How to remove door panel and lock from 2007 ford explorer

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Rear doors can't open from inside - Ford Explorer and R

1999 Ford Explorer Door Lock Actuator
REMOVAL:
1.Remove the front door trim panel.
2.Remove the water shield.
3.Remove the power door lock actuator.
4.Disconnect the electrical connector.
5.Drill out the rivet.
6.Disconnect the actuator rod.
7.Remove the actuator.
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Its possible taht you have any linkage problem there; first check the FUSE, use this Ford-Explorer Owners Manual to know the specific location.

To physical check,



Front door latch-Explorer




Rear door latch-Explorer

1. Remove the door trim panel and watershield.
2. Disconnect the rods from the handle and lock cylinder, and from the remote control assembly.
3. Remove the latch assembly attaching screws and remove the latch from the door.
4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Door Lock Cylinder

1. Open the window.
2. Remove the trim panel and watershield.
3. Disconnect the actuating rod from the lock control link clip.
4. Slide the retainer away from the lock cylinder.
5. Remove the cylinder from the door.
6. Use a new gasket when installing to ensure a watertight fit.
7. Lubricate the cylinder with suitable oil recommended for this application.

Hope helps (remember rated this).

FORD KEY PADS

• Enter permanent factory code
  
• Press the 1/2 button within 5 seconds to enter programming mode
  
• Within 5 seconds enter new code, doors will lock, unlock to verify code, this erases previous codes remotes will also need to be programmed. (MAYBE)
  

KEY PADS/REMOTES

• Insert key, turn ignition off-to- on eight times in succession, ending with key in on position doors will lock, unlock to verify in programming mode
  
• Press any button on new remote, doors will lock, unlock to verify
  
• Do the previous step with the second remote, doors will lock unlock to verify.
  
• Turn ignition off. Doors will again lock, unlock to verify.
  

NOTE-Some vehicles use 5 turns of the key instead of 8

in side door panel must be removed look near the lock &lock motor a linkage most likely came off may need a new. clip to replace.if this helped please rate.

you will have to remove the door panel, check for a disconnected linkage or a broken door latch, sometimes it just needs cleaning and lube, good luck.

If you are asking about the handles on the outside of the vehicle you will need to remove the door panel on the inside to gain access to the nuts that hold the handles onto the door.

1. Remove the front door trim panel handle bezel cover.

1. Remove the front door trim panel handle bezel screws.

1. Remove the front door trim panel lower screws.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the front door trim panel, do not pull the bottom of the panel outward.

1. Remove the front door trim panel by lifting upward on the armrest to disengage the panel clips.

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

1. Disconnect the lock rod cable from the front door trim panel.

1. Disconnect the door handle conduit and cable from the front door trim panel.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

be patient during these procedures to not damage the trim panel...they cost $150>275 ec........GL hope this helps

Exterior Mirror Removal and Installation
All vehicles

1. NOTE: Left side exterior mirror shown, right side similar.
   Remove the interior door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-05 .

Front Door Trim Panel Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the inside door handle bezel from the trim panel.

1. Remove the window switch assembly.

1. Disconnect the window switch and power door lock electrical connectors.

1. Remove the upper trim panel screw at the window switch opening.

1. Remove the lower trim panel screws.

1. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the door trim panel, do not pull directly outward for this step.
   Lift the door trim panel by pulling directly upward on the armrest to disengage the panel clips.

1. Disconnect the power mirror electrical connector.

1. Remove the trim panel.

1. Remove the weather shield.

Vehicles with power, heated or approach lamp equipped exterior mirrors

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

All vehicles

1. Remove the bolts.

1. Remove the exterior rear view mirror (17682).

You will need to remove the door panel to gain access to the handle. Roll the window up or down as needed to get to the nuts that attach the handle to the door. You will also need to remove a rod the goes to the door lock. You will see the rod after the door panel is removed. Good luck.