Front Door Window Regulator: Service and Repair

Front Side Door Window Regulator Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement () .
3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement Service and Repair.

Caution: Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the driver's door. When operated, the Express Down Feature allows the door window to drop very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.

4. Reconnect the power window switch and module.
5. Raise the window to the full-up position.
6. Tape the window in place.

Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.





7. Loosen the window clamp attachment bolts.
8. Lower the regulator clamps (2) to the full down position.




9. Remove the five retainer bolts (1, 2).
10. Disconnect the electrical connector from the window regulator motor.




11. Remove the window regulator (1) from the door.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the window regulator (1) into the door.
2. Locate the two captive bolts (2) into the keyhole slots in the door panel.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the three remaining window regulator bolts (2) in order to secure the regulator.

Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

4. Connect the electrical connector to the window regulator motor.





Important: Ensure that the rubber insulators are properly attached to the window regulator clamps.


5. Carefully raise the window regulator clamps (2) to the full up position, engaging the window (1).
6. Remove the tape from the window.
7. Complete the following to properly position the window:

1. Lower the window approximately two inches.
2. Seat the window fully rearward against the center pillar.
3. Adjust the window forward 2 mm to 3 mm (5/64 in to 1/8 in).
4. Raise the window to the full up position.

8. Set the glass with the clamp bolts.

Tighten the window clamp bolts to 10.5 N.m (93 lb in).

9. Disconnect the power window switch and module.
10. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement Service and Repair.
11. Install the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement () .
12. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) .