DIY Window Regulator Install GEN IV

[01sapphirebob]

Alright so, a few weeks ago my pass. side window regulator decided to go bad. I was rolling the window up and a heard a loud "POP." I was still able to move the window up and down BUT it would either roll up too high or down too far. So that can only mean one thing...replacement of the regulator. I know people have done this in the past and I have read contless horror stories about this job. My experience went really well actually. I tried to take lots of pictures since everywhere I researched there were none for this job. Especilly when it came to removing the door panel and the dreaded two clips at the top of the panel.

Tools needed

-Phillips head screw driver
-10 mm socket wrench
-Pliers
-Bourbon to celebrate with when completed. :)

I can't stress enough, give yourself time to do this job. It's not something you want to rush. From those that I talked to I've heard them say it took them just over two hours to do both sides of their cars! It's not a race. Especially when it come to this job. There are three pieces that I would say are pretty delicate and also crucial to this job. The clips on the top of the door panel, the window, and the regulator. So take your time. If I had to add it up I probably did this job in a matter of two hours over a few days.

So first things first, open your door. :P

Next, There are three pop rivets in the door. You'll need to remove them.

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From there you can start to remove all the various screws that hold the interior panel to the door. This will include removing the speaker and the grab handle on the door. There are two screws underneath the handle that need to be removed.

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You will need to disconnect the speaker.

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There is one screw I forgot to take a picture of. It is located to the left of the one that is behind the door handle.

After all those screws we come to the fun part. The part that everyone fears....the two clips at the top of the door panel. Here they are...

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So This is the picture I'm going to show you on how to free this panel from the door.

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Heres what you need to do at this point. If you'll notice my hand, it's at the bottom of the panel. What you'll want to do is reach into the door between the panel and the door itself. Then move your hand towards the top of the door. Use your index finger to try and find the "seam" where the plastic piece that holds those two clips is and where it meets the weatherstripping of the door. Run your finger along that "seam." You should feel a metal clip. Thats where you want to be. The clips are finger pressure sensitive. Simply push on the clip with your finger and the panel should pop up. If it doesn't, push from the bottom of the door panel very gently while pushing on the clip. That should free the panel. Do the rear clip first, then do the front clip.

Once you have that done you will need to disconnect a couple cables from the door and disconnect the door handle cable.

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The door handle cable also needs to be removed. Just pry it up and it will pop out. The cable is held in by a "T" bar. I recommed popping the cable out first.

Now the window needs to come out.

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When you look at this image you will see a metal clip. That needs to be removed to free the front part of the window. The new regulator you purchase SHOULD have a clip with it but hang on to the old one just in case.

You will also need to remove these two 10 mm bolts seen in the holes in the door. This will free the window.

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It may take a little muscle to free the window from the door. Just take you time.

Now, remove the vapor barrier.

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Now you can remove all the various 10 mm bolts that hold the old regulator in the door. DO NOT remove the one bold in the first image that has a brass backing.

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[01sapphirebob]

You can now disconnect the old regulator from it's power source.

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Now comes the scariest part of this whole install. Putting in the new regulator. When I first looked at this I thought to myself...Theres no *&%$ing way this is going in here without it breaking as I broke the old one getting it out of the door. BUT, if you take your time it will get into the door.

You want to start off by taking the front part of the regulator and slide it through the hole in the door as far as you can while the back end of the regulator is pointed towards the ground.

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Then you want to start putting the regulator motor in. While doing this, you are going to want to and put the front part of the regulator through the slit in the door for the window. Like so...

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Looks scary as hell but it works.

Then you will have to put the back end of the regulator in. The top side of it must go in first. Unfortunately this is the best image I have of this part. :(

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At this point you've done it! You got the regulator in. Now it's pretty much just the reverse of what you just did. I did NOT have to do a relearn procudure once I got everything hooked back up. Mine worked correctly right out of the gate. I hope this helps some folks that try to tackle this job themselves. :)

[Fatboy 18]

Not that I own a later Gen Car, but just wanted to thank you for taking the time to record what you were doing and taking photos, its things like this that make this place and Club a great place to be :)

[sonicbloo]

Great pics, thanks for sharing, although hopefully I won't ever need to refer to it :)

[City]

Not that I own a later Gen Car, but just wanted to thank you for taking the time to record what you were doing and taking photos, its things like this that make this place and Club a great place to be :)

ABSOLUTELY! WOW! Major effort Bob! Thank you.




