Bret Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 You have to switch the armature out for sure. Tried it without switching it out and it just spins. Switched them out and worked like a charm. Thanks for the info guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisay Posted July 15, 2011 Author Share Posted July 15, 2011 Great to hear that you got it done successfully, just sad that this is just a low quality component that Subaru has used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bret Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 I heard that. I think as long as you seal the white cover back tight you won't have to worry about moisture getting into the motor and seizing it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzcar Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 2 mths now since I had mine done after 1st attempt failed to work after one wk because I did not glue the case together but just tape it around instead. The contact got intermittent where the plastic pressing it against the contacts wasn't wrap around securely. Since then I applied superglue and at the same time reinforce with cable tie... works perfect till now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zexauk Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 First of all..... Thanks Chrisay for the tutorial, simple and step by step! Easy to fix up. I used the ebay motor's parts as in the tutorial... easily done and perfect fixed... Back to the car an running perfect! Some money saved by the way.... I also have to say that just in case I asked for 2 motors, because I imagine another door's lock should be also near the fail... Thanks again! Easily changed the thing in less than 2 hours work. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPSGT Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 I followed the instructions, and completed the job no problems. Here are two extra tips - On the front door, remove the window runner bolt, this gives and extra 2mm of clearance, and the lock assembly slips straight past, otherwise it takes ages to try and get it past it. The back doors are different and you dont need to do this (it is the gold bolt in the bottom of the door ) With the lock assembly, there is no need to plastic weld or glue it back togther. On the top side there is a dimple from the injection mould. There are two dimples, one has nothing on the other side - drill this one out with a 1/16 drill bit then just put a screw through it - takes 30 secs and it is really solid If I had to do it again - it would take 10 minutes per door, I bought the motors from DLUX cars on ebay 5x Motors shipped to Australia for $30 Again big thanks to the original poster Chrisay- $30 total vs $300 per door from the Subaru dealer...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisay Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Good tip PPSGT, yes I missed to say to undo the window runner. That is an awesome idea to screw it back together, I still have two to do and will certainly try that next time. Cheers Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amirz Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 The screw is a good idea, but, keep in mind that the motor housing has to be sealed tight against water and/or moister. I recommend to use both a screw and a glue or silicone on the housing edge and on the screw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tighttrash Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 (edited) Awesome write-up. Saved me at least $60. Once i got mine open grease was not the culprit, rather corrosion was gumming it up. Once cleaned up and re-installed it works like a charm. http://imgur.com/DRS6N Edited April 11, 2012 by tighttrash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisay Posted April 12, 2012 Author Share Posted April 12, 2012 Great to hear Tighttrash, looks like your actuator unit has allowed moisture in, unfortunately this also happened to one of my repaired ones, as Amirz said make sure they are well sealed when closing them up. Hope you get many more years trouble free out of the new motors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayNZ84 Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Chrisay, thanks so much for your write up! Both rear actuators on my 04 Legacy were bust, the Tauranga Subaru dealership quoted $785 to repair but I stumbled across this forum and fixed it myself for next to nothing. Stoked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisay Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 That is great to hear of your success Jay, original parts here in NZ are crazy prices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flasi Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 I've fund help for my problem here.Thanx. For the future the answer is here: http://store.kysanelectronics.com/servlet/-strse-DC-Motors-cln-Automobiles/Categories FC-280PC-22125-19D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJ60 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I read the write ups but still can't figure out how to get the driver's door lock actuator out. Do I also need to remove the 3 screws securing the latch (pic #1)? If so, then how do I get around detaching it from the door handle connection (pic #2)? I know I'm probably overlooking something easy. Thanks in advanced. FJ60 [FONT=Comic Sans MS][B][I]"Sweep the leg!" - Sensei Kreese, Karate Kid [/I][/B][/FONT] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisay Posted January 1, 2013 Author Share Posted January 1, 2013 I read the write ups but still can't figure out how to get the driver's door lock actuator out. Do I also need to remove the 3 screws securing the latch (pic #1)? If so, then how do I get around detaching it from the door handle connection (pic #2)? I know I'm probably overlooking something easy. Thanks in advanced. FJ60 Hi, yes remove the screws. The connector will 'pop' out from memory or require slight manipulation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJ60 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Hi, yes remove the screws. The connector will 'pop' out from memory or require slight manipulation. Thanks for the reply! I'll keep working at it. [FONT=Comic Sans MS][B][I]"Sweep the leg!" - Sensei Kreese, Karate Kid [/I][/B][/FONT] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJ60 Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 Still no luck. I undid the hinged plactic cover and released the connecting rod on the left (I'm afraid it will be a pain to reattach), but I can't find a way to disconnect the right side rod. I'm assuming the entire plastic unit needs to come out as a whole, right? [FONT=Comic Sans MS][B][I]"Sweep the leg!" - Sensei Kreese, Karate Kid [/I][/B][/FONT] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJ60 Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 I gave up the ghost and called the dealership and was quoted $293 for the repair. Nearly $300 was motivation enough to take another look and I finally got it out! Whew! [FONT=Comic Sans MS][B][I]"Sweep the leg!" - Sensei Kreese, Karate Kid [/I][/B][/FONT] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JermTheElf Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 I had my driver side door actuator replaced a year ago, and it's acting up again. What a pain in the ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compsurge Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 (edited) I had the white plastic clip that the door handle presses down on break the other day. Since it didn't break in half, I used a big zip tie to hold the piece down. It's working so far! Edited January 3, 2013 by compsurge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzza Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Just for interest's sake - does anyone know what the specific "Genuine part" number is? My faulty door is the right rear but wouldn't mind knowing how much our dealers here would like to rip me off for the part. Would be easier to be able to quote the exact part number I'm after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapSlo Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I also have a question. For those whose actuators have failed, are you also unable to unlock the door with the latch by hand? That is what has happened occasionally for me on the right rear door. Won't unlock with the power unlock or manually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JermTheElf Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I also have a question. For those whose actuators have failed, are you also unable to unlock the door with the latch by hand? That is what has happened occasionally for me on the right rear door. Won't unlock with the power unlock or manually. Yes the handle just doesn't catch. The trick I've learned to fix it is to hold the handle half way and toggle the lock switch or key fob lock unlock and pull back to open. It'll catch if you time it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzza Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I also have a question. For those whose actuators have failed, are you also unable to unlock the door with the latch by hand? That is what has happened occasionally for me on the right rear door. Won't unlock with the power unlock or manually. If you mean the drivers side central locking button/switch...then yes...eventually, if I toggle it off and on about 3-4 times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapSlo Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Yes the handle just doesn't catch. The trick I've learned to fix it is to hold the handle half way and toggle the lock switch or key fob lock unlock and pull back to open. It'll catch if you time it right. OK, thanks. Looks like I'll be taking a look at the actuator then. If you mean the drivers side central locking button/switch...then yes...eventually, if I toggle it off and on about 3-4 times. I was talking about the actual (manual) door lock on the door itself. Not the power lock switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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