I just have to say THANK YOU for taking the time to put this on the web. You have saved me time and money and gave me the knowledge I needed to get the job done. I cannot say thank you enough!! You're awesome.
Unbelievable! This is the fifth time over the years that I have had to change a regulator in that rusted out pos. I always come back to this vid. Thanks ever so much!
GREAT VIDEO, Im a 49 yr old women that just changed out my first regulator and motor. I have watch many videos, and yours was the BEST and u made it look so easy. The only thing I had an issue with was getting the regulator clip hook to the window. But I figure it out. Thanks so much for these awesome videos. Kelly from Indiana
The instructions that came with the regulator were iffy at best. These instructions were excellent. Anyone can do this project with a little patience. The job took me about two hours as I was having to go back to the video to make sure I was doing job correctly. The regulator was $60 at O'Rileys auto parts. 2005 Town and Country.
Outstanding directions. This video kept me on the right path. A couple of times I went back and reviewed just to make sure I did it right. It's in, it works, I saved a bundle. Thank you.👍
Thanks guys. I replaced the window regulator in my 2007 Chrysler Town and Country and followed your instructions step by step and had it replaced in about an hour or so. The only thing I would caution anyone on is the new regulator had some really sharp edges, and I cut the heck out of my fingers. So, my advice is to wear gloves while positioning the new regulator into place. The new regulator and motor works great and I saved a ton of money. I am now going to replace the replace the regulator and motor in my 1998 Ford F-150. Thanks, A1 Auto, I will always buy all of my vehicle parts from your company.
I followed this video step by step and while I am sure it took me a little longer than it took your mechanic, I was able to replace the motor with regulator correctly on the first attempt. That is amazing because I have about zero mechanical or electric skills. This video saved me probably at least $200 or $300. Thanks so much 1A Auto!!!!
Thanks for the help. Loved seeing you wrestle the rivets and front rail in place. My daughter's window dropped down while she was working. I took the door panel off wedged two apple tree branches in under the window to hold it up, and Zip tied them in place until I can get a new regulator. Shade tree mechanics at its best.
Thank you for the tutorial. My window dropped down inside of the door and I followed your steps faithfully to fix it. The motor and regulator were fine. What happened was that the window clips had fallen off of the regulator. They were not damaged and slipped back on with no problem. The biggest PITA was getting the door panel back on. I did not seat it right against the window and about drove myself crazy banging on the mo-fo. I came back and re-watched that part of the tutorial and got it right. The window works fine now. Thanks again!
David, I think this is the problem I am having with my driver's window, There feels like there is some play in the switch. Sometimes if the window goes all the way down it won't go back up. If I keep trying it eventually goes up. I try to remember not to open it or open it all the way down. Once you popped off the part that holds the window clips, how did you figure out the clip had fallen off the regulator? It looks like there is a box behind those clips. Did you just take that off? I haven't tried it yet so I'm a little afraid to. There is no problem with the passenger switch on that same part, just the driver's side. Could you let me know how you were able to get the clip back on the regulator?
@@renwallis you have the exact same problem that I have.. whenever the switch takes the window all the way down to the bottom, the window wouldn't move up.. sometimes playing around with this which would cause it to move back up.. finally it just stayed down and won't go back period. did you ever get your window fixed and what was the problem?
Just a quick note of thanks to you all for posting these videos. You helped me to repair my door window after it came off the tracks. When I need auto parts, I know who to go to! Thanks.
+Ron Fields Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
Thanks to the 1A Auto Parts video I changed my window regulator with only minor difficulty as our 2005 had a few hex head bolts instead of T30's. I removed the plastic rivets in seconds with a sharp wood chisel and a tap with the hammer. I broke the old plastic fitting connecting the lock rod, but have it jury rigged with duct tape, as all we have now are plastic coat hangers.
This video worked for me. It took me about 2.5 hours, but I am a total novice at car repair. The hardest part was getting the regulator out and back in. Those things fit very tightly!
This video was a real help. Some tips: * A small flat pry bar will help lift out those plastic rivets in a hurry. Put a flat putty knife under it to protect any paint. Your replacement regulator will undoubtably have a bolt or pressed-in stud to replace the rivets. You wouldn’t want to try to reuse them anyway
Guys, you're amazing! I've change the window lift motor of my T&C with zero issues, just following your video; consider that this is the first time I do this kind of repairs in my car. Thank you!
Did driver’s side today, spent 15 min on 2-screwdriver method w/out success. Wound up using 1- lg screwdriver to pry them off. The supplied washers fit over the expanded holes and flattened the sheet metal when tightened. Also, removing and installing the regulator struts was difficult, I could only remove the rear last and had to install it first. Be sure to get the struts on the inside of the window, I was so excited to get them inside that I didn’t check that and had to undo the bottom bolts again to make that happen. Hopefully the passenger side will take less time. This is a great tutorial.
I just want to thank you gents for your videos. I do all my own work on my car as I am disabled and its cheaper. You guys ensure I dont screw up because of that first time you do something all the clips break and such. Thank you.