Tools needed

-Phillips head screw driver
-10 mm socket wrench
-Pliers
-Bourbon to celebrate with when completed. :)



Ahem ... you forgot to state the brand and amount of Bourbon! Negates the entire thread!

[Chorps]

Subscribed and many thanks!

[Stretch]

Thanks for typing this up and adding pictures Bob!

[01sapphirebob]

Thanks for the comments everyone! Hopefully this helps someone out down the road. :)

City.... Three fingers worth of Makers 46 :)

[poptarts]

i wonder if this is the same process on the gen 5? I'm thinking i will be replacing my passenger regulator on my 14 soon.. SMDH

[LATAMUD]

i wonder if this is the same process on the gen 5? I'm thinking i will be replacing my passenger regulator on my 14 soon.. SMDH

Likely the only difference will be the door panel.

[poptarts]

Likely the only difference will be the door panel.

thats what I'm thinking also.

[Rocket]

Great write up - and great explanation of getting to those PIA spring clips that hold the top of the door panel in place. Critical piece to remember is to NOT FORCE the new regulator into the door. As shown above, snake the front portion of the regulator out of the top of the door opening to allow for enough room to get the rear support in through the opening.

[FrgMstr]

Alright so, a few weeks ago my pass. side window regulator decided to go bad. I was rolling the window up and a heard a loud "POP."

Thanks for the writeup. Great directions. Still broke the POS window trim. But I did not break the new regulator going in! :)

I also took this picture to show you exactly where these clips are after I broke off the panel. Thought it might help some of you guys find those in the future. I was not 100% from the instructions above. The manual actually calls for a slimjim type tool to reach in from the top an disengage these.

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[ssgsnake]

Thanks very helpful. Now where the best deal to get the assembly's

[01sapphirebob]

Thanks for the writeup. Great directions. Still broke the POS window trim. But I did not break the new regulator going in! :)

I also took this picture to show you exactly where these clips are after I broke off the panel. Thought it might help some of you guys find those in the future. I was not 100% from the instructions above. The manual actually calls for a slimjim type tool to reach in from the top an disengage these.

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Bummer that the panel still broke. :( That pic should be very helpful though. I cannot tell you how many times I reread what I had typed to see if it made sense. LOL


Thanks very helpful. Now where the best deal to get the assembly's

I got my regulator from Jon B. Came in a box three times the size of the regulator. LOL

[FrgMstr]

Bummer that the panel still broke. :( That pic should be very helpful though. I cannot tell you how many times I reread what I had typed to see if it made sense. LOL



I got my regulator from Jon B. Came in a box three times the size of the regulator. LOL

A little bit of Gorilla glue and some clamps made it whole again. :)

As for the part, I bought it elsewhere and when it got here I was very worried it was damaged. But at a good price.

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[SilverACR]

I need to give a huge thanks to the OP for this thread! I did my passenger side window regulator last night with absolutely no incidents.

[99RT10]

How much was the regulator? I might have to do this in the future................ :(

[13COBRA]

How much was the regulator? I might have to do this in the future................ :(

I don't remember for a fact, but I believe they're right around $250 now.

[SilverACR]

4865610AI
Regulator
$266.76
1
$266.76
Subtotal:
$266.76
Shipping (Standard Ground Shipping):
$30.60
Total:
$297.36

From Moparpartscorp.com

[SilverACR]

One word on the clips that hold the top on. Like OP said do rear first then front. You can feel them under the weather strip and if you close your eyes you will feel two sharp tabs with a sharp tab just lower than them in the middle. Push on that middle sharp tab until you feel the clip heading up. You will know what I mean when you do the first one. I didn’t even come close to having to put upward pressure on the panel once I figured out the clips.

LOL one word!

[v10CodeMonkey]

Great write-up! Does the window need to be in any particular position when starting this install?

