maafeustyle

Hey guys,

I got a 2000 Honda Civic 4DR with power locks and a remote keyless entry. Latey I've been finding that when I unlock the door with the keyless remote, on the first press the drivers side doesn't unlock (it's supposed to), however hitting it again unlocks all the others doors (which is normal) - the drivers side however remains locked.

I then manually use the key to open the door and it unlocks no problem, when I get inside and close the door, I'm able to push down on my drivers side **** (not the switch) and all the other doors lock.

the Switch on the drivers door is the same thing, when I flip up the switch, all the doors unlock, but not the drivers door, but when i flip it to lock, nothing happens.

When I leave the car to lock it, I press on the remote and all the passenger doors lock but not the drivers side. However when i use the key manually to lock the drivers side door, all the doors lock.

I had a mind that it was the actuator from the drivers door, but seeing the price they are to replace, I wanted to pass this around to get any ideas on other things it could be. I checked the fuse under the hood for the power locks and everything seems in place.

Any thoughts? Thanks in advance.

nsxvtec

The drivers side DLA needs to be replaced. The motors usually rust up and seize.

newtocivics

i have the exact same problem with mine except i have a 99 el and everything is the same with the door lock situation what is the DLA cause mine needs to be replaced aswell

Joker

door lock actuator and how hard are they to change and how much ..same prob

maafeustyle

DLA = Door Lock Actuator

maafeustyle

Alright, well if anyone needs the info on how to remove the DLA, and where to order for the cheapest, here you go.

DIY Steps:
CLASSIC DIY: replacing door lock assembly and actuator - Honda Civic Forum

DLA Order: (Honda Civic 2000 4DR)
https://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com...ONT+DOOR+LOCKS

nsxvtec

OK folks,

Take a look at these threads and send a PM if you are having DLA troubles.


Door Lock Actuators - Page 5 - Tuned Imports

Seized Door Lock Actuator Problem *Fixed* - Tuned Imports

Cy

jdm ek4

I think im going to do this tomorrow and fix that DLA. Thanks for that link on how to replace it. Ill get back to you and let you know how it goes.

Polkaroo Killa

I had to get my door lock actuators replaced on my previous car.
I went to see Jeff @ AudioHeaven, he charges about $45 per actuator (including labour). That was about 4 years ago.

I recommend that you give him a call.

maafeustyle

Well, it's been awhile, everything is fixed now, and working prefectly.

End Result: I had to replace the actuator, but that wasn't explaining why the door switch wasn't working. I needed to fix a couple of wires that were pulled out from between the door and the body of the car, once all that was in good order, along with the brand new actuator, problems solved.

Later.

jdm ek4

You can buy these motors from Active surplus in downtown Toronto on Queen street. I just replaced both motors and problem fixed. The small coupling must be removed from the end of the motor and placed on to the shaft of the new motor, thats if you can get it out. lol That was a bitch to take out for me, i was ready to give up almost.

Nsxvtec, how did you get that coupling out cause i sorta damaged mine but it still works. Thanks for the tip on this tho.

maafeustyle

yeah I went over there and picked up a couple of motors, dirt cheap, but that couple was a B**** to take off. i ended up splitting mine. plus the little switch inside the actuator was damaged, there was no hope for it.

nsxvtec

The switch is quite delicate, can be repaired but, takes a lot of patience ( and a decent magnifier) to reinstall/solder new pins.
C-clamp , vice with a bit of rigging etc. can and will take care of the coupling if you are only doing one or 2 DLA's.

maafeustyle

thanks for that nsxvtec, I'm not surprised the drivers side was the first to go, but I wouldn't be shocked if I soon start to see the others go down.