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Window Regulator: Installation

The glass bracket assembly and regulator assembly are installed into the vehicle as one assembly. The glass bracket assembly may be disassembled from the regulator as described in steps  7 and  8 of REMOVAL procedure.

  1. Install regulator with pre-assembled glass bracket into vehicle. Set the regulator base plate to door inner panel using base plate locator tab as a guide.
  2. NOTE: Two 1/4-20 x 1 inch bolts and two 1/4-20 nut and washer assemblies may be used as alternates for glass retention. However, torque must not exceed 27-44 INCH lbs. Equivalent metric retainers may be used.
  3. Install four rivets to attach regulator to door inner panel.
  4. Install equalizer bracket.
  5. Install inside door belt weatherstrip and glass stabilizer.
  6. Lower regulator arms to access holes in door inner panel. Install door glass as outlined.
  7. Adjust glass to ensure proper alignment with glass run. Cycle glass for smooth operation.
  8. Install door trim panel and watershield.


  1. Lubricate regulator mechanism with Multi-Purpose Grease (DOAZ-19584-AA) or equivalent.
  2. Install regulator into access hole in inner panel.
  3. Position regulator using upper regulator studs and tabs on motor mounting bracket.
  4. Install rivets attaching regulator to inner panel.
  5. Install two upper regulator attachment nuts.
  6. Install door glass.
  7. Adjust glass. See WINDOW MECHANISM  under ADJUSTMENTS.
  8. Reconnect wire to regulator for power window.
  9. Check operation of window regulator.
  10. Install door watershield and trim panel.