HOW-TO: Fix a Broken Door Lock Actuator on a 2007 Toyota Yaris

Some time ago, the door lock actuator on my 2007 Toyota Yaris driver&side door stopped working. When I would press unlock or lock buttons on the keyfob or in the car, the door lock wouldn&work. I&spent the last few years using the key to open my door like a caveman. I just kept putting it off because the actuator is nearly $300 new. I finally decided to fix it myself with some research from multiple online forums. The problem I always found with all of their tutorials is poor-quality (or a lack of) video or pictures showing the disassembly process. I hope this fills that gap. This method works for the Yaris hatchback and sedan. This is apparently a very common problem with Toyotas (especially the Lexus ISs and GSs). Most of the methods used here are interchangeable between many of their models. The driver&side door lock actuator part number for this car from Toyota is 69040-47060. The passenger side is 69030-52470. In case there are some international viewers, this is a LHD vehicle. You can also opt to replace the electric motor rather than removing the brush residue from the rotor. The Yaris actuator uses a 20mm flat shaft electric motor, part# FC-280PC-22125. Make sure it says 20mm flat shaft (or D shaft). Mabuchi may use one part number for long or short shaft, and round or flat shaft motors so you must to be diligent.