How to carry out replacement: Window Regulator 1.4 16V Golf 4
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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How to change window regulator VW GOLF 4 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: window regulator – VW Golf 4. List of the tools you'll need:
Silicone lubricant
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Torx bit T20
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Round-nose pliers
Drill bit set
Drill
Plastic trim tool
Clip removal tool
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Replacement: window regulator – VW Golf 4. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: window regulator – VW Golf 4. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the car door.
  2. Step 2
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    Detach the door handle trim panel. Use a plastic trim tool.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: window regulator – VW Golf 4. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the door card fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the lower fasteners of the door card. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
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    Detach the door card. Use a plastic trim tool.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: window regulator – VW Golf 4. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  6. Step 6
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    Detach the door lock actuator cable.
  7. Step 7
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    Detach the door lock connector.
  8. Step 8
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    Detach the bulb connector.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the covers from the window raiser fasteners.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the window glass fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Detach the door card supporting bracket. Use a flat screwdriver.
  12. Step 12
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    Raise the glass a little and remove it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold the glass when raising it.Replacement: window regulator – VW Golf 4. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  13. Step 13
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    Detach the window switch module connectors.
  14. Step 14
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    Detach the speaker connector.
  15. Step 15
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    Detach the power window wiring harness. Use a clip removal tool.
  16. Step 16
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the power window motor. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 17
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    Remove the power window motor.
  18. Step 18
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    Detach the power window connector.
  19. Step 19
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    Remove the door panel covers. Use a plastic trim tool.
  20. Step 20
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    Remove the door panel clips. Use a flat screwdriver.
  21. Step 21
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    Unscrew the door panel fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  22. Step 22
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    Squeeze the clips and detach the window regulator drive gear. Use round-nose pliers.
  23. Step 23
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    Remove the door panel together with the window regulator linkage. Use a plastic trim tool.
  24. Step 24
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    Detach the connector of the central door locking module.
  25. Step 25
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    Drill out the rivets of the window regulator linkage. Use a drill bit set. Use a drill.
  26. Step 26
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    Remove the window regulator mechanism.
  27. Step 27
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    Install the new window regulator mechanism.
  28. Step 28
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    Tighten the fasteners of the window regulator assembly. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 11 Nm torque.
  29. Step 29
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    Treat the window regulator drive gear. Use a silicone lubricant.
  30. Step 30
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    Attach the connector of the central door locking module.
  31. Step 31
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    Install the door panel together with the window regulator linkage.
  32. Step 32
    Attach the window regulator drive gear.
    Step 33
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    Screw in the door panel fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
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