This solenoid is the electrically-operated latch mechanism that physically locks and unlocks your car door when you press the central locking button or use your key fob—it's what actually moves the catch to secure or release the door from the frame.
The solenoid is mounted directly inside the door panel itself, integrated into the latch assembly near the door edge where the catch engages with the striker plate on the vehicle body.
When this solenoid fails, you'll typically experience doors that won't lock or unlock via the central locking system, though the manual lock button inside the car may still work; some owners also report the door clicking repeatedly without actually locking, or getting stuck in a half-locked state.
Diagnosis involves checking for power reaching the solenoid when you activate central locking (using a multimeter), then removing the door panel to access the latch assembly and test the solenoid directly or swap in a known-good unit to confirm the fault before fitting a replacement.
These solenoids are not economically reconditionable in most cases—they're sealed electromechanical units and attempting to repair or rewind one risks introducing moisture and magnetic contamination, making a replacement the standard fix.
A genuine used solenoid from the same vehicle model is absolutely suitable as a replacement and often the most cost-effective option, provided it's been tested for continuity and holding power before installation.
You'll also hear this part called a door latch solenoid, central locking solenoid, door lock actuator solenoid, or simply the latch solenoid—some dealers refer to it as part of the central locking mechanism.
Always disconnect the battery before removing the door panel and working on the solenoid to avoid accidental door locking and electrical shorts; ensure you've identified which door (front left, front right, etc.) before ordering, as each position uses a specific part number.
Opel Vauxhall Corsa D MK3 L08B 9AC08 EXC AC CDTI ECOFLEX 11 REG 73bph Door Catch Centre Lock Mechanism Solenoid LEFT PASSENGER NEAR SIDE FRONT NSF 1.3 1248 cc Diesel A13DTC / A13DTE 5 Speed Manual 3 Door Hatchback
Part Number(s): 13258277, 13 32 670 - click a part number above to view and buy this exact part.
THIS IS GENERAL LEVEL INFORMATION FOR THE PART, INFORMATION IMPLEMENTATION MAY VARY FROM CAR MAKE MODEL, REGION
