Fix a Door that won’t Lock or Unlock

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  • čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
  • Learn how to fix a door that wont lock or unlock by replacing a door lock actuator.
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  • @Boi_819
    @Boi_819 Před rokem +1397

    Chrisfix whenever something on one of his cars breaks: *“HEY GUYS CHRISFIX HERE“*

    • @icemancometh8679
      @icemancometh8679 Před rokem +18

      You know someday he'll jump into frame wearing his cape crusader outfit huh? It's the one with the big CF on the front but like Edna on The Incredibles says - No cape! No cape! Lol! 🦸‍♂️. And you thought he wore blue gloves to keep from getting all dirty- no no those are part of his crime fighter outfit! I give my permission to have this comment pinned to the top of the comments. Perfectly ok. 😁

    • @Levy420
      @Levy420 Před rokem

      @@icemancometh8679 yessir

    • @icemancometh8679
      @icemancometh8679 Před rokem +1

      @@Levy420 always kind of wondered what the CF stood for anyway- Chris fix, crime fighter, maybe just car fixer- have to contemplate that one.

    • @Levy420
      @Levy420 Před rokem

      @@icemancometh8679 i'm like 99% sure its chill f*cker

    • @YungDaggerD1ck8
      @YungDaggerD1ck8 Před rokem

      When a car is broken: Chris: “HEY GUYS CHRISFIX HERE…”
      The broken car: “YES YES FINALLY YES!!!”

  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  Před rokem +779

    I will be back soon with the usual new long-form how to videos. I was away and got sick. I cant go back home until I am better. Thanks for understanding!

  • @LordMondegrene
    @LordMondegrene Před rokem +647

    When I do it, there's a lot more swearing...

    • @KingMe1
      @KingMe1 Před rokem +26

      And sweating 😅

    • @Dodgey122
      @Dodgey122 Před rokem +3

      Agreed 😊

    • @Sr_iRL
      @Sr_iRL Před rokem +8

      I swear if I attempted to do this it would take me a whole day 😂

    • @tomlovinggood265
      @tomlovinggood265 Před 9 měsíci +2

      And skinned knuckles

  • @bigspear4358
    @bigspear4358 Před rokem +244

    it could also be the actuator cable if yours has one instead of the rod, they can rust out and break

  • @HolgatoJ
    @HolgatoJ Před rokem +156

    "ChrisFix quick tip"... that sentence is mesmerizing!
    Love you videos and your energy!

  • @aleknive
    @aleknive Před rokem +51

    It’s way more fun when the actuator is only removable with the door open, and it won’t open due to the bad actuator. Happened to me on my E46.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Před rokem +21

      Sounds like an e46 problem lol

    • @samurboi8007
      @samurboi8007 Před rokem +1

      @@chrisfix lol chunky german door actuators are the worst

    • @lil0of
      @lil0of Před rokem

      @@samurboi8007 yep. My Mk4 Jetta's actuators went out on all 4 doors. I bought the actuator for the driver door but it's such a pain in the ass to install that i just gave up

    • @samurboi8007
      @samurboi8007 Před rokem

      @@lil0of For each of my door actuators on my C200k, i have to find the perfect angle to get that pile of garbage out after multiple turns and rotations in that cramped space. When i was done with all of the doors my fingers had cuts everywhere, so yeah i feel you

  • @umirdacosta759
    @umirdacosta759 Před rokem +23

    Legend says he makes one of these videos every time something brakes on his Hummer

  • @hiimdominic3780
    @hiimdominic3780 Před rokem +36

    Chris has the military asking him to fix their vehicles now.

  • @wrzl1675
    @wrzl1675 Před rokem +9

    A crazy FYI. 5x this past 12-14 months I’ve had cars roll in for bad door lock(s) actuator(s). Turned out each of them had a low battery. It can be any one of the doors or all of them. Apparently if newer cars have a voltage drop it will play havoc with the locks on many models. The fist one I chalked up to just a weird fluke but 2,3,4 and 5… not a fluke.
    Do a voltage drop test first!

