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'98 Explorer Broken Lock Actuator Bolt/Nut

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Old 06-02-2008, 12:41 PM
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Default '98 Explorer Broken Lock Actuator Bolt/Nut

I popped off my front d/s trim to find out why my actuator works but doesn't pop the lock up or down fully. I found out why. The bolt (or possibly screw) is attached to the actuator bracket, but the nut is missing. I did a quick fix forcing a piece of dowel between the actuator and outside panel, but I doubt it will last long. Where can I buy the bolt and nut? Any tips when doing this? A few months ago I swapped-out the rear lift gate actuator with an OEM I got cheap off ebay, it was pretty easy except re-attaching all the linkages. I misssed the latch linkage and had to fumble around with the lift gate closed (interior trim off) through the window. Without that latch linkage attached,the gate wouldn't open. Thankfully the trim was off and the window opens out separately. Reason I bring this up is I'd hate to have that door closed and not be able to open it,thanx in advance!
 
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