| Special tools and workshop equipment
required |
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 Note
| Removal and installation are described only for the left
window regulator. Removal and installation of the right window
lifter mechanism are similar. |
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Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783- |
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Remove rear door trim
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70. |
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Detach door window from window regulator. Do not remove it
→ Chapter. |
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Move door window upwards, and secure it in place. |
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Removing window regulator motor
→ Chapter |
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Release locking hook of cable drum -3-
and insert into door. |
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Unscrew lower hexagon nut -2- and
insert threaded studs of window regulator into door. |
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Loosen upper hexagon nuts -2-, do not
remove. |
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Slightly push window regulator upwards in door
-arrow a- and guide into door -arrow b-. |
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Turn window regulator -4- through 90°
and guide through opening in door -arrow c-
to remove. |
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Insert window regulator -4- through
opening in door -arrow a- and move to
mounting position. |
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Insert threaded studs of window regulator into door skin
-arrow b-. |
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Tighten hexagon nuts -2-. |
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Press cable drum against door inner part -3-
until looking hooks engage audibly. |
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Install window regulator motor
→ Chapter |
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Install door window
→ Chapter |
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Window regulator
→ Chapter „Assembly overview - window regulator“ |
Questions & answers
Removing and installing window regulator — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I remove the Golf Mk7 rear window regulator?
Remove the door trim, disconnect the motor, support the glass, detach it from the regulator carrier, unbolt the regulator and remove from the door.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Note
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Removing
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Slide spacer ring -2- in
-direction of arrow a- and pull window
winder off window lifter mechanism -arrow b-.
Installing
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