Door window glass regulator — removal and installation
Warning: The models covered by this manual are equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), more commonly known as airbags. Always disable the airbag system before working in the vicinity of any airbag system component to avoid the possibility of accidental deployment of the airbag, which could cause personal injury (see Chassis electrical system).
Warning: Wear gloves when working inside the door openings to protect against cuts from sharp metal edges.
Front
1. Remove the door trim panel and the plastic water shield (see Door trim panels — removal and installation).
2. Remove the window glass (see Door window glass — removal and installation).
3. The regulator assembly is a scissors type. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the bolts holding the window regulator/motor to the door (see illustration).
i. 3 Window regulator mounting details
A Remove these regulator mounting bolts completely
B Only loosen this mounting bolt — don’t remove it
C Disconnect the regulator electrical connector
4. Pull the equalizer arm and regulator assembly through the service hole in the door frame to remove it.
5. Installation is the reverse of removal. If a new window motor was purchased individually from the regulator, transfer the new motor onto the regulator. Lubricate the rollers and wear points on the regulator with white grease before installation (see illustration).
i. 5 Window regulator details
A Window motor mounting bolts
B Make sure these areas are well lubricated with white lithium-based grease before installing
Rear
6. Remove the door trim panel and the plastic water shield (see Door trim panels — removal and installation).
7. Remove the window glass assembly (see Door window glass — removal and installation).
8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the window regulator motor.
9. Remove the regulator/motor assembly mounting bolts.
10. Remove the equalizer bar and raise the regulator assembly through the service hole in the door frame to remove it.
11. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Lubricate the rollers and wear points on the regulator with white grease before installation.