Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor Replacement

2014 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, 2D Convertible, Standard TransSECTION Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor Replacement
Fig 1: Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor And Bolts
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WARNING:

Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the door. When operated, the Express Up/Down Feature allows the door window to move very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.

Preliminary Procedures Remove the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement Do Not remove the window from door or regulator.
1 Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor Bolt (Qty:3)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

  1. Place the window in the full up position.
  2. Remove the water deflector.
  3. Disconnect the window regulator motor electrical connector.
  4. Remove the front lower door speaker to access the window regulator motor bolts. Refer to Radio Front Side Door Speaker Replacement .
  5. On the outboard side of the regulator motor locate and remove the three internal torques head bolts that hold the motor to regulator.

Tighten 
10 N.m (89 lb in)
2 Front Side Door Window Regulator Top Bolt
Procedure 
Remove the window regulator top right attachment bolt, push the regulator slightly outboard and remove the regulator motor through the speaker opening.
Tighten 
10 N.m (89 lb in)
3 Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor

Procedure

  1. When installing the regulator motor ensure that the gear washer is in place.
  2. Inspect the door window for proper operation before installing the door trim panel.
  3. After replacing the window regulator motor, it is necessary to reprogram. Refer to Window Motor Programming - Express Function .
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