Remove plugs start by removing the grid covered elbow vent beneath the exposed part of the door latch.
How to fix f150 door lock.
Unplug the harness from the mechanism and use a screwdriver to push out the clips holding the actuator to the mechanism.
Put the motor back in and zip tied the assy along with some sealer on the plastic rivets.
Spray the lubricant i used pb blaster as in the picture to lubricate the latch mechanisms.
There is a hole right below the yellow connector that the rod needs to sit in.
Pull the entire lock mechanism up and guide it out of the door.
Push in on the clip near the bottom of the door using a screwdriver to release it.