To lock or unlock the vehicle polarity is changed on one motor leg via a positive pulse from a switch alarm keyless entry etc.
How to wire aftermarket door lock actuators.
The door lock actuators are the 2 wire kind not 5 wire.
Cheap and easy replacement for aftermarket power door lock conversions.
There is also a pink wire that controls the two step door unlock press disarm once driver door unlocks press twice and all doors unlock.
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After 6 years my initial actuators wore out and i got one of these to replace it.
In this video i install a keyless entry system power door lock actuators on my base model truck.
Next with your multi meter probe each of the wires in this harness and write down the readings during lock unlock and at rest positions of the switch.
If there are no external door lock switches you will most likely have a vacuum type system or an aftermarket door lock system with relays or have an added actuator that needs relays.
Door locks actuators reverse polarity positive switch trigger type d.
Both motor legs rest at ground at the relays.
Works perfect easy to install with the included bracket.
How to wire automotive spdt relays.