2005 thru 2012 Nissan Xterra & Frontier Power Window Motor Repair/Replace

[@caneyebus]

Seriously, thank you so very very much for making this tutorial. Your lack of messing with the camera every few seconds and not making any jump edits helped make this be the perfect video! You have not only saved me money, you've also taught me something. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this video.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you for the feedback and taking the time to write it.

[@caneyebus]

Sergii Kvasnyi , when someone on KZbin makes an outstanding video like you have I feel it is important to tell them. There is too much negativity on here and I feel it is important to spread love and good vibes. I don't think I've ever seen a video on here with more positive comments than this one too. Keep up the good work friend!

[@hh-ut6ty]

Thank you so much for the best video of this subject. I changed the motor on my 2006 Nissan Frontier driver side. It cost me just $70.00 for new part and two hours of my time. The new part has life time warranty.

[@thebestofhuntsville]

After viewing this video, I just completed replacing the driver's side window regulator in my daughter's 2007 Xterra in almost exactly one hour. The process was exactly as explained here, and everything went smoothly. Tapping the old motor caused the window to lower to the point I could reach the bolts holding the glass. I was happy that I did not have to cut the cables on the old regulator to get the window to lower. I had ordered the new regulator from Amazon for less than $55, paying no shipping and expecting it to take about a week. The regulator came in four days -- on a Sunday, no less. This is an excellent training video. The last time I had a regulator replaced at a shop, the charge was upwards of $300. Thank you very much for making the video.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you for a kind words.

[@jama0425]

Thank you for taking the time to teach others! I watched 3 other videos before this one that were not near as thorough. I'll be doing this in a couple of days and you saved me $100 labor. Thanks again kind sir!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you, I am glad it helped.

[@josephw9565]

Thank you Sergii for that very informative video. I have a 2005 Xterra and for two years both driver and passenger window motors have been broken. After viewing your vid, I am going to buy the parts myself and I am sure, due to your awesome video, that I can do it myself and save about $700 or $800. Keep the vids coming my friend.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@hasyour7257]

Just wanted to thank you for the instructions. You turned this into a 20 minute job.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thanks!

[@LesCanDo2]

Very good explanation how to move the window down initially, remove the 2 bolts that hold it, and how to secure the window while you replace the motor assembly. Thanks!

[@kyledusang]

At 21:21, you will see a large hole next to a small hole just below the window opening on the right side of the video. I raised up the window and stuck a large screwdriver into this hole to hold the glass up out of the way. This gave me plenty enough room to work

[@paulgray3444]

Thanks! :)

[@grimghost66]

Thank you for the detailed and clear instruction video. It made it much easier to tackle this Regulator/Motor replacement myself. I like that you show where to push on the electrical connectors to get them to release. I noticed that some of the screws were not very tight when I removed them. Since this is all sheet metal that is threaded it is very easy to strip the threads out. After watching you video, I went and purchased an $8 set of nylon pry tools at Horrible Freight to avoid boogering up my door pieces and they worked very well. Thanks again for the video, it made a huge difference. Cheers!

[@natalieynot6302]

My window wouldn't roll up today, best instructional video by far. Thanks

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@paulgray3444]

What did you do if it was stuck down?

[@bryanedwards1911]

Many thanks Sergii. My window was stuck all the way down. Did the tap tap tap trick and I was able to raise the window and proceed with the repair per your instructions. This is why I love youtube.

[@leowilliams4212]

Thanks so much for uploading this video. I used it for reference to replace the regulator on my mom's 08 Xterra and the whole job only took me about 30 mins. Thanks again!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@ericdumptee9084]

Hallo..Sergi, This is EXCELLENT video,and your ENGLISH is PERFECT! THANK YOU for video (I am 65, 45 years mechanic) GOOD LUCK to YOU! Cody

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you Cody. I could only dream about the experience that you have as mechanic. Regards!

[@beepsilver]

Many thanks Sergii! Very detailed--especially your point to remember exactly which screws/nuts came out of which hole because some are different!

[@CaseyCJL]

Thank you very much. This is by far the most detailed one on youtube. the other stuff i was watching wasn't helpful at all.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thanks, with my English I tried my best.