Mike - Great video. I watched it a number of times and that gave me the confidence to replace the window regulator myself. I ordered the part and followed your steps watching the video as I went through the process. You got the old one out much easier than I did, but I persevered and eventually I got it out. The whole thing took me about 1 1/2 - 2 hours including prepping the area and cleaning up when I was done. I was able to save a bunch of money doing this myself and I thank you.
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Just used this tutorial to fix my power window. Great help thanks 👍 I checked other tutorials for the motor first, running straight power to the motor and cleaning the brushes didn't work. So I bought the complete new kit with motor and regulator attached. Then just had to watch the clip again to work out how to get the old regulator out and then to get the new one back in. If anyone has to use force your doing it wrong lol.
This video was a real help. * If your window is still working I’d suggest you move it first to a position where you can loosen the window clamps. Then slide the window up and tape it out of the way.
This video was a real help. Some tips: * You’re going to be working in a space and with parts that have sharp edges. Do yourself a favor and wear a long sleeve shirt and some gloves. A flannel shirt and cotton gloves are fine.
This video was a real help. Some tips: * You may want to exercise more caution than I did, but since the window requires the ignition switch to be turned on to work I did not remove the battery cable. There are still some hot wires in there so go with your comfort level.
Excellent video 👍🏽 Thank you very much 1A Auto. Don't know what else to say but I really do appreciate it. 1) no random babbling 2) fast forward kept video short 3) audio was mostly clear - a bit muffled in some parts - speak over parts were clear 4) fairly easy to see what you were doing - could have used zoom a bit more to see a few things better - showed enough detail to do the job
+laynah tucker Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. We're glad you enjoyed the video. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
The first time my regulator broke I the it to a mechanic. That cost me $290.00. I watch this and did it myself for $80. Thank you for this video! Your like the magician that shows the secretes behind the tricks.
I drilled out the white plastic clips instead of carefully removing them and replaced them with a bolt, a small washer that goes on the motor and a bigger one to go on the inside of the door, and a nylock nut. Everything I used was 10mm and I even wrote that on the inside of the door with permanent marker. Now in the future, there's no battling those clips.
I followed this video to replace the motor/regulator in a 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (Full disclosure: I bought the replacement unit on eBay, not from 1A Auto.) Took me about two hours, works fine now. Some tips: 1. Don't try to salvage the plastic rivets that hold the window motor in place, you won't be using them again anyway. Just cut them off from the back side. My replacement unit came with machine screws and nuts, very easy to install. 2. Use duct tape or Gorilla tape or something sticky and strong like that to hold the glass in place after detaching it from the mechanism. I used blue painter's tape as shown in the video and after a few minutes it let go unexpectedly. Fortunately the glass did not break. 3. The hardest part of the whole job for me was getting the original unit out. I finally did it by removing the front runner first, then the back. Installation of the new unit is the reverse of that. Be careful not to kink the cables. Good luck! And thanks also to 1A Auto for making this video!
Great video. I purchased the part and was identical. After removing panels and speaker I seen no harm in taking apart the old motor. Two screws. I found badly tarnished contacts which I cleaned with contact cleaner. Reinstalled motor and has been working like new since. Thank you for your help.
Thanks for your input Sal. I think that may be the problem I have. I just have no noise at all. So there is no current flow. I will check that out. Thanks again.
Thanks for this video, by watching it I was able to replace my own regulator. Part was 90.00 and labor was free to me with the help of my son about an hour.
Excellent tutorial, when i stripped mine down I tapped the motor when holding the switch down, the window worked and after greasing all moving parts it has worked since. Probably a weak motor but for now working. thanks
Im currently replacing one on my 2001 Town Country Limited....some things Ive found out - I stripped the head on two of the four Torx bolts holding in the regulator rails and had to get replacements from an auto store and drill them out. They were so tight, unbelievably tight so I advise some loosener sprayed on the backside first. Thanks for the video, its been a big help!
Outstanding video. Clear and concise instructions. Easy to follow. I was able to do a job I never thought I could do before viewing this video. Thank you very very much!
What you should do is test the connection to make sure you are getting power to the window regulator when you press the down or up button. As long as you always get power, then the issue will be related to the window motor.
Thank you! This was much easier than I thought it would be. My door handle was difficult to unhook with just my fingers so I used a flathead screwdriver and pushed it from the open side of the plastic clip. Putting it back on was easy enough to do with my fingers.
+Watching TH-cam Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
I must add this video helped me replace the driver side window motor which was bad . All went well . New motor installed window working great . Thank you for this video .
+John Elroy Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/WindowRegulators/Chrysler/TownCountry/1AWRG00708?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PGTlUqE
Well done, thanks. They could certainly have made these a lot easier to remove and install. Parts very difficult to cram out and in, and the door panel itself very difficult to slip over everything and connect the door latch. The only reason to disconnect the battery is to prevent draining it. I aligned the window clamps with the vehicle running because there was only one hole on the left that was workable to get at what was a 10mm hex for my replacement.
one of the best step by step how to videos i've seen. Thank you. With that said, i think i'll let a mechanic do it. It will probably take me 4 hours and only save me 100 bucks. not worth my time.
