Standard Ignition DLA-479 Door Lock Actuator

Door Lock Actuator for Sprinter Cargo Doors

Standard Ignition DLA-479 is a door lock actuator built for cargo compartment rear door service on select Dodge Sprinter vans. It is a female connector, blade-terminal replacement with a male/male terminal layout and no latch, making it a direct-fit electrical and mechanical service part for lock operation issues.

Compatible with 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 cargo compartment rear left and rear right applications, this actuator is aimed at restoring consistent door lock movement when the original unit wears out or fails.

Key Features

• Door lock actuator for body electrical repair
• Female connector with blade terminals
• Male/male terminal configuration
• No latch design
• Built for cargo compartment rear left and rear right service
• Standard Ignition DLA-479 replacement part

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition DLA-479 is engineered as a professional-grade door lock actuator for the cargo compartment on 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and Dodge Sprinter 3500 models. Standard Ignition focuses on replacement actuators that address common failure points found in original equipment units, and this part is built to restore reliable lock actuation in demanding daily-use vehicles. This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 746-261 for the same application.

Use DLA-479 when the rear cargo door lock no longer responds correctly, moves intermittently, or fails to engage or release as expected. The part number DLA-479 is also useful when searching for a direct replacement for Sprinter cargo compartment lock service.

Common Issues This Part Can Solve

• Rear cargo door lock does not lock or unlock consistently
• Intermittent actuator response from the door lock switch
• Slow or weak lock movement at the cargo compartment door
• Electrical failure in the original actuator assembly
• Wear-related lock operation problems on Sprinter rear doors

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal layout, and vehicle application before installation. This actuator is listed without latch, so confirm the existing door hardware matches the replacement configuration. For best results, inspect the lock linkage, wiring, and door mechanism for binding or damage before installing the new actuator. Standard Ignition DLA-479 is listed for rear left and rear right cargo compartment use on the specified Dodge Sprinter models.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition develops replacement actuators with professional service needs in mind, using long-running research and development focused on correcting common OE failure issues. DLA-479 is built as a service replacement for the specified Dodge Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 applications.