But. This definitely fits my 2003 Ford Explorer Sport. Just like the Dorman website as well as AutoZone said it should. It seems to work great, and I'm sure it would if it was installed properly. I've seen other reviews stating that installing this was a PITA, and they are not wrong. We struggled to remove the faulty Lock Assembly and in our frustration couldn't remember what went where. So when we tried to install this, we had to do a lot of trial and error to connect it back up, and we didn't do it quite right(We're pretty sure we don't have the key lock connected properly), but we did it well enough to lock and unlock as well as to open the door with the inside and outside handles. Took us about 3 hours.
If it wasn't for my brother who wanted to figure it out, I would have given up and taken it to a mechanic or body shop or find the appropriate professional that would install this for me. I would not recommend doing this yourself.
| Manufacturer | Dorman - OE Solutions |
|---|---|
| Place of Business | Colmar, PA 18915, US |
| Brand | Dorman |
| Model | 940-400 |
| Product Dimensions | 16.26 x 12.7 x 8.38 cm; 362.87 Grams |
| Item model number | 940-400 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Exterior | Ready To Paint If Needed |
| Manufacturer part number | 940-400 |
| OEM part number | DLA1218; 3L5Z7821813AA; 4L5Z7821813AA; 5L5Z7821813AA; 6L5Z 7821813-C; 6L5Z7821813A; 6L5Z7821813B; F1TZ7821813A; F87Z7821813AA; F87Z7821813AB |
| Cover Included | Door Latch Assembly |
| Item Weight | 363 g |
| Country of origin | USA |