  • @dutch.190e
    @dutch.190e Před rokem +10

    Also check the connection with a multimeter first 😁 then you’ll know it’s not a wiring issue

  • @Dark-td2ut
    @Dark-td2ut Před rokem +15

    When every guys car break down...
    "HEY GUUYS CHRISFIX HERE!"

  • @badlandman8168
    @badlandman8168 Před rokem +3

    Sometimes, it's not always the actuator. Either the wiring could be bad or the rods could of got broke/unhooked somehow. But great video👍

  • @dragonst11
    @dragonst11 Před rokem +3

    Nice this helps a lot of hummer owners thank you for showing

  • @TheSkinnyg00se
    @TheSkinnyg00se Před rokem +6

    That is the easiest actuator I’ve ever seen as far as access goes.

  • @EatCarbs
    @EatCarbs Před rokem +22

    Reality: Door won't lock
    Me: many colorful metaphors
    Curse and grumble fighting it out of the door.
    Cursing the automakers for placing it back there.
    Side panel doesn't go back on properly so it rattles when I drive.
    I end up cranking up the radio to drown out the rattle.
    LOL Thanks for the video

  • @mauritsp4420
    @mauritsp4420 Před rokem +24

    Shbaaaam

  • @chamin8592
    @chamin8592 Před rokem

    THANK YOU!!! I was having a problem in my car with the lock not going all the way down. I never expected such help from ChrisFix!

  • @anishvijayabasar6520
    @anishvijayabasar6520 Před rokem

    “HEY GUYS CHRIS FIX HERE!” Never gets old a million years.

  • @jdmtalon2806
    @jdmtalon2806 Před rokem +2

    I love cars and your channel just accomplished what I love

  • @discreetprism5376
    @discreetprism5376 Před rokem

    I had to do this on my 2000 F-150 a few months ago, amazes me my 1983 F-150 has factory power locks and they still work

  • @Nomad42066
    @Nomad42066 Před rokem

    I've been coming to this channel for years now. Helped me save a ton on repairs and I've learned a lot. I just changed my water pump with the help of the water pump video. Thanks for these videos!

  • @bobbythompson6017
    @bobbythompson6017 Před 6 měsíci +1

    He's not even had the Hummer 2 years and it's already breaking down 😂

  • @cailevpangan3184
    @cailevpangan3184 Před rokem +2

    The guys never gets old

  • @fallenazrael5291
    @fallenazrael5291 Před rokem +2

    Chris. Get an oil pressure gauge on the lemons bmw. Also, try to make the radio button wireless somehow. Also the radio button is way too far into the center, make it within thumb wiggle range.

  • @bigrobloxpro
    @bigrobloxpro Před rokem +2

    If only it was this simple in newer cars. So much electronic stuff in the way :(

  • @therandomizer9943
    @therandomizer9943 Před rokem +2

    You did it again chris. Working on the hummer even though its raining. The last time you did this, that was real commitment. Good job man 👍

  • @kellyalger2394
    @kellyalger2394 Před rokem +2

    My Cummins did this, luckily truck doors give you more room to work

  • @Bolofo.
    @Bolofo. Před rokem +1

    I hope you feel better

  • @TGMacro
    @TGMacro Před rokem

    Chris, just wanted to let you know I had gotten into a really bad spot last year and ended up having to get a 1900$ 2002 Acura TL. I was really worried about buying this car but you had given me the knowledge to get it functional and 100% safe.
    She was running terribly and these last few months I’ve replaced spark plugs and ignition coils, O2 Sensors, radiator, fans, the thermostat, replaced my master cylinder, rotors, brake pads and my entire ABS system.
    I do have a few things on my list left like the SRS system, wiper motor and fixing the wiring to my headlights.
    This mistake of a car I bought turned into a project car for me and I’ve been loving it. I’ve been learning everything about that car inside and out. She’s not the prettiest but that’s besides the point.

  • @mikaeelneptune8128
    @mikaeelneptune8128 Před rokem +1

    I love his videos he made learn everything I know about cars he has a nice personality I have been watching him since I was 1 which is 8 years

  • @manniefreshpn
    @manniefreshpn Před rokem

    I really enjoy your videos. Very useful, thanks Chris!