[01sapphirebob]

[QUOTE=v10CodeMonkey;384471]Great write-up! Does the window need to be in any particular position when starting this install?[/QUOTE

I had mine all the way up when I started. It keeps it out of the way. You’ll need to lower it eventually to gain access to the screws that hold the window to the regulator though.

[sonicbloo]

Great pics, thanks for sharing, although hopefully I won't ever need to refer to it :)

Nearly 3 years later, it looks like I'm going to be tackling this in a few weeks time :( .........

Passenger side window is making the dreaded popping sound, this started towards the end of my 1600 mile Euro trip ( arrived home today ) I've ordered the fixing kit (plus a spare for when the driver side breaks !) https://theviperstore.com/Viper3_Products_Parts&Upgrades_Replacement_Parts_Mechanical.htm so will update this thread with my results when the work is done

I'll probably celebrate with cold beer rather than bourbon :)

[01sapphirebob]

Nearly 3 years later, it looks like I'm going to be tackling this in a few weeks time :( .........

Passenger side window is making the dreaded popping sound, this started towards the end of my 1600 mile Euro trip ( arrived home today ) I've ordered the fixing kit (plus a spare for when the driver side breaks !) https://theviperstore.com/Viper3_Products_Parts&Upgrades_Replacement_Parts_Mechanical.htm so will update this thread with my results when the work is done

I'll probably celebrate with cold beer rather than bourbon :)

Hopefully things go smoothly for you. Im just glad to see this thread is still helping people years later.

[sonicbloo]

Okay Guys, I'm a happy bunny at last. The fixing kit arrived, is now installed, and hopefully I'll never need to do the passenger regulator again. I had a few issues along the way - it took ages to get the plastic rivets out, one of which I had to cut with a hacksaw! Also the top of the door card with the 2 metal clips didn't come off with the panel, so I removed all the (useless) staples and glued it back together.

Big thanks to the OP of this thread (thanks Bob :) ) I've added my own pics to show the fixing kit which cost $79 including the pliers and tape plus shipping. It was a bit fiddly to do but got there in the end, I'm not sure why they supply 2 long and 2 short screws, 4 long ones made the job much easier

Anyway, here's a video of the faulty window before starting so you can see what the symptoms are


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=313mcks4NU4&feature=youtu.be

The repair kit

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My faulty regulator, you can see in the bottom left where the plastic tube had come out of it's joint (note also the holes in the plastic corners of the regulator, they serve no purpose, but the metal fixing bracket uses these - so why did Dodge not do this simple bracket at the factory?? - it would have saved a lot of warranty claims and busted regulators

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After removing the 3 screws on the motor bracket, disassemble, fit the repair kit, then replace the motor screws. Use the screws and nuts to fix the ends - notice that one side is 'face up', the other is 'face down' as per the instructions supplied) The metal fixing bracket is supplied flat, so the pliers are used to bend the ends where the screws go.

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Wrap the electrical tape round the metal fixing bracket and the window regulator tube at both ends

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Now the fix is complete, it was still hard to get the assembly back in the door, but you can afford to be quite rough with it as the metal makes it (hopefully) impossible to snap the plastic tubing.

[sonicbloo]

Finally here are a couple of pictures of the metal clip which holds the front of the window glass to the regulator, just to make things clearer.

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and this is where it fits, I practised on the garage floor before putting it back in the car

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[v10CodeMonkey]

A big thanks to both 01bigsapphirebob and sonicbloo, gave me the courage to try tackling this and everything works great except at the last 1 or so inches when rolling window up it makes a rattling sound, like it is rubbing on something and getting slightly stuck. Anyone else experience this? I've readjusted the window a little and it still does it. Other than that, it does fine when the door is closed and everything.

As far as the repair kit, I felt like it was a bit jankity and if I had to do it all over I would probably spring for the new regulator instead. And I might still if I can't get this rattle resolved.

Also, upon inspection, my plastic sleeve on the regulator was not cracked or broken anywhere that I could see, but it was making the same noises as sonicbloo's in the video.

A few pics from my installation:

I tried to get pics of where the metal tabs were to help others out bc I had a heck of time finding the front one. It felt like it was pushed further down.

