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Car Door Lock Relay Replacement Service

How much does a Car Door Lock Relay Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Ford Thunderbird Car Door Lock Relay Replacement is $113 with $18 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1984 Ford ThunderbirdL4-2.3L TurboService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$177.95Shop/Dealer Price$203.69 - $258.41
1963 Ford ThunderbirdV8-6.7LService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$130.91Shop/Dealer Price$149.91 - $184.36
1984 Ford ThunderbirdV6-3.8LService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$157.95Shop/Dealer Price$183.71 - $238.44
1978 Ford ThunderbirdV8-5.0LService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$157.95Shop/Dealer Price$183.69 - $238.40
1982 Ford ThunderbirdV8-4.2LService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$157.95Shop/Dealer Price$183.72 - $238.47
1992 Ford ThunderbirdV6-3.8L TurboService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$157.95Shop/Dealer Price$183.71 - $238.44
1983 Ford ThunderbirdV8-5.0LService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$162.95Shop/Dealer Price$188.57 - $243.20
1987 Ford ThunderbirdV6-3.8LService typeCar Door Lock Relay ReplacementEstimate$162.95Shop/Dealer Price$188.94 - $243.86
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What is the Door Lock Relay all about?

Power door locks used to be a luxury feature on vehicles, but they've become so mainstream that nearly every vehicle is now equipped with them. The lock’s function is to make securing your vehicle, as well as passengers, simple and easy. Instead of reaching across the vehicle to lock or unlock the doors, it can be done by simply pressing a button. Pressing the button completes a circuit, enabling the lock actuator to receive power which activates the locking mechanism to the desired position. The circuit is routed through a door lock relay, which acts as a switch to direct the power to actuators on the door locks. When unlock is pressed, the door lock relay switches from a neutral position to activating a pulse of power to the unlock circuits on the actuators. When the lock button is pressed, a pulse of power is switched to the lock circuit of the actuator to lock the doors. When the relay for the door locks is not working properly or sticking, either the lock function, the unlock function, or both are inoperative.

Keep in mind:

  • When service is performed on any electrical system, the battery should be disconnected to prevent accidental damage or injury.
  • If the door lock relay needs to be replaced, it can be indicative of an underlying concern with the power door locks.
  • Some vehicles equipped with remote keyless entry will find the key fob operates the driver’s door lock even while the door lock relay is defective.

How it's done:

  • Test the operation of electric door locks.
  • Test the fuse for that circuit.
  • Test the relay.
  • Replace the faulty relay.
  • Test for proper operation of electric door locks.

Our recommendation:

If you are experiencing problems with your power door locks, have one of our expert technicians diagnose and repair the system. Relays and electrical systems can be complex, and a broken wire or door lock actuator problem can easily mimic the symptoms of a door lock relay and vice versa.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Door Lock Relay?

  • Power door locks don’t lock when you press the button, while the unlock feature works.
  • Neither the lock nor unlock functions work.

How important is this service?

Power door locks are a convenience feature on your vehicle. If the power locks aren’t working, you can use the key to unlock your door and the locks can be manually operated as well. Have the power door lock system repaired at your convenience.

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Pardeep
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He was timely and professional. I am still with a dead car and waiting for next guy. I am worried if Pardeeps recommendation is correct or the beginning of guess work. He did not really do extensive testing and no code first time and then just said replace crank shaft sensor. He kept saying the first step. This makes me worry it is guess work. On line it shows to truly know if crank shaft sensor the testing seems more intense. This is my first time using your place. I hope this is correct but I have no choice but to wait for Shaun and hope this works and no further issue as to no start.

Deane

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Deane
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Ford Thunderbird L4-2.3L Turbo - Alternator - Encinitas, California
Other than being a very good/competent mechanic, he was a very nice guy. I loved how thorough he was in identifying areas of concern. He wasn’t “selling”, but rather advising. I like doing business with people like Dean. I trust him.

Attila

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Attila
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Ford Thunderbird V8-3.9L - Battery - Edison, New Jersey
Attilla arrived on time. Executed work quickly and with required expertise. excelle4nt results.

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Ford Thunderbird V8-3.9L - Ignition Coil - Sacramento, California
Chris was on time and did a great job diagnosing the problems and fixing my car.

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