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How to change front window regulator on VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) – replacement guide
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Window Regulator for Golf IV Variant (1J5) and other VW models
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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
Replacement: window regulator – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Tip from AUTODOC:
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: window regulator – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1
Open the car door. - Step 2
Detach the door handle trim panel. Use a plastic trim tool.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: window regulator – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force. - Step 3
Unscrew the door card fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver. - Step 4
Unscrew the lower fasteners of the door card. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 5
Detach the door card. Use a plastic trim tool.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: window regulator – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it. - Step 6
Detach the door lock actuator cable. - Step 7
Detach the door lock connector. - Step 8
Detach the bulb connector. - Step 9
Remove the covers from the window raiser fasteners. - Step 10
Unscrew the window glass fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 11
Detach the door card supporting bracket. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 12
Raise the glass a little and remove it.AUTODOC recommends:To avoid injury, hold the glass when raising it.Replacement: window regulator – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force. - Step 13
Detach the window switch module connectors. - Step 14
Detach the speaker connector. - Step 15
Detach the power window wiring harness. Use a clip removal tool. - Step 16
Unscrew the fasteners of the power window motor. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 17
Remove the power window motor. - Step 18
Detach the power window connector. - Step 19
Remove the door panel covers. Use a plastic trim tool. - Step 20
Remove the door panel clips. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 21
Unscrew the door panel fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 22
Squeeze the clips and detach the window regulator drive gear. Use round-nose pliers. - Step 23
Remove the door panel together with the window regulator linkage. Use a plastic trim tool. - Step 24
Detach the connector of the central door locking module. - Step 25
Drill out the rivets of the window regulator linkage. Use a drill bit set. Use a drill. - Step 26
Remove the window regulator mechanism. - Step 27
Install the new window regulator mechanism. - Step 28
Tighten the fasteners of the window regulator assembly. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 11 Nm torque. - Step 29
Treat the window regulator drive gear. Use a silicone lubricant. - Step 30
Attach the connector of the central door locking module. - Step 31
Install the door panel together with the window regulator linkage. - Step 32Attach the window regulator drive gear.Step 33
Screw in the door panel fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
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