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Door Lock Acutuators DIY ???
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Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 82
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From: FL
Just changed out the front Passenger motor. Took about 3 hours. Splitting that casing is a pain. Thanks for the diy. Two down, one more to go 
make that 3 down zero to go... however on the last door, when i went to take the panel off, i noticed the plastic fasteners on the inside door latch were busted. they were definitely broken prior to me removing the panel because i was extra careful when taking it off. I used some locktite epoxy to glue the ends back on the cables... do you guys think that will hold? or will i have to replace the assembly... thanks for your help.
make that 3 down zero to go... however on the last door, when i went to take the panel off, i noticed the plastic fasteners on the inside door latch were busted. they were definitely broken prior to me removing the panel because i was extra careful when taking it off. I used some locktite epoxy to glue the ends back on the cables... do you guys think that will hold? or will i have to replace the assembly... thanks for your help.
Last edited by ksultan78; Apr 7, 2011 at 06:17 PM.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 7
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From: md
It is not that funny and would be the right thing to do on this major and expensive design defect. Lexus knew about this issue/design defect long before the 3rd Gen GS even came out and did absolutely nothing about it, they still had the nerve to charge owners the high price for new crappy actuators that still failed and had no issues with dealers charging high prices to install the actuators. This problem from a most likely 4 or 5 dollar plastic and cheap motor part costs owners normally around $500 per incident(they pretty never pay to fix it out of warranty) if they are not under warranty and don't know about the fix. It must be nice for Toyota and dealers to rake in all that money on a faulty design.
Having 2 or 3 of these crappy actuators go out can cost as much as major engine work.
Having 2 or 3 of these crappy actuators go out can cost as much as major engine work.
OR - since it only costs $10 for the MOTOR on eBay (which is the part that breaks), you could buy 2 or 3 of those and fix it yourself with the awesome guide given in the forums....
I fixed 3 doors (we own 4 Lexus GS300's.. company cars end up mine after 150k) using these forums.
Got the motors from eBay by searching for FC280PC-22125.. Searched the cheapest seller. If you need one with a brass collar, look in his store. he has those too.
Even if you can't figure out how to fix it yourself.. u could take the motor to a mechanic and he'd be able to install it for FAR LESS than lexus would.
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Joined: Jun 2010
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From: NC
OR - since it only costs $10 for the MOTOR on eBay (which is the part that breaks), you could buy 2 or 3 of those and fix it yourself with the awesome guide given in the forums....
I fixed 3 doors (we own 4 Lexus GS300's.. company cars end up mine after 150k) using these forums.
Got the motors from eBay by searching for FC280PC-22125.. Searched the cheapest seller. If you need one with a brass collar, look in his store. he has those too.
Even if you can't figure out how to fix it yourself.. u could take the motor to a mechanic and he'd be able to install it for FAR LESS than lexus would.
I fixed 3 doors (we own 4 Lexus GS300's.. company cars end up mine after 150k) using these forums.
Got the motors from eBay by searching for FC280PC-22125.. Searched the cheapest seller. If you need one with a brass collar, look in his store. he has those too.
Even if you can't figure out how to fix it yourself.. u could take the motor to a mechanic and he'd be able to install it for FAR LESS than lexus would.
Thanks for sharing...
Pit Crew
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 178
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From: FL
Used the replacement eBay motor and replaced it myself in about 1 1/2 hours taking my time.
Been using it for the last 2 or 3 months with no issues. Pretty pumped I fixed the actuator for like 6$. Ordered an extra motor too so I have a spare.
Been using it for the last 2 or 3 months with no issues. Pretty pumped I fixed the actuator for like 6$. Ordered an extra motor too so I have a spare.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 2
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From: California
2003 GS 300 Right front door actuator repair
- Took less than an hour; due to the excellent postings and video on this site, I had confidence in replacing the motor only vice the entire actuator assembly; purchased the motor on e-Bay per previous postings; pretty straightforward; just don’t force any connections or clips and follow the YouTube video except:
- no need to remove speaker or mirror or window; per previous posts, raise the window all the way up when you begin and before you disconnect power; you will eventually unbolt only the lower right side window track per the video, before removing the actuator assembly; just pivot the track up and out of the way to remove the door handle mechanical actuators
- leave the key in the ignition to avoid activating security alarm – no need to disconnect the battery
-After eight years of hot garages and California living, the plastic actuator case in my GS 300 had become quite brittle and care was needed in separating the two halves of the clamshell assembly. I cut a groove w/ a thin-kerf saw and then used a utility knife to very gently work around the entire tongue and groove clamshell assembly to separate the two halves and gain access to the motor; ensure any shavings or fragments are removed prior to re-assembly to prevent jamming the gears and to ensure a tight fit of the clamshell halves.