Super useful video--- followed it step by step, and the only issue I had was getting the new regulator into the door (that was a little tricky). Thanks for the help!!!
Thanks! I Tired the slamming the door trick, the holding down the button and slamming the door while holding the button down trick. Then I found this video. I got to step one of removing the button panel and volia! the window started working! It made me very happy!
bought the part from 1A and installed today, I didn't bother trying to pop those plastic tabs holding the motor I just cut them with off with my rotary tool and pushed what was left thru since the new complete assembly came with the bolts you wont need them! had to re-watch the removal of the assembly from the door its a little tight but does come out with some gentle persuasion :) also the original screws holding regulator arms in (the one that you just loosing the bottom and remove the top) were in there really tight the top right one on mine was so tight it started to strip a little I tried some pb blaster but it still wouldn't budge, I ended up having to heat it up with a torch a little bit after that it came right out! you do not want to strip these screws it will ruin your whole day :) awesome video part was about $65 I think and doing it myself gave me a great feeling of accomplishment and even better saved me probably a couple hundred bucks! installed in a 2006 town & country!
This video was very helpful. After watching I was able to do the installation my self. Everything was very well explained and easy to understand. Thank you very much. That was awesome especially after saving some money on labor fees.
+Rene Reyes Thank you for watching. We're glad to hear money was saved with the help of our video, and we hope to work with you again in the future! 1aauto.com
+Mark Manuel Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/WindowRegulators/Chrysler/TownCountry/1AWRG00708?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PGTlUqE
Thanks, this video was a huge help to me in replacing the driver's side power window regulator in my 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3L. You did an excellent job of stepping the user through, it was a breeze thanks to your video and the Dodge factory service manual. Keep up the great videos, I have subscribed.
+StilettoSniper Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
Great video! I'm always looking for something new to learn, and you guys are a great source for very useful, and helpfull information ! I was stumped when I attempted this job, but after watching your video it was a breeze ! Thanks so much !
+Gene Crow Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
I followed your directions on my 02 dodge grand caravan and it was very useful and easy for me. The only thing is for the tool it needs T27 star bit. Thank you.
Thanks Mike, another great video! I always look for yours when I need some help. 1 quick tip though, I just used a pair of pliers and sqeezed the clips from behind to remove the motor/regulator assembly from the door. was very quick and easy.
Great video, thanks! Just finished mine on a 2003 Grand Caravan Sport. Very similar, only instead of plastic rivets, there were T30 Torx bolts with rubber nuts, or something. Took a minute to get it off, but that was the hardest part. Working great! Thanks again!
No way, you're the one doing the repair! Credit goes to you, Oscar. Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/2004-07-window-regulator/i/1awrg00708?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
Hey A1, you guys have a big heart! I found many usefull ideas browsing here. I have the same problem. Slow moving and then not at all. I'm off work for a couple of weeks, so I will just fix it right like an airplane! Thanks
This video was very helpful. I am at the most a light mechanic, and was a bit intimidated by trying this. These directions worked for my 2001 Dodge Dakota. I was able to buy the part for under a $100, regulator arm and motor at O'Reilly Auto Parts. The job was easy, everything fit right in there. I need to still put the door back together, but first must finish my beer that I am drinking celebrating my victory over the window regulator.
An easier way to remove rivets is to take a small pair of adjustable pliers, open to larger grip and reach in and squeeze rivets so your on each claw, Bam right out. I got all three out in 30 seconds.
Great video! Helped me determine that I only needed to replace the motor and not the entire regulator. Thanks for all the insight guys. I did however notice that you forgot to replace the red locking clip/pin in the control panel plug. Hope it doesn't work loose. lol I hate pulling those clipped panels more than the rest of it. :D
The issue could either be with the motor malfunctioning or it could be with a frayed wire. Opening up the door panel will be the best bet at this point.
TY much for posting. Helped me tremendously. Going out was rough, going in, much easier. Maybe ability to move the window brackets around on the install. Will have to look at your 1aauto for my future purchases. Thanks again
I just bought a window regulator kit and it came with new rivets or if you are going to use bolts then just go on the inside with a side cutter and cut the end of the rivets off. After you remove everything you can take the rivet keepers out real easy. Replace with bolts or rivets.
The video was very helpful up to the point of disconnecting the glass for the regulator. My 2007 T&C lifts the glass from the bottom, not the sides; and I can’t find a replacement that does that.
This video was a real help. * I had to chuckle when I saw all the blue tape holding the water shield in place. Don’t put the door back together that way. Grab your heat gun or hair dryer and warm up the edges of the black shield real good in small steps, and smooth it back against the door with a shop rag. You’ll feel like you did a professional job that way. And you did! :-)
I just swapped out a motor in my father in laws 2005 dodge caravan. One trick I used for the plastic rivets is to reach into the door with a pair of sturdy wire cutters and cut the end off the back of the plastic rivet. Then they slide out and once the center pin is out you can reach the tabs in the base to get that out super easily. The new motor came with new plastic rivets anyhow and the part per the video that 1A Auto sells comes with new hardware as well... so I didn't care about destroying the old ones to make their removal a 2 minute job vs a 10-15 minute job.