  • @daveyboy924
    @daveyboy924 Před rokem +3

    Lol great vid Chris, as usual. Try this with an Acura RSX though.

  • @fruitygranulizer540
    @fruitygranulizer540 Před rokem

    PERFECT timing man.

  • @Imacateagle
    @Imacateagle Před rokem +1

    When ever he wears his white helmet he reminds me of the stig from top gear

  • @thehammer2330
    @thehammer2330 Před rokem

    Dude this is crazy my pontiacs rear drivers side door lock just quit working properly and bam few days later this is in my recommendations, thanks Chris 👍🏻

  • @iuopunderstandyourjokes9914

    "Out with the old and in with the new" perfect branding for an engine lift thing

  • @brianbrian9759
    @brianbrian9759 Před rokem +1

    Just in time Chris. Thank you

  • @IOAN2ER
    @IOAN2ER Před rokem

    Every time i change something in my car( like the air filter) i remember Chris saying " out with the old, in with the new" 😂

  • @philh98
    @philh98 Před rokem +1

    I still love this hummer. Something about the color and shape

    • @icemancometh8679
      @icemancometh8679 Před rokem

      He has a video out on it where he drives over a car!

    • @philh98
      @philh98 Před rokem

      @@icemancometh8679 now I gotta see that!

    • @icemancometh8679
      @icemancometh8679 Před rokem

      My audio preview - ka- vroom! Rrrrrrrrrrr! Crunch crunch crunch crunch crunch crunch crunch! Yeeeee haaaaaaa! 😁

  • @paulegista5622
    @paulegista5622 Před rokem

    Mine keeps Malfunctioning for over 7 years now. Every time I tell the mechanic he says its normal and it will get back into it.
    Now I finally found a video how to fix it and imma fix it myself.
    And I only bring my car to my mechanic when it has serious problems.
    Simple problems I can do it myself including changing my engine oil.
    Thanks Chris.

  • @abhishekg866
    @abhishekg866 Před rokem +2

    Please make a video, how the (CTIS) system works

  • @theequalizer9154
    @theequalizer9154 Před 10 měsíci

    I just called this a short video today. Thanks for that tip, where few Chrisfix, people will be at the mechanic every other day!

  • @RG-wy1ol
    @RG-wy1ol Před rokem

    Thanks Chris fix today at the parts store your name was famous people be watching and learning from your videos 👍🏽👍🏽

  • @flamechill
    @flamechill Před rokem

    Please never stop making such awesome videos 🥺💯

  • @Lice482
    @Lice482 Před rokem

    I waited 2 weeks for this but it was still a good video

  • @marongameing7294
    @marongameing7294 Před rokem +1

    Hey Chris fix that jeep is nice wow u sure have taste for cars just wanted to say that and ur vids are very helpful and worth watching every single time glad u exist :D

  • @sejce
    @sejce Před rokem

    Chrisfix I love your videos ive been watching your videos for the past 4 years now and my dad loves ur vids too lol

  • @pretendswifty3618
    @pretendswifty3618 Před rokem

    hey Chris I just want you to know you are very underrated and you are a amazing youtuber one of my favs I miss ur driftstang lemons bmw and loved project police inceptor your so fun to watch even when I don't a thing about cars don't give up man you are awesome

  • @ajwash3247
    @ajwash3247 Před rokem +1

    Could be a broken rod, or a bad master switch, or common in GMs it gets stuck, or could be a low battery, or I’ve literally seen a rod cap get scratched and stop it from going down and locking

  • @icemancometh8679
    @icemancometh8679 Před rokem +1

    I had this happen on my truck but it was with the handle. It had an actuator rod on it that connected to the door handle but it didn't use screws it used pop rivets. In order to replace the handle you had to drill out the pop rivets and then, well I put a bolt and nut on it. FYI. 😁

  • @chaimkarsoredjo1905
    @chaimkarsoredjo1905 Před rokem +1

    Hey guys never gets old

  • @hall5985
    @hall5985 Před rokem +1

    I think I speak for a lot of your subscribers when i say that we would love if you brought the driftstang back.👍

  • @halo5479
    @halo5479 Před rokem

    Chris you should do toolbox tour of all your tools. I love see the way people organize and have their setups.

