Dorman 937-088 Door Lock Actuator Motor - Front Left

Dorman 937-088 Door Lock Actuator Motor

Dorman 937-088 is a specific-fit door lock actuator motor for the front left position on select Kia Rio models. It is built with a plastic housing, male connector, and blade terminals to match the original-style electrical and mounting interface on the listed application.

Key Features

• Direct replacement door lock actuator motor for the front left door
• Specific fit for 2003-2005 Kia Rio, front left
• Plastic construction with blade terminals and a male connector
• Engineered and tested for reliable operation and safety
• Direct-fit replacement for stock actuator part number 937-088

Detailed Description

This Dorman door lock actuator motor is made for the 2003-2005 Kia Rio, front left, where the factory actuator controls door lock movement from the driver-side front door assembly. The part number 937-088 is a direct replacement option for restoring lock function when the original actuator has worn gears, weak motor output, or intermittent electrical response. It also cross-references Standard Ignition DLA1147 for the same application.

Use this actuator when servicing a Kia Rio door lock system that needs an OE-style replacement with the correct connector gender, terminal type, and specific-fit design. The 937-088 part number is also referenced in interchange listings with 81315FD100 and DLA1871.

What It Helps Fix

• Inoperative power door lock on the front left door
• Slow or weak lock/unlock response
• Intermittent actuator movement
• Noise from a failing internal actuator motor
• Locking issues caused by worn electrical or mechanical components

Installation Notes

Fits 2003-2005 Kia Rio, front left. Confirm connector style, terminal type, and door position before installation. This unit does not include mounting hardware, so reuse the original fasteners if serviceable. Verify proper lock operation after installation and check the door latch assembly for binding or damage that could affect actuator performance.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this door lock actuator has undergone extensive quality and safety testing to support reliable performance. It is engineered as a direct replacement for the stock actuator on the listed Kia Rio applications.