DIY Manual Window Regulator Replacement
05-14-2005, 10:35 PM
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DIY Manual Window Regulator Replacement
OK, this is a thread for those of you who have problems with your manual windows, and need to replace the window regulators.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS BY YOURSELF... DONT WANT TO BREAK THAT NICE EXPENSIVE SHEET OF GLASS!
Tools needed:
needlenose pliers
Phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver
socket wrench, 10mm socket, 4 inch socket extension incase you need it.
extra set of hands ( or two )
parts needed:
new/used replacement window regulator, and possible some grease/lube for the tracks.
cost:
$70 was the average quote for the regulator, ( i got misquoted for $35 and took advantage
) Try looking at local junkyards.
OK, lets get started:
Step 1.
there will be 3 screws to remove before you can pull the door panel off. You will need a phillips screwdriver for this. remove the molding from the cup and the door handle area.
Step 2.
Pull the omega pin from the window crank handle. then pull the handle off. use pliers for this
Step 3.
Grab from the bottom of the door panel, and pull the door panel loose until the panel will come off. There will be popping noises, ignore it, its just the door panel clips coming out of the holes. There will be 9 door panel clips and the one clip that had the plastic screw in it, dont loose them or your door panel will be a little loose.(if you cant get your fingers under the door panel use that flathead screwdriver to pry it loose until you can get your fingers in)
Step 4.
Peel the plastic sheeting off the door panel ( not pictured )
your door will now look like this:
Step 5.
Have your friend help you with this next part.
Have one person holding the window securely.
Continue to remove the following bolt sets.
Step 6.
let the window come down into the door ( keeping the window within the window tracks)
Step 7.
Unbolt the last two remaining bolts from the window.
Step 8.
Bring your new/used replacement regulator into the picture.
Put the new regulator into the door. reassemble the regulator to the door in reverse order of instructions. Remember to align the window in the window tracks so your window will be nice and flush. and If your plastic sheeting was in good shape after removing it, you can put it back on. ( mine was too old and ripped/cracked too much to put it back on. )
and now hopefully you will enjoy your window that rolls down once again!
Here are some pictures of my original regulator and what happened to it:
Modified by logikalfury at 1:45 PM 5/15/2005
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS BY YOURSELF... DONT WANT TO BREAK THAT NICE EXPENSIVE SHEET OF GLASS!
Tools needed:
needlenose pliers
Phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver
socket wrench, 10mm socket, 4 inch socket extension incase you need it.
extra set of hands ( or two )
parts needed:
new/used replacement window regulator, and possible some grease/lube for the tracks.
cost:
$70 was the average quote for the regulator, ( i got misquoted for $35 and took advantage
) Try looking at local junkyards.OK, lets get started:
Step 1.
there will be 3 screws to remove before you can pull the door panel off. You will need a phillips screwdriver for this. remove the molding from the cup and the door handle area.
Step 2.
Pull the omega pin from the window crank handle. then pull the handle off. use pliers for this
Step 3.
Grab from the bottom of the door panel, and pull the door panel loose until the panel will come off. There will be popping noises, ignore it, its just the door panel clips coming out of the holes. There will be 9 door panel clips and the one clip that had the plastic screw in it, dont loose them or your door panel will be a little loose.(if you cant get your fingers under the door panel use that flathead screwdriver to pry it loose until you can get your fingers in)
Step 4.
Peel the plastic sheeting off the door panel ( not pictured )
your door will now look like this:
Step 5.
Have your friend help you with this next part.
Have one person holding the window securely.
Continue to remove the following bolt sets.
Step 6.
let the window come down into the door ( keeping the window within the window tracks)
Step 7.
Unbolt the last two remaining bolts from the window.
Step 8.
Bring your new/used replacement regulator into the picture.
Put the new regulator into the door. reassemble the regulator to the door in reverse order of instructions. Remember to align the window in the window tracks so your window will be nice and flush. and If your plastic sheeting was in good shape after removing it, you can put it back on. ( mine was too old and ripped/cracked too much to put it back on. )
and now hopefully you will enjoy your window that rolls down once again!
