Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 D (210.004), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 250 D (210.010), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 (210.035), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 300 D (210.020), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 230 (210.037), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 320 (210.055), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 290 Turbo-D (210.017), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 280 (210.053), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 420 (210.072), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 50 AMG (210.072), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 280 (210.063), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 280 4-matic (210.081), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 320 (210.065), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 300 Turbo-D (210.025), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 320 4-matic (210.082), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 250 Turbo-D (210.015), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 D (210.003), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 240 (210.061), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 430 (210.070), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 Kompressor (210.045), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 55 AMG (210.074), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 CDI (210.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 CDI (210.007), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 D, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 CDI (210.007), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 CDI (210.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 270 CDI (210.016), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 320 CDI (210.026), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 430 4-matic (210.083), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 Kompressor (210.048), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 240 (210.062), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 36 AMG, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 CDI (210.006) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front window regulator MERCEDES W210 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Window Regulator for E-Class Saloon (W210) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: window regulator – Mercedes W210. Tools you need:
WD-40 spray
Multi-purpose lithium grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Plastic trim tool
Drill
7 mm drill bit
Riveter
4.8 mm rivets
Painter's tape
Replacement: window regulator – Mercedes W210. Professionals recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: window regulator – Mercedes W210. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the car door.
  2. Step 2
    Switch on the ignition.
    Step 3
    Lower the window glass.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Continue lowering the window glass until its fasteners become visible.
    Step 4
    Switch off the ignition.
    Step 5
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    Remove the door card fastener cover. Use a plastic trim tool.
  3. Step 6
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    Detach the door handle trim panel. Use a plastic trim tool.
  4. Step 7
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    Detach the SRS cover. Use a plastic trim tool.
  5. Step 8
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    Unscrew the door lock cover fastener. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the door lock cover.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the door card fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  8. Step 11
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    Detach the door card. Use a plastic trim tool.
    Replacement: window regulator – Mercedes W210. AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  9. Step 12
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    Detach the door lock actuator cable.
  10. Step 13
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    Detach the door handle illumination module.
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the light. Use a plastic trim tool.
  12. Step 15
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    Detach the bulb connector.
  13. Step 16
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    Detach the door panel sound insulation.
  14. Step 17
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    Detach the speaker connector.
  15. Step 18
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    Unscrew the speaker's fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  16. Step 19
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    Remove the speaker.
  17. Step 20
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    Treat the glass fastener. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 21
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    Unscrew the glass fastener. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  19. Step 22
    Switch on the ignition.
    Step 23
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    Raise the glass a little and release it from the window regulator.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    When removing the glass, hold it firmly to avoid injury.
  20. Step 24
    Switch off the ignition.
    Step 25
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    Raise the window glass all the way up and secure it on the door frame with masking tape.
    Replacement: window regulator – Mercedes W210. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold the glass when raising it.
  21. Step 26
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    Drill out the rivets of the window regulator linkage. Use a drill. Use a 7 mm drill bit.
  22. Step 27
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    Remove the window regulator mechanism.
  23. Step 28
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    Detach the connector from the power window motor.
  24. Step 29
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    Unscrew the power window motor fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  25. Step 30
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    Remove the power window motor.
  26. Step 31
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    Install and screw in the motor fasteners on the new window regulator mechanism. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  27. Step 32
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    Attach the connector to the power window motor.
  28. Step 33
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    Install the new window regulator mechanism.
  29. Step 34
    Treat the window regulator mechanism. Use a multi-purpose lithium grease.
    Step 35
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    Install the rivets of the window regulator mechanism. Use a riveter. Use 4.8 mm rivets.
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