Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Chrysler Neon (CANADA) L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Window Handle: Service and Repair
WINDOW CRANK
REMOVAL
1. Open door.
2. Slide a window crank removal tool behind the window crank to release crank handle lock clip (Fig. 12).
3. Remove handle from regulator shaft.
INSTALLATION
1. Place the lock clip on the window crank.
2. Place window crank on regulator shaft with the window in the down position.
3. Orientate the window regulator crank handle appropriately at the 10 o'clock position and the left handle at the 2 o'clock position.
4. Push the handle in to the lock position on the regulator shaft.
REMOVAL
1. Open door.
Fig. 12:
2. Slide a window crank removal tool behind the window crank to release crank handle lock clip (Fig. 12).
3. Remove handle from regulator shaft.
INSTALLATION
1. Place the lock clip on the window crank.
2. Place window crank on regulator shaft with the window in the down position.
3. Orientate the window regulator crank handle appropriately at the 10 o'clock position and the left handle at the 2 o'clock position.
4. Push the handle in to the lock position on the regulator shaft.
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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.