[@CaseyCJL]

Have you replaced the Radiator yet on yours? You are aware of the Radiator issue right? i actually have the exact same car as you which is pretty cool.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

I am lucky that I have manual transmission so I haven't gotten this issue. I haven't replace the radiator, but I have replaced the water pump with thermostat. Afterwards, I did a nice flush and filled with new OEM coolant.

[@CaseyCJL]

i see. yeah i have an automatic. Apparently there is some issue with coolant mixing with the transmission fluid and the remedy for this is to replace the radiator. I'm still learning but a lot of people have been unlucky to open their radiator cap and notice that the fluids mixed together which ruins the transmission. But i guess you won't have this problem.

[@caneyebus]

Sergii Kvasnyi your English was fine. The whole video was clear and concise. The other folks commenting are correct when they say yours is the most detailed and clear video out there on doing this job.

[@dubsaloon]

Fantastic instructional video! Thank you. Very clear and well explained. I will admit I was skeptical with your accent at first but after just a few moments I realized this would be great! Sorry for doubting you.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@skampp]

Yet another huge thanks Sergii. Thanks to you I managed this job with only a few minor scratches, and in good time. I appreciate the work you put into this video.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you for reply.

[@Michael.C.1981]

Just wanted to say thank you very much for your video I got everything changed and put back together in 45 mins! You did a great job in explaining everything !!!

[@billsloat359]

Very thorough. Helped me save time and frustration with tape trick on window. Changed my order to compleete assembly like you did. Thanks.

[@alexanderwilems2584]

Great video! replacing the drivers side power window because we have a big storm coming in and his window wont go up, very detailed, very helpful, keep making these videos! and very good English as well!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you

[@robertwalker6174]

I didn't realize you could restart the motor by simply tapping on it. This will save me a lot time when I replace the motor and regulator. Thanks.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

It's the first thing that comes to mind out of frustration of it not working :) Thanks for watching!

[@georgeabraham2524]

You show all the important disassemble and reinstall highlights! Well done ! Thank You !!!

[@BBB-dd2sf]

Showed every step - exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[@ShreadsEBS]

Thanks for this helpful video! I had trouble unfastening the screws from my window as it was stuck far from the access holes but other than that it was simple. Took about an hour.

[@Andy_Wyo]

Nice video Sergii. It helps a lot of people perform an easy repair.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@collinsbueno4784]

Great video, I had the same problem with my Xterra 2006, taping the door to make the Window go up or down, I took all apart, motor and raíl, I notice that the problem was electrical because the little motor did not responded to the switch comand, removed the motor metal cover that has 3 screws, unscrewed the motor twisting counterclok wise and found tons of black powder covering the brushes, I clean everything with Qtips and alcohol, lubricated the brushes springs as well, the magnets in the motor case, put all back together after testing the up and downs and is working great.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you for your comment. It all depends on amount of carbon brushes which are left, but usually if you already have some issues with electrical motor, it is most likely worn out. From my experience, cleaning them will give you some time, but eventually it will fail again.

[@collinsbueno4784]

Sergii Kvasnyi it's being 4 years so far...

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

lucky, it looks like your brushes are still intact. I tried the same thing and it only lasted me less than a year with regular use.

[@vaughn1111]

Thank you Sergii for making this video. After watching you explain each step, I know I can do this.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@jorgesolano1106]

thank you very much for showing us how the engine is changed now it will be much easier for me you are the best man

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you

[@Terd2402]

This was easier than I thought. Fixed my window, Thanks man.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

I'm happy I could help.

[@Fleagle05]

This was a great instructional video, thank you! Thanks for taking your time and explaining everything. Worked perfectly.

[@isidrocruz5927]

Thank you sergii..nice and very helpful tutorial, I save 200 dlls..its too late know to replace it today...I will do it tomorrow...keep posting.

[@ThugByChoice]

This post was a life saver, profoundly helpful thank you 🙏

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

I appreciate the good words, thank you as well.

