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How do you fix a door lock on 1996 Toyota tacoma if the inside is moving around and can only by locking it from outside?

To fix the door lock on your 1996 Toyota Tacoma, follow these steps:

1. Gather the necessary tools and parts:

- Phillips head screwdriver

- Flat head screwdriver

- Replacement door lock actuator (OEM part number: 69210-0C010)

2. Remove the door panel:

- Begin by prying off the plastic cover over the door handle using the flat head screwdriver.

- Remove the two phillips-head screws behind the cover.

- Gently pry off the door panel, starting from the bottom and working your way up.

- Disconnect the power window and lock switch connectors.

- Set aside the door panel.

3. Remove the old door lock actuator:

- Use the phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the door lock actuator to the door frame.

- Disconnect the electrical connector from the actuator.

- Remove the old actuator from the door.

4. Install the new door lock actuator:

- Position the new actuator in the door frame and secure it with the screws you removed earlier.

- Reconnect the electrical connector.

5. Test the door lock:

- Close the door and try locking and unlocking it from both the inside and outside.

- Ensure the door lock is functioning properly.

6. Re-attach the door panel:

- Connect the power window and lock switch connectors to the door panel.

- Align the door panel with the door frame and gently press it back into place.

- Secure the door panel with the screws you removed earlier. Replace the plastic cover over the door handle.

- Repeat the procedure for the other door if necessary.