Behemoth7

I apologize if this has been discussed but all I could find in a search was door lock actuators. I am having this issue with my front passenger door handle where it is stuck in the lock position. I have to physically reach over and push the lock into the unlock position, and then the door opens fine. After I get the door open though, it goes right back into the lock position.

I was told this was easy to fix by just taking the door panel off, but I haven't attempted to do so yet because I'd like to get some more information before I start messing with things. Any insight is welcomed, thank you!

Aristo722

There are some write ups, even a good video on youtube how to do it. Search Door Actuator replacement on Lexus GS on youtube. Should help you out.

monkey92

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yup time for a new actuator motor. there is two DIYs under the FAQ section on the 2GS forum. and also a good youtube vid on a step by step as mention above.

ttaylor993

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He's links to youtube videos on how to replace actuators.



I hope this helps.

Behemoth7

Thank you guys! Is this the part I need?

ttaylor993

Yes and No.This is the actuator. But it is rarely the whole actuator that goes bad. There is a small model car motor inside the actuator that usually goes bad. You can get 4 motors from eBay for about $20. One actuator will cost about $80. To replace the motor you have the open the actuator along the edge. You may need a sharp knife or a dremel-like tool. Once inside the actuator, the motor will be obvious. Pull the worm gear of the motor spindle. Pull the spindle off the motor axle. It may take a model plane gear puller to remove the spindle. The spindle has to go on the new motor so that the worm gear will fit. The model plane gear puller may cost $15.

Hope that helps.

Behemoth7

Yes, it did help very much thank you! I think I can handle this job

monkey92

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this thread should be stickied, seem like every other week i see a new thread of the same problem. 1) we have the question/problem 2) theres a straight simple answer with video assistance and part needed as well as with brief instructions 3) there is also OP testimonial of how easy it is all in the first page!

should make this a sticky for all future club members encountering this issue

ttaylor993

Actually, it is listed under the "2GS FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) and DIY Thread" sticky.

monkey92

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yeah i said that earlier as well, i guess what i meant was to also add this as a sticky to that.