If the regulator is in good shape, you should be able to just replace the window motor on your Chrysler Town and Country. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
Thanks for the video! I have an '04 Grand Caravan, and I will be replacing the motor & regulator assembly. My driver window is stuck up. It was closing slowly for a while before it just stopped working. I figured it would be best to just replace the whole assembly at once, so I will be done with it, and not worry which one is bad. P.S.- I hate those plastic clip fasteners!!! Remember when they made things out of metal?
Thank you for watching. I know exactly what you mean! Its especially tough this time of year because its so cold out. It makes the plastic way to brittle. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
Did it today, all is good. It is nice to have my window back in operation! Now I need to tackle the automatic door sliding mechanisms.... Oh, I live in Hawaii, so it is not cold here.....Aloha & Thanks!
Great video. Parts went in and out just like you said. No sense fighting with the motor clips if you have the replacement bolts. Just snip the tips off from the back and its out in a minute. Also, sort of a silly point but worth mentioning: before getting concerned about a dud replacement motor, remember that the key needs to be all the way forward to power the windows...
It may be a similar procedure to the one shown in this video. You should be able to apply some of the basic procedures to your application. Have a great day! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
Any suggestions as to what size bolts to use to hold the motor to the frame instead of using plastic rivets ? Also, would it make sense to insert the bolts from the inside ? You would have to use hex-head bolts and then hold the head in place with a box or open end wrench.
Hi Mike!, Great video's very helpful and very unselfish of you to share your knowledge and skill, most appreciated! So, I have a 2003 Town&Country a few issues: Power steering is making noise and vibrating when I turn the wheel..? Also the fan belt has started to squeal on start up... I imagine it has dried out...? And the driver side cargo door auto lock is not working? And, yes I know quite a few things another issue is oil filter mount seal is leaking...? Thanks in advance!
+Elliot Thomas Thanks for watching. If you, or any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them: www.1aauto.com/1A/WindowRegulators/Chrysler/TownCountry/1AWRG00708?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PGTlUqE
1A Auto Parts . Thanks for the link to the required part. Unfortunately, I live in England and this part cost me quite a bit to replace! Wish we had A1 Auto Parts over here. Thanks again.
What a stupid design, why can't they just use 10mm bolts like everyone else? Did one yesterday and had to put like $56 into the swear jar, such stupid engineering.
Great video. Thanks. I found an easier way to remove those pesky plastic rivets. After turning them to a convenient spot use a pair of channel lock pliers and pinch both ears from behind while prying with a flat blade screwdriver from the front. They come right out. And since I wasn't reusing the regulator I pried on that instead of the thin edge of the rivet. Easy peasy.
Awesome video, made removing and replacing the assembly VERY easy. Earlier today my window made a grinding noise when I tried putting the window down, and it wouldn't move. However, after I installed the whole assembly, I plugged in the control panel and tried moving the window up and down, and nothing is happening. The other windows work though. I unplugged and replugged everything in. Is there some kind of "reset" or something I was supposed to perform but didn't?
You have have a broken or frayed wire between the door and body of the van. You may want to check the wire harness to see if this is the case. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
The motor looks like it may be unserviceable on that particular application. We carry brand new window regulators with the motor on our website 1aauto.com 888-844-3393 We offer FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states.
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That's amazing. You were able to test the function of the window after the regulator was installed with the battery still disconnected!
As a retired ASE tech I have found your videos to be the best. Very professional and informative .
I just have to say THANK YOU for taking the time to put this on the web. You have saved me time and money and gave me the knowledge I needed to get the job done. I cannot say thank you enough!! You're awesome.
Unbelievable! This is the fifth time over the years that I have had to change a regulator in that rusted out pos. I always come back to this vid. Thanks ever so much!
Shop quoted me $900 to do this. Got the part and did it myself. Thanks for posting the video!
+Dingle Berry Thank you! We love empowering our viewers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs!
GREAT VIDEO, Im a 49 yr old women that just changed out my first regulator and motor. I have watch many videos, and yours was the BEST and u made it look so easy. The only thing I had an issue with was getting the regulator clip hook to the window. But I figure it out. Thanks so much for these awesome videos. Kelly from Indiana
The instructions that came with the regulator were iffy at best. These instructions were excellent. Anyone can do this project with a little patience. The job took me about two hours as I was having to go back to the video to make sure I was doing job correctly. The regulator was $60 at O'Rileys auto parts. 2005 Town and Country.
Outstanding directions. This video kept me on the right path. A couple of times I went back and reviewed just to make sure I did it right. It's in, it works, I saved a bundle. Thank you.👍
Thanks guys. I replaced the window regulator in my 2007 Chrysler Town and Country and followed your instructions step by step and had it replaced in about an hour or so. The only thing I would caution anyone on is the new regulator had some really sharp edges, and I cut the heck out of my fingers. So, my advice is to wear gloves while positioning the new regulator into place. The new regulator and motor works great and I saved a ton of money. I am now going to replace the replace the regulator and motor in my 1998 Ford F-150. Thanks, A1 Auto, I will always buy all of my vehicle parts from your company.