  • @LogitechXibanga
    @LogitechXibanga Před rokem +2

    its more how to replace the door actuator, now if it was more like how to repair the old door lock that would be fantastic GG

  • @kapsalonalona3763
    @kapsalonalona3763 Před rokem

    Hi Chris. You are such a good teacher!

  • @Figah
    @Figah Před rokem

    Exactly what I needed !!!

  • @rodk691
    @rodk691 Před 12 dny +1

    Replacing door lock actuator

  • @Darwin-nh3my
    @Darwin-nh3my Před rokem +1

    Chris! We need some non-shorts Hummer videos!!

  • @tena4life
    @tena4life Před rokem

    We need more content 😭 I saw all of em in one sitting 😢

  • @ajgarceau9448
    @ajgarceau9448 Před rokem +1

    I’m super jealous of that Hummer!

  • @OnTourWithPattiSmith
    @OnTourWithPattiSmith Před rokem +2

    You UNLOCK the world ...
    .. of automotive repairs!

  • @crashwebb4715
    @crashwebb4715 Před rokem +1

    One thing to note here is that you should only replace the actuator if you're sure it's the actuator itself that's the problem. If it's a wiring issue or the mechanical linkage is disconnected/broken, you'd be wasting money replacing a component that wasn't broken

  • @defenderalt7393
    @defenderalt7393 Před rokem

    The project car series was the most entertaining series ive ever watched on youtube, will you ever do something like it again?

  • @nitrousracer000
    @nitrousracer000 Před rokem

    Imagine if you sleeping then outside u hear "HEY GUYS CHRIS FIX HERE" you are like "well sh-"

  • @merkclan_1880
    @merkclan_1880 Před rokem

    Chris you gotta get that turbo video out so I can turbo my moms 99 blazer 😂

  • @PalmMusic0
    @PalmMusic0 Před rokem +1

    “Our with the old, in with the new”

  • @surren-sea
    @surren-sea Před rokem

    Chris honestly has a really nice looking hummer

  • @ethansalgado4391
    @ethansalgado4391 Před rokem

    That H1 is so awesome

  • @rocketrodlover
    @rocketrodlover Před rokem

    Hey Chris do you think you could do a full video about your history with cars? How you got into them how you learned to repair them and how anybody interested in becoming a mechanic can do it? I dream of becoming a mechanic one day and don’t know how to get a start and I would love to see a video of you sharing your knowledge about how are you got into cars and how beginners like me can make a career out of it. I have done many repairs on my car and I want to learn how to do it professionally and would love to hear your insight about how you got to where you are. You’re the best

  • @BurgaBea_Stro
    @BurgaBea_Stro Před rokem

    Praying for you Chris man I love your video's

  • @bocagelandscape
    @bocagelandscape Před rokem +2

    Pay attention if you own a land rover.
    Also... Disclaimer: it's way harder than this on a land rover.

  • @moparguy4524
    @moparguy4524 Před rokem

    I suggest you test the actuator after you plug the wiring harness to make sure that you fix the issue permanently

  • @stevenhawkes9471
    @stevenhawkes9471 Před rokem +2

    I had to do this on my old crown vic. Actuators commonly fail and can be hard to access on some cars.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Před rokem +3

      Yea it can be a pain, especially if the door wont open!