[@louisanthony266]

Thanks man, drivers side window went out recently. Going through drive through at starbucks has been a Pain haha

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

It has happened to me as well and I had to use rear passenger at all drive-thru places. Hopefully your motor will work soon.

[@RickRose]

Thanks bud--Just knocked this job out on the driver's side. Your video was a big help.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@BX0207]

Thank you my friend... you saved me about 300 dollars!!

[@adambaker6354]

Great video, best one on KZbin for this problem, hope you have one for changing an ignition coil, that’s my next problem. Peace

[@Shawps]

Thi was excellent. I’m using this to fix my Nissan Frontier driver side window. I have all those tools in plastic..

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@gogatbilisigeorgia]

@@sergiikvasnyi188 podxodit motor ot nissan tiida, k dveri voditelia xterra podxodit motor zadnovo pravovo dveria tiida

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Буду знать, спасибо за информацию.

[@DavidN_LosAngeles]

Thanks man!! We did this today and your video was SUPER helpful!

[@philstover2422]

Thank you for posting this. It was just what I needed to replace the motor assembly.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@katiemccauley4564]

Omg you saved us!! it's all about the light taps! Great video.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@davidj231]

Thanks. This helped out for replacing my 2007 Nissan Frontier driver's side window.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

I am glad you found this video helpul.

[@andyp1456]

You saved me man! Fixed that window but I know later I'll have to buy a new motor. Your awesome 😁

[@Wilfightyounaked]

same here, frontier godtier

[@ournuminousnature]

Thank you! This was very helpful & I appreciate saving a hundred or two dollars due to your instruction. Much appreciated!

[@seonewport363]

very nice job on this video, helped me out a lot , thanks :)

[@jimrusso5329]

Thanks a million. I was able to replace the motor and save me about $350.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@robthomas1829]

Yeah Mon went sweet, even taping old motor it did finally come down!! your the man thanks Sergii

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you, glad it help.

[@bogot001]

Nicely done, thanks for the great detailed help. If motor didn't operate during removal I guess you would cut the cables and then raise or lower window.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you for reply and I would have done so if motor would refuse to operate. If you need to cut the cable you need to secure the glass very strongly, don't underestimate weight of it.

[@twinbulls1980]

Thanks so much for this video and others on the Xterra. You’ve got a new subscriber.

[@BinkDinklage]

Very helpful video, clear and easy to follow. Thank you for this!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@john-ec4460]

Thank you very much Sergii! This video was a HUGE help!

[@andrewthomas1098]

Thanks Sergii you and this video helped me save $400!!!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

I am happy it helped.

[@thecannons6002]

Very detailed, excellent video. Most detailed I have seen....Excellent

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@edgarhernandez2293]

Thank you Sergii for this amazing video,helped a lot,God bless you amigo.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@kyledusang]

Thanks very much for the instructions. Helped me get mine changed easily.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@pnoisurfr2]

Very helpful steps. Thanks for the post.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@j.w.7688]

Thanks Sergii. Very, very well done video, exceptional! You saved me BIG $$$😎👍

[@GMAZEU]

Excellent video. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@dukeritchie]

this was very very helpful! thanks a ton.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@TheGBC84]

Great video! Thank you for making this.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thanks!

[@marobgonza]

You save me $100, thank you for this video

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you

[@hcfoster]

Great video, thank you very much! Made repairs on my 2005 XTerra go easily.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@barrettegregory6613]

Followed these instructions and it was simple

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@lshort8842]

Thanks Sergii. Saved me lots ml of time.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@giggigidy6998]

Thank you sir, you made the job quick and easy....wind in my face

[@CalaveraChronicles]

You’re the best bro! Thank you’

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@bwallace77]

Thank you for the help. It was super easy to do thanks to your video. ☺👌👍👍

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@221momo]

You saved me alot of money thanks.

[@robertbrotherton2541]

Great video. This is going to save me $300.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@debrunyon8039]

Excellent video!!!!! Thank you so much !!!!