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I followed this video step by step and while I am sure it took me a little longer than it took your mechanic, I was able to replace the motor with regulator correctly on the first attempt. That is amazing because I have about zero mechanical or electric skills. This video saved me probably at least $200 or $300. Thanks so much 1A Auto!!!!
No problem. Glad to hear it helped you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
Thanks for the help. Loved seeing you wrestle the rivets and front rail in place. My daughter's window dropped down while she was working. I took the door panel off wedged two apple tree branches in under the window to hold it up, and Zip tied them in place until I can get a new regulator. Shade tree mechanics at its best.
Yep! Do what you can with what you've got at the moment.
That's me right there😂
Thank you for the tutorial. My window dropped down inside of the door and I followed your steps faithfully to fix it. The motor and regulator were fine. What happened was that the window clips had fallen off of the regulator. They were not damaged and slipped back on with no problem. The biggest PITA was getting the door panel back on. I did not seat it right against the window and about drove myself crazy banging on the mo-fo. I came back and re-watched that part of the tutorial and got it right. The window works fine now. Thanks again!
David, this has happened to me on my T&C lx year 2000. Have NO natural repair skills, does this video give complete visual directions to this?
David, I think this is the problem I am having with my driver's window, There feels like there is some play in the switch. Sometimes if the window goes all the way down it won't go back up. If I keep trying it eventually goes up. I try to remember not to open it or open it all the way down. Once you popped off the part that holds the window clips, how did you figure out the clip had fallen off the regulator? It looks like there is a box behind those clips. Did you just take that off? I haven't tried it yet so I'm a little afraid to. There is no problem with the passenger switch on that same part, just the driver's side. Could you let me know how you were able to get the clip back on the regulator?
@@renwallis you have the exact same problem that I have.. whenever the switch takes the window all the way down to the bottom, the window wouldn't move up.. sometimes playing around with this which would cause it to move back up.. finally it just stayed down and won't go back period. did you ever get your window fixed and what was the problem?
Just a quick note of thanks to you all for posting these videos. You helped me to repair my door window after it came off the tracks. When I need auto parts, I know who to go to! Thanks.
+Ron Fields Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
Thanks to the 1A Auto Parts video I changed my window regulator with only minor difficulty as our 2005 had a few hex head bolts instead of T30's. I removed the plastic rivets in seconds with a sharp wood chisel and a tap with the hammer. I broke the old plastic fitting connecting the lock rod, but have it jury rigged with duct tape, as all we have now are plastic coat hangers.
Thanks, this video remains to help people 8 years after.
This video worked for me. It took me about 2.5 hours, but I am a total novice at car repair. The hardest part was getting the regulator out and back in. Those things fit very tightly!
This video was a real help.
Some tips:
* A small flat pry bar will help lift out those plastic rivets in a hurry. Put a flat putty knife under it to protect any paint. Your replacement regulator will undoubtably have a bolt or pressed-in stud to replace the rivets. You wouldn’t want to try to reuse them anyway
Guys, you're amazing! I've change the window lift motor of my T&C with zero issues, just following your video; consider that this is the first time I do this kind of repairs in my car. Thank you!
Did driver’s side today, spent 15 min on 2-screwdriver method w/out success. Wound up using 1- lg screwdriver to pry them off. The supplied washers fit over the expanded holes and flattened the sheet metal when tightened. Also, removing and installing the regulator struts was difficult, I could only remove the rear last and had to install it first. Be sure to get the struts on the inside of the window, I was so excited to get them inside that I didn’t check that and had to undo the bottom bolts again to make that happen. Hopefully the passenger side will take less time. This is a great tutorial.
I just want to thank you gents for your videos. I do all my own work on my car as I am disabled and its cheaper. You guys ensure I dont screw up because of that first time you do something all the clips break and such. Thank you.
+Addidis no Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com
Mike - Great video. I watched it a number of times and that gave me the confidence to replace the window regulator myself. I ordered the part and followed your steps watching the video as I went through the process. You got the old one out much easier than I did, but I persevered and eventually I got it out. The whole thing took me about 1 1/2 - 2 hours including prepping the area and cleaning up when I was done. I was able to save a bunch of money doing this myself and I thank you.
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Just used this tutorial to fix my power window. Great help thanks 👍 I checked other tutorials for the motor first, running straight power to the motor and cleaning the brushes didn't work. So I bought the complete new kit with motor and regulator attached. Then just had to watch the clip again to work out how to get the old regulator out and then to get the new one back in. If anyone has to use force your doing it wrong lol.
This video was a real help.
* If your window is still working I’d suggest you move it first to a position where you can loosen the window clamps. Then slide the window up and tape it out of the way.
This video was a real help.
Some tips:
* You’re going to be working in a space and with parts that have sharp edges. Do yourself a favor and wear a long sleeve shirt and some gloves. A flannel shirt and cotton gloves are fine.
awesome video!! My husband and I just finished replacing the regulator and motor. We would not have been able to do it without the video
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This video was a real help.
Some tips:
* You may want to exercise more caution than I did, but since the window requires the ignition switch to be turned on to work I did not remove the battery cable. There are still some hot wires in there so go with your comfort level.