  • @burgerberg9897
    @burgerberg9897 Před rokem

    I remember when he got the Hummer it was so cool he is the reason I want a Hummer now

  • @stormb3948
    @stormb3948 Před rokem +1

    This helped me finally figure out why my Lamborghini Aventador won't unlock. Turns out it won't unlock because I don't have the keys because it's not mine. Thanks so much! so helpful

  • @WSUNNYA
    @WSUNNYA Před rokem +1

    Nice video Chris

  • @Zaltic
    @Zaltic Před rokem

    Such a cool truck

  • @S_aud.
    @S_aud. Před rokem

    Bro by watching ur all videos it helped me a lot thx bro for making there kind of videos and I have finally fixed my dead car 😅

  • @Watcher3223
    @Watcher3223 Před rokem +1

    In the case of my car, a Grand Marquis, the driver side door lock actuator was mounted into place with a metal bracket that's riveted to the door.
    The rivet broke, releasing the bracket holding the lock actuator in place, so the actuator works but just flops around and can't perform its function.
    Easy fix, of course: remount the actuator bracket with a bolt having a head flat enough for clearance and a nut. Of course, the inner door panel and associated parts had to be taken out of the way to do the job.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Před rokem +1

      Amazing how rivets can fail!

  • @timevscars
    @timevscars Před rokem

    “Hey guys chrisfix here!!! Never gets old”

  • @FogGoblin
    @FogGoblin Před rokem +2

    Wish you were a good guy. Glad you made it in Life. @ChrisFix

  • @WendysAnime
    @WendysAnime Před 3 měsíci +1

    Chris can you do a video at some point on how to drop the engine and transmission on a fwd car

  • @Ronin_787
    @Ronin_787 Před rokem +1

    When I did this in a ep3 type r I felt like dying

  • @allanfulton7569
    @allanfulton7569 Před rokem

    Now that's a vehicle I really want. Actually a 95 I'm not sure what year that one is but a 95 is one of my dream vehicles and the only one built after 1990.

  • @ytorang249
    @ytorang249 Před rokem

    *cars break down into pieces*
    "Hey guys chris fix here"

  • @Notharius1
    @Notharius1 Před rokem +1

    Another problem could be broken wire in the door grommet sleeve. After 10+ years the cable insulation can stiffen up and broke, leaving the naked wiring exposed, they can short to each other or just be broken after a while.

  • @MrFluffyVr
    @MrFluffyVr Před rokem +1

    My dads truck does the same thing but it’s from time to time

  • @alfie9694
    @alfie9694 Před rokem +3

    When something breaks on his car *HEY GUYS CHRISFIX HERE*

  • @laprepper
    @laprepper Před rokem +3

    I need to do the same for my car doors and not looking forward to it, lol

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Před rokem +2

      Which car? Depending on the car it's usually not too bad. Sometimes they put the actuator in hard to get to spots but otherwise it's usually pretty simple.

  • @carserviceanddiagnostic9600

    Get well soon dear ! Best wishes From Mauritius 🇲🇺

  • @josemariscal6196
    @josemariscal6196 Před rokem +1

    Chris you should do a video on how to replace a plastic cover shield under the car

  • @QueenCityHistory
    @QueenCityHistory Před rokem

    Chris Fix… the KING of elocution

  • @melancholicsmile5575
    @melancholicsmile5575 Před rokem +2

    I am sure i wont be able to putt it back in the way i took it out lol and end up with some spare screws after i put alltogether

  • @ItchyKneeSon
    @ItchyKneeSon Před rokem

    "SH-BAM!" 😂

  • @J-Crash
    @J-Crash Před rokem

    The video perfectly buffered, all I heard was "Hey guys Chrisfix here with a ChrisFix"

  • @cst5316
    @cst5316 Před rokem

    I love your content ive been watching you sence you bought the red driftstang keep up the good work

  • @ranjeetjoshi5626
    @ranjeetjoshi5626 Před rokem +5

    Toyota left the chat 🙃

  • @sleepyancient6655
    @sleepyancient6655 Před rokem +1

    If it doesn't even try to unlock, look at the wiring between the door and the pillar. Pull off the boot and you'll probably see some broken wires.

  • @xavierganivet9725
    @xavierganivet9725 Před rokem +1

    Very good video keep it up!! Could you please do a video on how to find and fix an evap leak ? I have an evap code on my vehicle and I can't find where the leak comes from and I've already replaced the gas cap...

  • @thejdmboys9313
    @thejdmboys9313 Před rokem

    Hey Chris! Can you make a video on how to install a roof spoiler and also how to install a spoiler on the trunk. That would be helpful if you do it. Thanks❤️