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Here's a side view, peeping in from where the top rivet was:

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Pic of the door handle cable, gives you an idea of how you need to wrangle it around to get it out of it's slot:

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Pic of getting the regulator out, I just shoved a small bit out the top and it came out pretty easy:

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See how the repair kit doesn't quite match the bend in my sleeve? Not sure if others have the same issue or not, but it bothered me:

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[sonicbloo]

A big thanks to both 01bigsapphirebob and sonicbloo, gave me the courage to try tackling this and everything works great except at the last 1 or so inches when rolling window up it makes a rattling sound, like it is rubbing on something and getting slightly stuck. Anyone else experience this? I've readjusted the window a little and it still does it. Other than that, it does fine when the door is closed and everything.]

Could the window be catching on one of the nuts that is supplied with the repair kit? Mine was - so I removed it and inserted it the other way round so the nut was on the opposite side. I'm glad I tried it before putting the door panel back on :)

Don't worry about the repair kit not quite following the shape of the plastic tube, it shouldn't matter

[Zubik]

Bumping this old thread. Awesome write ups. I ordered a new actuator more than a year ago. Months after that I found out about the repair kit. Assembled the repair kid ahead of time and today finally installed it.

Here are my take awaya:
-def test the window before assembling the door card. One of the repair kit nuts was hitting the window bracket. I hat to flip the nut orientation and gently pry the metal reinforcement of the repair kit towards the middle of the car.
-while in there I placed a bunch if sound deadening. My door slipped/sagged, so had to adjust the door to get everything to line up again.

Thanks for all who posted ahead of time to make this a breeze.

[Tom, F&L GoR]

This was very helpful, I had that bad groan as the glass traveled the uppermost inch of travel. I ordered the stainless steel "spine" but otherwise the project is as described.

Some added hints:
The first three plastic rivets-push the center in and it releases the same as if you could pull it out.
The instructions dont highlight this, but I removed the outer plastic rub strip also (the small screws are accessible through holes in the door.) This provides more space to poke the front tube of the regulator upwards.
The stainless spine worked for me, nothing had broken and the noise was the plastic tube rotating in the housing. With the support, it's quiet.
Be more forceful when installing the spine assisted regulator.

This is one of those projects that takes 90 minutes the first time and 30 minutes the next time.

[nautoncall]

Thanks so much for this thread. Made all the difference. I guess I should have read all the posts as I just see where Tom above told me how to remove the pop rivets. Well, I destroyed a couple before I figured it out!!!!

[Raheel]

[QUOTE=01sapphirebob;254404]

So first things first, open your door. :P

Next, There are three pop rivets in the door. You'll need to remove them.

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First of all, thanks a lot for documenting and posting this... Extremely helpful... Gave me the courage to try and tackle it on my own!!

I did the first step successfully... i.e. "open the door" 😃

And now I am stuck at step 2... Taking the rivets out!

What's the best way to take them out?? Is there a special tool for this? Does the whole thing come out or just the outer part?

It's halfway out but despite pulling it quite hard, it's not coming out.

Appreciate any help!!

[Old School]

What's the best way to take them out?? Is there a special tool for this? Does the whole thing come out or just the outer part?

It's halfway out but despite pulling it quite hard, it's not coming out.

Appreciate any help!!

That center circle pulls out first, maybe 1/2", and unlocks the rivet. Pry with a little screwwdriver.

[Steve M]

That center circle pulls out first, maybe 1/2", and unlocks the rivet. Pry with a little screwwdriver.

Negative...push it IN first, then you can remove the outer circle. To reinstall, the big circle goes in first, followed by the center pin, pushed in until it is flush.

[Raheel]

Negative...push it IN first, then you can remove the outer circle. To reinstall, the big circle goes in first, followed by the center pin, pushed in until it is flush.

Thanks for your help!!

Just got it out. You have to push it in first and then remove the the big circle.

Thanks again. You guys are awesome!!

[Old School]

Negative...push it IN first, then you can remove the outer circle. To reinstall, the big circle goes in first, followed by the center pin, pushed in until it is flush.

Yep, this is correct, been a few years since I released one (wasn't even a Viper).

[mamba184]

Bob -

Many thanks for taking the time to take pictures and develop a step by step procedure regarding the window regulator replacement. Also a note of appreciation to FrgMstr, sonicbloo, V10CodeMonkey, Zubik and others for the helpful hints. There is no way I would have attempted this task without this great tutorial.