It may be a similar process. You may want to test the wire to see if there's power going to the motor when the switch is pressed.
Excellent video 👍🏽
Thank you very much 1A Auto. Don't know what else to say but I really do appreciate it.
1) no random babbling
2) fast forward kept video short
3) audio was mostly clear
- a bit muffled in some parts
- speak over parts were clear
4) fairly easy to see what you were doing
- could have used zoom a bit more to see a few things better
- showed enough detail to do the job
+laynah tucker Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. We're glad you enjoyed the video. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
The first time my regulator broke I the it to a mechanic. That cost me $290.00. I watch this and did it myself for $80. Thank you for this video! Your like the magician that shows the secretes behind the tricks.
I drilled out the white plastic clips instead of carefully removing them and replaced them with a bolt, a small washer that goes on the motor and a bigger one to go on the inside of the door, and a nylock nut. Everything I used was 10mm and I even wrote that on the inside of the door with permanent marker. Now in the future, there's no battling those clips.
I followed this video to replace the motor/regulator in a 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (Full disclosure: I bought the replacement unit on eBay, not from 1A Auto.) Took me about two hours, works fine now. Some tips:
1. Don't try to salvage the plastic rivets that hold the window motor in place, you won't be using them again anyway. Just cut them off from the back side. My replacement unit came with machine screws and nuts, very easy to install.
2. Use duct tape or Gorilla tape or something sticky and strong like that to hold the glass in place after detaching it from the mechanism. I used blue painter's tape as shown in the video and after a few minutes it let go unexpectedly. Fortunately the glass did not break.
3. The hardest part of the whole job for me was getting the original unit out. I finally did it by removing the front runner first, then the back. Installation of the new unit is the reverse of that. Be careful not to kink the cables.
Good luck! And thanks also to 1A Auto for making this video!
+philbernhardt Thanks for the feedback and the tips, they are greatly appreciated!
Great video. I purchased the part and was identical. After removing panels and speaker I seen no harm in taking apart the old motor. Two screws. I found badly tarnished contacts which I cleaned with contact cleaner. Reinstalled motor and has been working like new since. Thank you for your help.
Thanks for your input Sal. I think that may be the problem I have. I just have no noise at all. So there is no current flow. I will check that out. Thanks again.
Make sure you check for 12vlts when you toggle switch, If it does not fix I still have the new part in my garage. Passenger side.
Yep, I just whacked the motor with a hammer and it started working again. I'll clean the contacts if it ever acts up again.
Thanks for this video, by watching it I was able to replace my own regulator. Part was 90.00 and labor was free to me with the help of my son about an hour.
Excellent tutorial, when i stripped mine down I tapped the motor when holding the switch down, the window worked and after greasing all moving parts it has worked since. Probably a weak motor but for now working. thanks
Im currently replacing one on my 2001 Town Country Limited....some things Ive found out - I stripped the head on two of the four Torx bolts holding in the regulator rails and had to get replacements from an auto store and drill them out. They were so tight, unbelievably tight so I advise some loosener sprayed on the backside first. Thanks for the video, its been a big help!
Outstanding video. Clear and concise instructions. Easy to follow. I was able to do a job I never thought I could do before viewing this video. Thank you very very much!
+John Clancy Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com
What you should do is test the connection to make sure you are getting power to the window regulator when you press the down or up button. As long as you always get power, then the issue will be related to the window motor.
Well displayed example with no waste of time. Very much appreciated.
Thanks again brother....replaced motor on my daughters 99 corolla, from your video. Just did my 04 Town n country..Took about 4hrs. Thanx
Thank you very much for this video,it save me time and money I was going to paid 225, but with this video I was able to do it myself. 👍
+Angie Ortiz Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com
Thank you! This was much easier than I thought it would be.
My door handle was difficult to unhook with just my fingers so I used a flathead screwdriver and pushed it from the open side of the plastic clip. Putting it back on was easy enough to do with my fingers.
+Watching TH-cam Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
Great video guys, I'm actually ordering this from you just because of the video you made.
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I must add this video helped me replace the driver side window motor which was bad . All went well . New motor installed window working great . Thank you for this video .
+John Elroy Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/WindowRegulators/Chrysler/TownCountry/1AWRG00708?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PGTlUqE
Well done, thanks. They could certainly have made these a lot easier to remove and install. Parts very difficult to cram out and in, and the door panel itself very difficult to slip over everything and connect the door latch. The only reason to disconnect the battery is to prevent draining it. I aligned the window clamps with the vehicle running because there was only one hole on the left that was workable to get at what was a 10mm hex for my replacement.
one of the best step by step how to videos i've seen. Thank you. With that said, i think i'll let a mechanic do it. It will probably take me 4 hours and only save me 100 bucks. not worth my time.
Thanks for posting this! You saved me about $275!
Super useful video--- followed it step by step, and the only issue I had was getting the new regulator into the door (that was a little tricky). Thanks for the help!!!
Thanks! I Tired the slamming the door trick, the holding down the button and slamming the door while holding the button down trick. Then I found this video. I got to step one of removing the button panel and volia! the window started working! It made me very happy!
