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Ramp door will not open

rickybobbie

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I have a Valor 43v13 and when trying to open the ramp door from the key outside I can hear the actuators trying to pop when turning the key. About 1 out of a hundred times the passenger latch will release but the drivers side never does, I checked for obstructions and sprayed the latches with WD-40 when I was able to open door from the inside yellow strap I have leveled the RV and it made no difference. It is also only about 30 degrees outside so I wonder if that is affecting it. Anyone else run into this and have any solutions
 

Bozo

Well-known member
I have a Valor 43v13 and when trying to open the ramp door from the key outside I can hear the actuators trying to pop when turning the key. About 1 out of a hundred times the passenger latch will release but the drivers side never does, I checked for obstructions and sprayed the latches with WD-40 when I was able to open door from the inside yellow strap I have leveled the RV and it made no difference. It is also only about 30 degrees outside so I wonder if that is affecting it. Anyone else run into this and have any solutions
I have a scenario just the opposite where both sides refuse to latch unless I pull it closed from the inside….when level, of course. Haven’t dove into it beyond that. Too busy fixing other stuff like leaky drain valves and such.
 

Chaseweston

Well-known member
This happened to our 44v14. I did find it odd since it’s only 1.5 years off the assembly line. I’ve seen people with brinkleys make temporary fixes by adding a screw to the tip of the solenoid plunger but it doesn’t last. You have to replace the solenoid. It’s an easy job. Only one of ours wasn’t releasing but I ordered two to have a spare on hand. They were like $22 bucks a piece a couple months ago.

This should be the same across all valors with the zero g door but confirm with parts.

Item #17365
DescriptionActuator - Electric - Ramp Door


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