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Offline percy

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Window motor not working
« on: May 31, 2013, 06:26:06 pm »
Hi guys, has anyone ever had to change there motor or regulator as mine is knackered when I took the window down. I heard a terrible crunching noise then it packed in. I've tried to price a motor but can't find a supplier except main dealers or ebay. So can anyone help on locating one and how easy to fit. Thanks guys :happy2:

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Re: Window motor not working
« Reply #1 on: May 31, 2013, 10:52:06 pm »
You'll need to remove the door skin. Look in the "how to" thread for a guide.

Try a scrapyard. Is a new one from vw prohibitively expensive?
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Re: Window motor not working
« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2013, 12:20:00 am »
I've repaired a few VW & Audi window regulators over the past few years; my last Audi A6 front passenger side window failed which was down to the plastic guide clips breaking up and jamming in the regulator and also a pal's Golf IV with a similar problem.  Your window motor may not have actually failed - something has jammed the window glass, could be a broken clip or cable. The motor has a themal cut out and clutch to prevent damage.  There are repair kits available from various ebay companies and I've a feeling VW sell a repair kit too.  They definitely sold updated plastic guides which attach to the window glass and the new ones I bought had a metal insert which made them more reliable.
Found this:
http://www.okzam.co.uk/403-vw-golf-v-window-regulator-repair-kit-front-right.html

Let us know how you get on.
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