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2000 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-3.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Window Motor: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Move the window to the full-up position, if possible.
2. Open hood and disconnect the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
3. Remove door trim panel. [1][2]Procedures
4. Remove window regulator. Window Regulator
WARNING: FAILURE TO CLAMP THE SECTOR GEAR TO THE MOUNTING PLATE WHEN REMOVING THE MOTOR CAN RESULT IN INJURY.
5. Disconnect wiring connector from motor.
6. Secure the sector gear and mounting plate with a C clamp or similar clamping tool. This will prevent a sudden and forceful movement of the regulator when the motor is removed.
7. Remove three mounting screws that hold motor gearbox to regulator.
8. Remove motor from regulator.
INSTALLATION
1. Install new motor on regulator by positioning motor gearbox so that it engages regulator sector teeth.
2. A slight rotational or rocking movement may be necessary to bring three motor gearbox screw holes into proper position.
3. Install three gearbox screws and one tie down bracket screw, if applicable. Tighten to 5.6 to 8 Nm (50 to 70 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Install regulator. Using the switch, test operation of motor. Window Regulator
5. Install trim panel. [1][2]Procedures
6. Connect the negative battery cable remote terminal to the to the remote battery post.
1. Move the window to the full-up position, if possible.
Negative Battery Cable Remote Terminal:
2. Open hood and disconnect the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
3. Remove door trim panel. [1][2]Procedures
4. Remove window regulator. Window Regulator
WARNING: FAILURE TO CLAMP THE SECTOR GEAR TO THE MOUNTING PLATE WHEN REMOVING THE MOTOR CAN RESULT IN INJURY.
5. Disconnect wiring connector from motor.
6. Secure the sector gear and mounting plate with a C clamp or similar clamping tool. This will prevent a sudden and forceful movement of the regulator when the motor is removed.
Motor Removal:
7. Remove three mounting screws that hold motor gearbox to regulator.
8. Remove motor from regulator.
INSTALLATION
1. Install new motor on regulator by positioning motor gearbox so that it engages regulator sector teeth.
2. A slight rotational or rocking movement may be necessary to bring three motor gearbox screw holes into proper position.
3. Install three gearbox screws and one tie down bracket screw, if applicable. Tighten to 5.6 to 8 Nm (50 to 70 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Install regulator. Using the switch, test operation of motor. Window Regulator
5. Install trim panel. [1][2]Procedures
6. Connect the negative battery cable remote terminal to the to the remote battery post.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.