Will this Power Lock Actuator fit my 1987 Vanagon driver door?

Yes! This actuator is designed to fit all 1980-1991 Vanagons that came with factory power door locks, including your 1987 model. Just ensure you're selecting the correct actuator for the driver door.

What exactly comes in the box when I buy this Power Lock Actuator?

The package includes the power lock actuator itself and a wiring harness adapter. Please note, the wiring harness isn't included, so if yours is damaged, you may need to replace or reuse your existing one.

Is installing this Power Lock Actuator something I can do myself?

Absolutely! Many Vanagon owners find installation straightforward, especially with this quality aftermarket part and the included wiring harness adapter. If you're comfortable with basic door panel removal and following instructions, you should be fine. GoWesty’s customer service is also available if you run into questions.

How does this aftermarket actuator compare to the original OEM part?

This quality aftermarket actuator offers reliable performance comparable to OEM parts, often at better value. Customers love its durability and ease of installation, and our 5-star reviews back that up. It's a trusted option for keeping your Vanagon's power locks working smoothly.

Will this actuator work for the sliding door or rear hatch, too?

Yes, GoWesty offers this actuator specifically for the driver door, passenger door, sliding door, and rear hatch of 1980-1991 Vanagons with factory power locks. Make sure to choose the correct door option when ordering to get the right fit.

Actionneur de verrouillage électrique [Vanagon] | 255-959-78

Driver/Passenger Door Actuator on White Background

Actionneur de verrouillage électrique [Vanagon]

Product:	255-959-78
Works With:	1980-1991
Manufacturer:	Quality Aftermarket
Availability:	Good Stock

$93.95

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Cet actionneur de verrouillage électrique convient à tous les Vanagon 1980-1991 équipés de verrouillages électriques de porte d’origine. Il comprend l’actionneur et l’adaptateur de faisceau de câbles. Faisceau de câbles non inclus.

Disponible pour la porte conducteur, la porte passager et le hayon arrière.

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Lock actuator replacement

Old actuator failed from water intrusion. I had a replacement actuator but no pigtail for it. Would be nice if GW sold 701972390 pigtail as I was forced to buy another actuator with the pigtail. Easy change out, good for another 10 years.

Product works great..!! Customers service is great as well.

2nd time Ive replaced this unit (last was near 10yrs ago) and it works GREAT! Thx GW for supplying parts for our old VWs, especially when “they” want us to convert to toxic electric vehicles that will never do what our old VWs can, or be serviced/repaired w/out needing a computer to tell us whats wrong and an electrical engineering degree to figure “it” out. Cheers one and all

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Roy Chacon

Having trouble finding parts for your vanagon, this where to look. Great service and delivery in a short time, recommend Gowesty every time.

Goal accomplished

One of my goals was to be able to lock all the doors now I can.

A well traveled part

Never had this experience before. Ordered the part USPS picked it up from GW, watched move up the west coast via tracking. Saw it hit town ready for delivery... Then it didn't show up, what?? Checked tracking and it was in NEW JERSEY!!! Out for delivery here today, a week later. Can't wait to see the package and all the travel sticker it got in the travels. Need a travel log like Oceans Bourbon. Kinda funny when you really think about it. Not the fault of GW.... Blame it on AI technology