I almost hate to admit but it took me several hours over 2 days to remove/repair/replace my window regulator. I even made up some new cuss words during the process! But I learned a ton from the experience and will be ready to tackle the other side should the need arise.

Thanks again!!!

[Raheel]

Just to update the group, I ordered a new regulator (revision AI) but when the part arrived I noticed the actual part said it was rev. AH even though everywhere else on the box, it said AI. So I returned that part and started looking for another one.

I found someone selling (new) window regulators without a motor and since there was nothing wrong with the motor I decided to give that a try. It worked like a charm. I used the original motor with the new regulator. The window is fixed now!!

The eBay seller seems to have 3 more available in case any member here needs it for future repairs.

[bulitt]

Great Thread!!! Thanks to the OP and Following Contributors!

Driver side Regulator crapped the Bed. 2008. Symptoms -window would not index. No noise or other issues
Ordered the kit but really doesn't seem to work very well. Someone described it as "Wonky"?
If your tube is broken through 100% the spring tends to push the tube apart. It must be brought together when fitting the kit.
And the Short side of the kit seemed to be "Too short" resulting in the plastic tube kinking at the break.
So I didn't have any luck assembling it. Not sure why the one side of the repair kit is Too short? Possibly changes to the OEM regulator assemblies over the years?

Replacement Regulators are now 450$ + just under 500$ with tax and shipping.
And I purchased the repair kit for 80$, so into close to 600$ now.
New Regulator appears to be assembled in Mexico and the Motor says France on it?

Will be wrapping the new regulator plastic tubing with electrical tape which should make it stronger yet still pliable.

The design of this whole thing is Wonky...

[2quik6]

Are Gen3 cars the same as Gen4 for this repair? I think mine failed tonight, window is stuck down..moves about a 1/2 inch then just stops, it hoped the first time when it stopped, but doesn't anymore.
Thanks

[01sapphirebob]

Are Gen3 cars the same as Gen4 for this repair? I think mine failed tonight, window is stuck down..moves about a 1/2 inch then just stops, it hoped the first time when it stopped, but doesn't anymore.
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It should be the same process. :)

[sonicbloo]

Yes, they are the same. Mine is a gen 3 coupe, see my pictures and video earlier in this thread

[FrgMstr]

A little bit of Gorilla glue and some clamps made it whole again. :)

As for the part, I bought it elsewhere and when it got here I was very worried it was damaged. But at a good price.

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My Gorilla Glue fix is still holding up after 4+ years! I did buy a set of replacements however so I am ready to go when it gives up the ghost.

[HOLLYWOOD]

Great writeup. I still think about the rattling nerves as I replaced my D/S regulator on my 06 a few years ago. One thing to note that prolongs the life of the regulator, when the window is down or even halfway down...don't slam the door too hard as this takes out the regulator. Its no surprise that the d/s fails first as its used more.

[2quik6]

Much thanks for all of the input on this thread by the OP and various others! I started this project today, got the door panel off without much issues.. I found the top 2 clips, but in the process of reaching up there to depress them, the entire panel separated from the hard plastic piece...so I removed all of the staples...put a bead of super glue gel down the plastic track and glued it onto the panel.

To remove the rubber drip rail across the top of the door/window, there is a tiny flat head allen screw that is accessible from the outside in the corner of the rubber triangle area that need to be removed in order for the drip rail to come off...this is after the door panel is off. Provides some extra room and to be able to see down into the door.

My window was stuck down...it took about 30 minutes hitting the window button and pulling on the window and carefully watching the broken plastic/cable to not twist up, and eventually bumping the window up in small increments to get to up where the 2 bolts are accessible.
The old regulator had the plastic tube broken in about 4 places.

Right now everything is out, the steel skeleton strengthening plate has been installed on a new regulator...will try to finagle it into the door tomorrow maybe.

[J TNT]

If anyone is in need of the upper ,inner door Trim , I have 2 set's. PM me with your cell#


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[Finoke]

I replaced the passenger side regulator today with ease following the pics in the start of the thread. Many thanks!