Here are some pictures of my original regulator and what happened to it:
Modified by logikalfury at 1:45 PM 5/15/2005
05-15-2005, 06:08 AM
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Re: DIY Manual Window Regulator Replacement (logikalfury)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by logikalfury »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS BY YOURSELF... DONT WANT TO BREAK THAT NICE EXPENSIVE SHEET OF GLASS!
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lol I replaced a few years ago by myself... cheapest DIY job I've ever done, got the replacement regulartor for $2 shipped from an online junkyard..... Holding the glass with one hand and installing the regulator with the other was quite the task.
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lol I replaced a few years ago by myself... cheapest DIY job I've ever done, got the replacement regulartor for $2 shipped from an online junkyard..... Holding the glass with one hand and installing the regulator with the other was quite the task.
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resized the pictures today, and added a few more pictures!
thanks for your support to everyone who replied.
matt
To answer dimitri_eg8: you can re-use the old regulator as long as there is no damage to it.
thanks for your support to everyone who replied.
matt
To answer dimitri_eg8: you can re-use the old regulator as long as there is no damage to it.
05-15-2005, 10:08 PM
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Re: (deserthonda)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by deserthonda »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">you dont need to hold reg with hand pioneer next time put window all the way up and put some tape around top of door to hold window up by itself</TD></TR></TABLE>
Does everyone have this much of an issue just removing the glass from the window? Wondering cause it prevents the risk or worry of having to wait on an extra person or tape giving out. I've always just removed it from the tracks and went about my business. I'm the type that wants to work alone so maybe it's just me.
Does everyone have this much of an issue just removing the glass from the window? Wondering cause it prevents the risk or worry of having to wait on an extra person or tape giving out. I've always just removed it from the tracks and went about my business. I'm the type that wants to work alone so maybe it's just me.
05-15-2005, 10:12 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by INVALID »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Does everyone have this much of an issue just removing the glass from the window? Wondering cause it prevents the risk or worry of having to wait on an extra person or tape giving out. I've always just removed it from the tracks and went about my business. I'm the type that wants to work alone so maybe it's just me. </TD></TR></TABLE>
its just easier to leave it in as i found, that way you dont have to worry about lining the window up in the track again.
its just easier to leave it in as i found, that way you dont have to worry about lining the window up in the track again.
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Good warning for others then. I guess I've just done it enough then cause I've never had any issues getting it back into my car.
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Re: DIY Manual Window Regulator Replacement (Pioneer162)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Pioneer162 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
lol I replaced a few years ago by myself... cheapest DIY job I've ever done, got the replacement regulartor for $2 shipped from an online junkyard..... Holding the glass with one hand and installing the regulator with the other was quite the task. </TD></TR></TABLE>
What online site did you use? because i can't seem to find one for a descent price!
lol I replaced a few years ago by myself... cheapest DIY job I've ever done, got the replacement regulartor for $2 shipped from an online junkyard..... Holding the glass with one hand and installing the regulator with the other was quite the task.
</TD></TR></TABLE>What online site did you use? because i can't seem to find one for a descent price!
12-21-2007, 02:23 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by logikalfury »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
its just easier to leave it in as i found, that way you dont have to worry about lining the window up in the track again.</TD></TR></TABLE>
In my case my scissor assembly was soo twisted from people prying the window open to try to steal the car that the window would already come out of it's track when rolled all the way up. So I took it out and then when I put the new regulator back in I reinstalled the window and then adjusted the tracks... it was really easy.
its just easier to leave it in as i found, that way you dont have to worry about lining the window up in the track again.</TD></TR></TABLE>
In my case my scissor assembly was soo twisted from people prying the window open to try to steal the car that the window would already come out of it's track when rolled all the way up. So I took it out and then when I put the new regulator back in I reinstalled the window and then adjusted the tracks... it was really easy.
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idk if it is my window regular or is it the track but when i roll up my window it slow curves towards the front of the car. it does not roll up straight. it has a lil tilt to it. and wen its fully up i have to open the door and put my hands together on the glass (one hand outside and one on the inside) and pull it to the back.
anyone else have this problem?
anyone else have this problem?
