin makes installation much easier. Learn how to install door skin in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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  How to Remove Door Skin

  Removing the door skin is done by using a five way. The five way works great for removing Christmas trees out of body panels. Learn how to remove door skin in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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  Power Door Lock Actuator Removal: Ford Explorer Lift Gate Repair

  When removing the power lock actuator from the door frame one small electrical connector should be disconnected. Learn how to remove the power lock actuator on the rear door of a Ford Explorer in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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  Power Lock Actuator Installation: Ford Explorer Lift Gate Repair

  Installing a power door lock actuator requires silicone spray. Learn how to install a power lock actuator on the lift gate of a Ford Explorer in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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  Tools for Replacing a Rear Lock Actuator on a Ford Explorer

  Tools such as a socket set are necessary for replacing the rear lock actuator for the automatic lock on a Ford Explorer. Find out what tools you will need to replace a rear lock actuator on a Ford Explorer in these free auto repair video instructions featuring a certified mechanic.

  

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Summary: Your car is a complex machine made up of simple machines that have many different parts and processes that must be checked for breakage, leaks, and wear. Properly working power door locks are a great convenience for any car owner. At some point you will need to fix or replace the power door locks in your vehicle. Would you like to know how to remove and replace the power door lock in a rear lift gate yourself? The process is not as complicated as it sounds, and makes a great do-it-yourself weekend project.

In this free auto repair video series learn how to replace the door lock motor for the lift gate of a Ford Explorer from certified mechanic Nathan McCullough. Nathan will tell you what tools and steps are required to replace the door lock actuator on the lift gate of a Ford Explorer. He will demonstrate how to remove the grab handle and cover plates on the lift gate, how to remove door skin, how to remove a power door lock actuator, how to install a power lock actuator, how to install door skin, and how to install the grab handles and cover plates for the lift gate of a Ford Explorer.

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