Standard Ignition Door Latch Assembly P/N:SDL101
Standard Motor Products
Standard Ignition DLA1218 front left door latch for the 1991-2001 Ford Explorer and other vehicles holds the door closed on its striker and releases it when you pull the handle.
A door that won't stay shut, won't open, or rattles when closed can mean the latch is wearing out. A failing door lock actuator can act the same way, so these signs alone don't prove the latch is the problem. Each door has its own latch, and this one is for the front left door.
It fits the 1991-2001 Ford Explorer and the 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
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Is DLA1218 a 1997 Ford Explorer door latch, and does it also work as a 1998 Explorer door latch?
Yes. Standard Ignition DLA1218 fits the 1991-2001 Ford Explorer, which includes both the 1997 and 1998 model years.
Will the DLA1218 front left latch fit a 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Yes. Standard Ignition DLA1218 is a front left door latch that fits the 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
What kind of electrical connector does this door latch have?
It has one square female connector with a single male blade terminal, so the wiring plug must match that style.
How do I know if a front left door latch assembly is wearing out?
A door that won't stay closed, won't open, or rattles when you shut it can mean the latch is worn. A shop can test the latch if you're unsure.
Does this latch have a corrosion-resistant housing?
Yes. This Standard Ignition DLA1218 latch has a corrosion-resistant housing, and it is designed to meet Federal Safety Standards on passenger entrapment.
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