Continental AC89163 Door Lock Actuator - Front Left or Rear Left

Brand Continental AC89163
Position Front Left
Connector Gender Male
Connector Quantity 1
Material Plastic
Mounting Method Snap In
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 2
Terminal Type Pin
Voltage 12
Fits Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln · 91 vehicles

OE validated fit. Identical in fit, form, and function to the original equipment.

Snap-in installation. Simplified installation with a snap-in mounting method.

Restores locking function. Provides quality performance for a door lock actuator.

Cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 746-163, Standard Ignition DLA-247 and 1L2Z218A43AA for the same application. See all 14.

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OE Door Lock Actuator for Ford and Lincoln

Continental AC89163 is an OE-validated door lock actuator built to match original equipment fit, form, and function. It is designed for 12-volt systems and uses a snap-in mounting style with a single male connector, making it a direct replacement for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications.

  • OE-validated replacement for factory-style door lock operation
  • 12-volt actuator with plastic housing
  • Snap-in mounting method for simplified installation
  • 1 male connector, 2 male terminals
  • Restores door locking mechanism performance on supported vehicles
  • Fits front left and rear left applications where listed

Detailed Product Overview

Continental AC89163 is engineered for drivers replacing a worn or failed door lock actuator on vehicles such as the Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford Mustang, Mercury Mountaineer, and Lincoln Aviator. As an OE-style actuator, it follows the original equipment dimensions and operating characteristics so the locking system works as intended after repair. This part number, AC89163, is also referenced in cross applications such as Dorman OE Solutions 746-163 and Standard Ignition DLA-247.

Built for long service life and straightforward installation, this actuator is a practical choice when the door lock no longer responds correctly, moves slowly, or fails to engage. Continental AC89163 supports the original locking mechanism on select front left and rear left door positions across 2002-2010 Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models.

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, front left.
  • Fits 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, rear left.
  • Fits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, front left.
  • Fits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear left.
  • Fits 2004-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear left.
  • Fits 2005-2010 Ford Mustang, front left.
  • Fits 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, front left.
  • Fits 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, rear left.
  • Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, front left.
  • Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, front left.
  • Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, front left.
  • Fits 2004-2008 Ford F-150, front left.
  • Fits 2004-2008 Ford F-150, rear left.
  • Fits 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT, front left.
  • Fits 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT, rear left.
  • Fits 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, front left.
  • Fits 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, front left.
  • Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, front left.
  • Fits 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, front left.
  • Fits 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, rear left.

Common Problems This Part Can Solve

  • Door locks that do not respond to the switch or key fob
  • Intermittent locking or unlocking on the affected door
  • Slow, weak, or noisy actuator movement
  • Lock mechanism that stays stuck in the locked or unlocked position
  • Loss of proper central locking function on the listed door position

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and door position before ordering. This actuator uses a snap-in mounting method, a single male connector, and pin-style terminals, so the replacement should be matched to the original connector and mounting layout on the vehicle. For best results, inspect the latch and linkage for wear before installation and confirm the locking system operates correctly after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Continental OE validated actuators are built to match original equipment specifications for fit, form, and function. Continental supplies actuator coverage for door locks and other vehicle access points, with designs focused on OE-style performance and simplified installation.

This part fits 91 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2010FordExplorerFront Left
2010FordExplorerRear Left
2010FordExplorer Sport TracFront Left
2010FordExplorer Sport TracRear Left
2010FordMustangFront Left
2010MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2010MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2009FordExplorerFront Left
2009FordExplorerRear Left
2009FordExplorer Sport TracFront Left
2009FordExplorer Sport TracRear Left
2009FordMustangFront Left
2009FordTaurusFront Left
2009FordTaurus XFront Left
2009MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2009MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2009MercurySableFront Left
2008FordExplorerFront Left
2008FordExplorerRear Left
2008FordExplorer Sport TracFront Left
2008FordExplorer Sport TracRear Left
2008FordF-150Front Left
2008FordF-150Rear Left
2008FordMustangFront Left
2008FordTaurusFront Left
2008FordTaurus XFront Left
2008LincolnMark LTFront Left
2008LincolnMark LTRear Left
2008MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2008MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2008MercurySableFront Left
2007FordExplorerFront Left
2007FordExplorerRear Left
2007FordExplorer Sport TracFront Left
2007FordExplorer Sport TracRear Left
2007FordF-150Front Left
2007FordF-150Rear Left
2007FordFive HundredFront Left
2007FordFreestyleFront Left
2007FordMustangFront Left
2007LincolnMark LTFront Left
2007LincolnMark LTRear Left
2007MercuryMontegoFront Left
2007MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2007MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2006FordExplorerFront Left
2006FordExplorerRear Left
2006FordF-1505.4LV8GASFront Left
2006FordF-150Crew Cab Pickup4.2LV6GASRear Left
2006FordF-150Crew Cab Pickup4.6LV8GASRear Left
2006FordF-150Crew Cab Pickup5.4LV8GASRear Left
2006FordFive HundredFront Left
2006FordFreestyleFront Left
2006FordMustangFront Left
2006LincolnMark LTFront Left
2006LincolnMark LTRear Left
2006MercuryMontegoFront Left
2006MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2006MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2005FordExplorerFront Left
2005FordExplorerRear Left
2005FordExplorer Sport TracRear Left
2005FordF-150Front Left
2005FordF-150Crew Cab PickupRear Left
2005FordFive HundredFront Left
2005FordFreestyleFront Left
2005FordMustangFront Left
2005LincolnAviatorFront Left
2005LincolnAviatorRear Left
2005MercuryMontegoFront Left
2005MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2005MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2004FordExplorerFront Left
2004FordExplorerRear Left
2004FordExplorer Sport TracRear Left
2004FordF-150Front Left
2004FordF-150Crew Cab PickupRear Left
2004LincolnAviatorFront Left
2004LincolnAviatorRear Left
2004MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2004MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2003FordExplorerFront Left
2003FordExplorerRear Left
2003LincolnAviatorFront Left
2003LincolnAviatorRear Left
2003MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2003MercuryMountaineerRear Left
2002FordExplorerFront Left
2002FordExplorerRear Left
2002MercuryMountaineerFront Left
2002MercuryMountaineerRear Left
Directly replaces or cross-references 14 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Dorman - OE Solutions — 746-163Standard Ignition — DLA-2471L2Z218A43AA1L2Z78218A43AA3L2Z78218A43AA3L2Z78218A43AB4L2Z78218A43AA6L2Z78218A43AA6L2Z78218A43AB8D1357DLA341DLA382FO1314113SW-6952