- Before removing the gear from the shaft, note the distance between the gear and the motor housing and replicate that when you assemble the replacement motor and gear
-Per previous posts, a min-gear puller is not necessary; hold the gear w/ a set of needle nose pliers across a vise, and drive the shaft out w/ a drill bit or sawed-off allen wrench
-Tap the shaft gear onto the new motor shaft matching the distance between the gear and the housing from the original motor assembly
-Before closing the actuator clam shell, check again for any casing fragments that might jam the gear and check to ensure the shaft turns freely
-Because of the potential for similar motor failures in the future, I used hot glue vice epoxy to join the two halves of the clam shell
- Re-assembly is straightforward and doesn’t require Part 3 of the video: re-install the actuator assembly and make the power connections before bolting the actuator in place; connect the door lock mechanical actuators to their respective clips in the door handle and then bolt the door handle in place; re-attach the window track and proceed w/ re-connecting the actuator cables, the electrical connections, and, finally, re-installing the door panel, working from left to right
Good luck!
- Took less than an hour; due to the excellent postings and video on this site, I had confidence in replacing the motor only vice the entire actuator assembly; purchased the motor on e-Bay per previous postings; pretty straightforward; just don’t force any connections or clips and follow the YouTube video except:
- no need to remove speaker or mirror or window; per previous posts, raise the window all the way up when you begin and before you disconnect power; you will eventually unbolt only the lower right side window track per the video, before removing the actuator assembly; just pivot the track up and out of the way to remove the door handle mechanical actuators
- leave the key in the ignition to avoid activating security alarm – no need to disconnect the battery
-After eight years of hot garages and California living, the plastic actuator case in my GS 300 had become quite brittle and care was needed in separating the two halves of the clamshell assembly. I cut a groove w/ a thin-kerf saw and then used a utility knife to very gently work around the entire tongue and groove clamshell assembly to separate the two halves and gain access to the motor; ensure any shavings or fragments are removed prior to re-assembly to prevent jamming the gears and to ensure a tight fit of the clamshell halves.
- Before removing the gear from the shaft, note the distance between the gear and the motor housing and replicate that when you assemble the replacement motor and gear
-Per previous posts, a min-gear puller is not necessary; hold the gear w/ a set of needle nose pliers across a vise, and drive the shaft out w/ a drill bit or sawed-off allen wrench
-Tap the shaft gear onto the new motor shaft matching the distance between the gear and the housing from the original motor assembly
-Before closing the actuator clam shell, check again for any casing fragments that might jam the gear and check to ensure the shaft turns freely
-Because of the potential for similar motor failures in the future, I used hot glue vice epoxy to join the two halves of the clam shell
- Re-assembly is straightforward and doesn’t require Part 3 of the video: re-install the actuator assembly and make the power connections before bolting the actuator in place; connect the door lock mechanical actuators to their respective clips in the door handle and then bolt the door handle in place; re-attach the window track and proceed w/ re-connecting the actuator cables, the electrical connections, and, finally, re-installing the door panel, working from left to right
Good luck!
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nevermind i found it. Cant wait to get this in so that way i can fix my door
http://cgi.ebay.com/Walkera-Universa...82818929092825
http://cgi.ebay.com/Walkera-Universa...82818929092825
I didn't see the actual part number listed for the "ebay" motor search. i found several at the auction site from ~$7.00 each shipped
MABUCHI FC280PC-22125
MABUCHI FC280PT-22125
ordering today hope to have here soon to report back progress
MABUCHI FC280PC-22125
MABUCHI FC280PT-22125
ordering today hope to have here soon to report back progress
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 32
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From: CA
anybody in san gabiel valley who can do the actuator for cheap?
my rear right passenger side not working, it's hard to drop off the kids in school at the curb, i had to step out the car to open the door for them. please help thanks.
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Joined: May 2007
Posts: 1
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From: VA
Need help in NoVA/DC/MD
Can anyone in the VA/DC/MD area help me replace my passenger front actuator? The dealerships and shops in the area are all estimating $750-$800!!! Please help-thanks!!!
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Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 82
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From: FL
It's not difficult. If you can turn a screwdriver you can do it. Buy the motors and follow the tutorial. It's straight forward. Good luck