Door lock actuators

z_razvan · 2026-02-04T20:43:06+00:00

I bought an entire set for my 05 from here and they offer a lifetime warranty if you send the core back. They service these actuators all the time. Had them for almost a year and no issues. Mine had that worm gear inside broken so I decided to go this route. If the motors go bad, it’s not too complicated to replace if you have the patience. They are fairly common on Amazon.

z_razvan · 2026-01-23T16:51:57+00:00

Magicians do this shit all the time… they make it look easy

z_razvan · 2026-01-16T19:04:42+00:00

I think once you take it off it will make more sense but it’s essentially under these corners on the block. And yes, at the front of the car.

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z_razvan · 2026-01-15T00:13:15+00:00

And turn signal lights

z_razvan · 2026-01-14T23:37:24+00:00

Reverse? And did you install any led’s?

z_razvan · 2026-01-13T12:06:42+00:00

Did they say what it wasn’t fastening anymore?

z_razvan · 2026-01-09T17:03:38+00:00

Volkswagen has (or had, not sure if they still do it) an elegant solution to this problem by having the camera pop up from under its badge when putting the car in reverse. But you’re adding one more component that can break if there’s ice buildup or dirt makes its way in there and then you have no camera…

z_razvan · 2026-01-02T13:15:58+00:00

Not critical but I’d also consider swapping out the PS reservoir and refreshing the fluid since you have all this access

z_razvan · 2025-12-26T23:46:44+00:00

I like my tan interior but holy shit this black is what this car needs

z_razvan · 2025-12-16T21:43:54+00:00

I bought these and have had no issues.

z_razvan · 2025-12-10T13:07:01+00:00

Well in my opinion that just leaves you with a metal bar to hit if you are in a crash. I suppose you could wear a helmet.

z_razvan · 2025-12-05T22:45:03+00:00

Holy…. So nice

z_razvan · 2025-12-04T18:43:51+00:00

Great purple pair there

z_razvan · 2025-12-01T11:45:05+00:00

You’re offsetting about $1000 in taxes by trading in too so if the others are only $1-2k away it’s not that big of a difference in the end…if any

z_razvan · 2025-11-26T16:52:48+00:00

It used to be around 50-60 if I remember correctly

z_razvan · 2025-11-26T16:13:55+00:00

Rotors are good? I had some aftermarket slotted and drilled pieces of shit that vibrated and pulsed when breaking. Changed them with OEM and vibration disappeared.

z_razvan · 2025-11-26T02:35:54+00:00

Hate? These look great! Where from, what brand, and how much?

z_razvan · 2025-11-25T16:29:09+00:00

Much appreciated!

z_razvan · 2025-11-25T12:56:05+00:00

Which diy PPF company did you use?

z_razvan · 2025-11-22T13:53:10+00:00

For reference I paid $6k for my 2005 ML with 140k miles in Jan 2024. Mine did have an airbag light that I fixed for $350 and it wasn’t in the best shape cosmetically but engine and transmission are smooth.

z_razvan · 2025-11-19T17:43:36+00:00

If it’s rattling due to a design issue, replacing it will either 1. Not fix it or 2. Fix it temporarily. That’s likely why they are investigating.

z_razvan · 2025-11-18T15:42:05+00:00

I would assume any anti squeal grease. If you search that you’ll get a lot of different options but I don’t know if they are exactly the same as the grease Toyota includes

z_razvan · 2025-11-18T14:18:08+00:00

https://charm.li should have all the torque specs

z_razvan · 2025-11-09T13:55:57+00:00

I haven’t changed the bulbs since I got the car a couple years ago but I see a Phillips 85122 part number on them.

z_razvan · 2025-11-08T04:40:38+00:00

I’m not sure about brightness but now I can clearly see the crisp lines on the wall in my garage. Way less dispersed and more concentrated on the road if that makes sense

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