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bought the part from 1A and installed today, I didn't bother trying to pop those plastic tabs holding the motor I just cut them with off with my rotary tool and pushed what was left thru since the new complete assembly came with the bolts you wont need them! had to re-watch the removal of the assembly from the door its a little tight but does come out with some gentle persuasion :) also the original screws holding regulator arms in (the one that you just loosing the bottom and remove the top) were in there really tight the top right one on mine was so tight it started to strip a little I tried some pb blaster but it still wouldn't budge, I ended up having to heat it up with a torch a little bit after that it came right out! you do not want to strip these screws it will ruin your whole day :) awesome video part was about $65 I think and doing it myself gave me a great feeling of accomplishment and even better saved me probably a couple hundred bucks! installed in a 2006 town & country!
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This video was very helpful. After watching I was able to do the installation my self. Everything was very well explained and easy to understand. Thank you very much. That was awesome especially after saving some money on labor fees.
+Rene Reyes Thank you for watching. We're glad to hear money was saved with the help of our video, and we hope to work with you again in the future! 1aauto.com
Thank you SO much for this video!! I successfully replaced the motor & regulator in my 2003 Town & Country van from watching this video!
+Mark Manuel Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/WindowRegulators/Chrysler/TownCountry/1AWRG00708?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PGTlUqE
Thanks, this video was a huge help to me in replacing the driver's side power window regulator in my 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3L. You did an excellent job of stepping the user through, it was a breeze thanks to your video and the Dodge factory service manual. Keep up the great videos, I have subscribed.
+StilettoSniper Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
You may want to take the door panel off and check out the window regulator to see if it has broke. Hope this helps you out.
Great video! I'm always looking for something new to learn, and you guys are a great source for very useful, and helpfull information ! I was stumped when I attempted this job, but after watching your video it was a breeze ! Thanks so much !
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I followed your directions on my 02 dodge grand caravan and it was very useful and easy for me. The only thing is for the tool it needs T27 star bit. Thank you.
Thanks Mike, another great video! I always look for yours when I need some help. 1 quick tip though, I just used a pair of pliers and sqeezed the clips from behind to remove the motor/regulator assembly from the door. was very quick and easy.
Thanks for the tip and for watching! +Lyle White
Great video, thanks! Just finished mine on a 2003 Grand Caravan Sport. Very similar, only instead of plastic rivets, there were T30 Torx bolts with rubber nuts, or something. Took a minute to get it off, but that was the hardest part. Working great! Thanks again!
Beautifully done! My wife will be proud of me when I'm done, but you get the credit.
No way, you're the one doing the repair! Credit goes to you, Oscar. Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/2004-07-window-regulator/i/1awrg00708?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
Hey A1, you guys have a big heart! I found many usefull ideas browsing here. I have the same problem. Slow moving and then not at all. I'm off work for a couple of weeks, so I will just fix it right like an airplane! Thanks
We show you how to replace the entire window regulator on a 04-07 Chrysler Town & Country in this video.
If it's just the motor that's bad do you still have to remove the entire regulator?
This video was very helpful. I am at the most a light mechanic, and was a bit intimidated by trying this. These directions worked for my 2001 Dodge Dakota. I was able to buy the part for under a $100, regulator arm and motor at O'Reilly Auto Parts. The job was easy, everything fit right in there. I need to still put the door back together, but first must finish my beer that I am drinking celebrating my victory over the window regulator.
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The repair went well. My window now goes up and down, and I hope the rest of the windows survive for a few more years.
You may want to check the window regulator and the window motor to see if they have gone bad.
Very clear precise demonstration. Thank you.
An easier way to remove rivets is to take a small pair of adjustable pliers, open to larger grip and reach in and squeeze rivets so your on each claw, Bam right out. I got all three out in 30 seconds.
This for the win ^^^. I wasted an hour trying the way described in video. Pliers from the back for sure!!!!
I’ll give that a go for pax side.
@@bsabbathfan66 a long screw driver or crowbar and they break off in about 5 seconds
Many thanks for the help. I managed my window regulator and motor replacement thanks to this video.
This was a huge help.
Great video! Helped me determine that I only needed to replace the motor and not the entire regulator. Thanks for all the insight guys. I did however notice that you forgot to replace the red locking clip/pin in the control panel plug. Hope it doesn't work loose. lol I hate pulling those clipped panels more than the rest of it. :D
The issue could either be with the motor malfunctioning or it could be with a frayed wire. Opening up the door panel will be the best bet at this point.
TY much for posting. Helped me tremendously. Going out was rough, going in, much easier. Maybe ability to move the window brackets around on the install. Will have to look at your 1aauto for my future purchases. Thanks again
Great Video, thank you for putting that on line. Turns out it was just the switch though...
I just bought a window regulator kit and it came with new rivets or if you are going to use bolts then just go on the inside with a side cutter and cut the end of the rivets off. After you remove everything you can take the rivet keepers out real easy. Replace with bolts or rivets.
If only you had a 2010 T&C. I felt like this video still helped me though. So thank you.
