Toyota Tacoma Door Latch Problems

Replace the motor and then reverse the directions.

Toyota tacoma door latch problems.

I also learned that it can get pretty expensive to have toyota fix the issue. The problem has progressed from bad to worse. Rather than replacing the entire door lock actuator you can replace the little motor that is inside the. Single door fails to lock unlock.

Once they are removed there are three bolts that hold it to the door. This video shows the door lock latch for a 1998 toyota camry though it might give reference for other models as well i show how it operates and tell how to. While removing panel look for and detach electrical cables. Genuine toyota part 6932035200 69320 35200.

Remove the door panel by finding screws along the exterior of the door and on the arm rest. Simply swap it out with a new fuse. Take a look at it and you will see where the screws are located as well as the linkages. Toyota tacoma owners have reported 6 problems related to door latch under the latches locks linkage category.

The most recently reported issues are listed below. This should fix the problem. Remove the bolts and is will come out. Here is a video on a toyota of the lock being replaced.

I did a little research and learned that this is a fairly common problem with tacos. This motor powers the door locking mechanism. This relay sends power to the door locks and power windows. At the end of the rod is the actuator motor.

Pop lock pl5100 black manual tailgate lock for toyota tacoma standard lock. Tacomas 1995 2004 started by whizfish jan 16. The toyota tacoma has a power door lock integration relay under the dash in a junction box. Discussion in 1st gen.

If you have one door that is causing the issue you likely have a bad actuator motor. Peel back the plastic shroud and follow the door lock rod to the bottom of the door. People take their driver s door for granted until it gets stuck shut. I have attached an exploded view of the door with the latch assembly.

If you have both of these problems you have a bad relay. Problem with my door lock latch. This 2004 toyota tacoma is suffering from the stuck shut door problem. It sounded like the doors were trying to lock except for the driver door.

Door latch left front. In order to fix it follow these steps.