Power lock install on cable type?
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Topic: Power lock install on cable type?
Posted By: tk34
Subject: Power lock install on cable type?
Date Posted: January 07, 2005 at 2:03 AM
Wondering what is the most reliable way hook up the actuator to the cable on cable type locks. I have a 2003 corolla. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
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Posted By: geepherder
Date Posted: January 08, 2005 at 11:59 PM
Ouch, cable type locks, huh? See how the lever from the actual key lock connects to the linkage, and see if you can maybe drill a small hole to fit the rod through. If it doesn't look feasible to use a standard aftermarket door lock actuator, you may be able to use two trunk popper solenoids with the cables (one for lock, one for unlock) for each door. I know, I know, not very practical, but may be the only solution. I've almost done something this "ghetto" once, but was able to convince myself otherwise. ------------- My ex once told me I have a perfect face for radio.
Posted By: Mwsounds
Date Posted: January 09, 2005 at 4:05 PM
I did a a Matrix with the cables. I was able to put the rod on the actual lock on door (the part next to the handle that you physically lock and unlock). I just made the hole big enough for both. I did this on all four doors. It worked out pretty good. Been a year and a half not complaint yet. Good luck. ------------- Thanks,
Mike Ward
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Posted By: promodeepcycle
Date Posted: January 11, 2005 at 5:21 PM
new corrola's are done at the latch.. ive done many that way
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Posted By: tk34
Date Posted: February 19, 2005 at 6:25 PM
Sorry had to put this off for a while, but today I started again and took off my door panels. By looking at it I'm not too sure where to attach the rod to the latch. Can somebody show me from this picture where?https://www.members.shaw.ca/tkim4/lock.jpg Thanks
Posted By: Mwsounds
Date Posted: February 19, 2005 at 9:07 PM
You will have to remove the door handle and make the hole where the cable is attached to the lock handle big enough for the lock cable and the door lock motor rod. Make the rod bent into a tight "U" so that it will not come out of the hole once installed. Mike ------------- Thanks,
Mike Ward
Get it done right the first time!
Posted By: tk34
Date Posted: February 20, 2005 at 2:22 PM
Ok, going to give it a try thanks.
Posted By: forbidden
Date Posted: February 21, 2005 at 1:21 PM
I too have successfully accomplished the same task with no problems. It takes some time and patience but once you have one done and working, the others become fairly simple. Put the door back together to makes sure that the panel is not pushing on the actuator and binding up. Then remove the panel again so that you have something to look at as a reference point when starting the other doors. In some cars you can go to the lock mechanism, in others it is easier to go to the lock switch. ------------- Top Secret, I can tell you but then my wife will kill me.
Posted By: secureauto
Date Posted: March 03, 2005 at 1:58 AM
If you haven't completed the job, here's some pics that might help. Drill hole in plastic (locking mechanism) Picture of mounted actuator  ------------- ASE Certified
Posted By: tk34
Date Posted: March 11, 2005 at 7:09 PM
Yeah I already mounted mine, thx for the pic. I mounted my actuators right under the handle, seems sort of like a stupid spot now but wutever already bent the rods and it looks like it'll work. Now I'm just workin on my alarm install, been so busy with other things, Hopefully by this weekend everything will be done. Thanks all :)
Posted By: mko-vibe
Date Posted: March 25, 2005 at 1:01 PM
I have a Pontiac Vibe, and I too am interested in installing after-market power door lock actuators on the Vibe, which I understand also has a cable-style mechanism (I haven't started yet).
Has anyone ever installed power door lock actuators on a Pontiac Vibe?
Mwsounds - since the Vibe is basically the same car as the Matrix, your success is encouraging. Do you have any other advice before I start? YOu don't have any pictures of your installation, do you?
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