Replacing Door Lock Switch

On vehicles with mounted in panel door lock switch on 80 s early 90 s and some modern day vehicles.

Replacing door lock switch.

Take care to measure carefully as matching the size can be especially problematic in older homes. The door lock switch usually has images of a locked and an unlocked padlock on it to indicate which side of the switch activates which function. Install the door panel onto the door. Pop the new door lock switch into the door lock cluster.

Make sure to purchase a door lock switch replacement that is durable and can directly replace your stock part. Alternatively you can buy a re keying kit for the lock you already have. Before you learn how to change door locks measure the space where you ll install the replacement. People want a lot of things from their cars.

When the door lock switch goes bad you ll find it difficult to lock and unlock your door. To change the lock on a regular door knob first use a screwdriver to remove the door knob and the old latch. Measure the diameter of the holes currently cut out of your door so you can select a new door lock that fits those dimensions. Ensure that the locking.

Pop the new door lock switch into the door lock cluster. Ensure that the locking tabs snap onto the door lock switch keeping it secured. Once you have the kit remove the lock cylinder from the door knob so you can change the pins inside. On vehicles with mounted in panel door lock switch on 80 s early 90 s and some modern day vehicles.

Next put a new latch in and replace the door knob.