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THANKS for Posting .
And helping us save money .. :) ..
The video was very helpful up to the point of disconnecting the glass for the regulator. My 2007 T&C lifts the glass from the bottom, not the sides; and I can’t find a replacement that does that.
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Thanks for the great video, it saved my butt when I got stuck doing this job.
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This video was a real help.
* I had to chuckle when I saw all the blue tape holding the water shield in place. Don’t put the door back together that way. Grab your heat gun or hair dryer and warm up the edges of the black shield real good in small steps, and smooth it back against the door with a shop rag. You’ll feel like you did a professional job that way. And you did! :-)
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The window motor isn't serviceable on this particular window regulator. You would need to replace the regulator.
On those rivets, a chisel and hammer works in about, oh IDK, 25 seconds. Chisel off the heads them remove rest once regulater is out of way.
I just swapped out a motor in my father in laws 2005 dodge caravan. One trick I used for the plastic rivets is to reach into the door with a pair of sturdy wire cutters and cut the end off the back of the plastic rivet. Then they slide out and once the center pin is out you can reach the tabs in the base to get that out super easily.
The new motor came with new plastic rivets anyhow and the part per the video that 1A Auto sells comes with new hardware as well... so I didn't care about destroying the old ones to make their removal a 2 minute job vs a 10-15 minute job.
If the regulator is in good shape, you should be able to just replace the window motor on your Chrysler Town and Country. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
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Very helpful information! Excellent quality videos from you guys! Thank you!
Thanks for the video! I have an '04 Grand Caravan, and I will be replacing the motor & regulator assembly. My driver window is stuck up. It was closing slowly for a while before it just stopped working. I figured it would be best to just replace the whole assembly at once, so I will be done with it, and not worry which one is bad.
P.S.- I hate those plastic clip fasteners!!! Remember when they made things out of metal?
Thank you for watching. I know exactly what you mean! Its especially tough this time of year because its so cold out. It makes the plastic way to brittle.
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Did it today, all is good. It is nice to have my window back in operation! Now I need to tackle the automatic door sliding mechanisms....
Oh, I live in Hawaii, so it is not cold here.....Aloha & Thanks!
***** Glad to hear you made out okay. Hope you're nice and toasty out there. ALOHA!
Do i need to remove the 3 plastic rivets to replace the motor only? Or just the 3 screws that holds the motor. Tnx.
Great video. Parts went in and out just like you said. No sense fighting with the motor clips if you have the replacement bolts. Just snip the tips off from the back and its out in a minute. Also, sort of a silly point but worth mentioning: before getting concerned about a dud replacement motor, remember that the key needs to be all the way forward to power the windows...
+Nicholas Jankowski Thank you for watching!
It may be a similar procedure to the one shown in this video. You should be able to apply some of the basic procedures to your application. Have a great day! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
Any suggestions as to what size bolts to use to hold the motor to the frame instead of using plastic rivets ? Also, would it make sense to insert the bolts from the inside ? You would have to use hex-head bolts and then hold the head in place with a box or open end wrench.
Hi Mike!, Great video's very helpful and very unselfish of you to share your knowledge and skill, most appreciated! So, I have a 2003 Town&Country a few issues: Power steering is making noise and vibrating when I turn the wheel..? Also the fan belt has started to squeal on start up... I imagine it has dried out...? And the driver side cargo door auto lock is not working? And, yes I know quite a few things another issue is oil filter mount seal is leaking...? Thanks in advance!
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How did you fix the power steering noise? I have the same problem.
Do you have any video for 2000 town & country power window regulator replacement?
Thanks
Thanks 1A Auto for this guide, followed your advice, great video, very helpful.
+Elliot Thomas Thanks for watching. If you, or any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them: www.1aauto.com/1A/WindowRegulators/Chrysler/TownCountry/1AWRG00708?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PGTlUqE
1A Auto Parts . Thanks for the link to the required part. Unfortunately, I live in England and this part cost me quite a bit to replace! Wish we had A1 Auto Parts over here. Thanks again.
What a stupid design, why can't they just use 10mm bolts like everyone else? Did one yesterday and had to put like $56 into the swear jar, such stupid engineering.
Still helps!! 😂 thank you!!
Great video. Thanks. I found an easier way to remove those pesky plastic rivets. After turning them to a convenient spot use a pair of channel lock pliers and pinch both ears from behind while prying with a flat blade screwdriver from the front. They come right out. And since I wasn't reusing the regulator I pried on that instead of the thin edge of the rivet. Easy peasy.
Awesome video, made removing and replacing the assembly VERY easy. Earlier today my window made a grinding noise when I tried putting the window down, and it wouldn't move. However, after I installed the whole assembly, I plugged in the control panel and tried moving the window up and down, and nothing is happening. The other windows work though. I unplugged and replugged everything in. Is there some kind of "reset" or something I was supposed to perform but didn't?
You have have a broken or frayed wire between the door and body of the van. You may want to check the wire harness to see if this is the case. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
The motor looks like it may be unserviceable on that particular application. We carry brand new window regulators with the motor on our website 1aauto.com 888-844-3393 We offer FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states.