[@vaughn1111]

Sergii, I've done everything you have up to 10:14. My window had gone all of the way down beyond where I could disconnect it. When I saw you hammering on the metal next to the motor to raise the window, I thought, "this is the craziest thing I've ever seen." I had nothing to lose so I got a rubber hammer and started hitting the same spot you were while holding the window button in "up" position. By the time I hit it the third time it went all the way up by itself! If the switch and the motor are both working, I wonder if the mechanism doesn't need a good cleaning and lubrication instead of replacing the motor? I'm stopping here and will look more into why pounding on the inner door panel made it work. Thank you again :)

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Hello Vaughn, as long as your carbon brushes have enough material on them it should work again after cleaning. In my experience, if you already gotten some issues with the window motor, it has most likely worn out. Cleaning will give you some time, after, it will fail again. It gave me around 1 year of regular use.

[@vaughn1111]

If it's the brushes, I can replace them. If the commutator is dirty, I'll sand and clean it. Maybe I can get another year out of mine too?

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

With a new brushes and proper clean it will work longer than a year. Good luck with this project!

[@vaughn1111]

Thank you, I'll let you know what I find when I open the motor's cover.

[@vaughn1111]

I decided after 154,000 miles, something in the mechanism was allowed to wear out. So I ordered a whole new replacement and installed it this morning. It was easy after watching you. I took the old motor apart and one of the brushes was worn so short and stuck that it'd only occasionally touch the commutator. The commutator was also very dirty and in a survival situation could be made to work. However, every moving part on the unit I installed is brand new so I'm very happy and thanks again :)

[@tronn99]

Great video. Very helpful!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thanks!

[@BCdaChief816]

Great video easy fix thanks homie really helped out. 👍

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@Tastee8]

Thanks a lot. Very helpful vid.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@joeortiz7512]

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[@nuzulirahmat4723]

God job, verry help Thanks verry much brother

[@j5c077]

very helpful. thank you

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@jslap11]

What if tapping the motor doesn't work??

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Then cutting the cables is the only option. You need to secure your glass properly. Then, lift or lower your glass by hand to the position where you can unscrew the mounting bolts.

[@morganshira3870]

Thank you that was a good video

[@rgurtler]

Great informative video! Thanks!

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you

[@rgurtler]

@@sergiikvasnyi188 just went out and changed my 07 xterra passenger side.. job took 20 minutes thanks to your video!

[@smittyworld4096]

Doing mine tomorrow. Thanks 👍🏼

[@paulgray3444]

I have an 08 Xterra. I replaced the driver’s door switch as my window was down and wouldn’t come up. I bought a new motor/regulator in one. If I unplug the old motor and plug on the new motor without actually installing it-is that a way to see if the new motor works? I tried that but nothing happened. Does the new motor/regulator have to be installed in the door to work?

[@markhorvath6888]

Great video. Thanks.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@toddjessup7801]

I need the video that shows how to replace the window..how does it go back in the middle pannel doesn't come apart ? it will break shoving it three the top..

[@naif3734]

Great work thank you

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@shawnsimpson5638]

My window was stuck in the complete down position. Tapping did nothing to get the motor to move. Couldn't get to lower cable to cut it to slide window up enough to unbolt from regulator. Got one bolt out from window and ended up cutting one small access hole in door frame to reach other bolt. Hole then got covered with the cold barrier when installing it.

[@paulgray3444]

Is there any other way besides drilling a hole?

[@Mrmel64]

Great job! Thank you

[@jamesallen2441]

Can you put the window up without the motor in?

[@Pitbullshorts23]

Nice video

[@joemcelveen6113]

very helpful, thanku

[@paulgray3444]

What do you do if the window is stuck down?

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

If you already have new motor/lift assembly than you can cut your original lifting cable, place something underneath window to secure it.

[@paulgray3444]

​@@sergiikvasnyi188 I got the window up where it should be by hand and with the window switch on. But, I unplugged the connection to the motor and plugged the new motor in, and nothing. Is there a fuse somewhere that may be an issue?

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

@@paulgray3444 Did you make your original window motor work? Or you just force and pull your glass to service position? There a way to connect new window motor assembly by not installing it inside the door, just to see if new one is working.

[@paulgray3444]

@@sergiikvasnyi188 I bought the Xterra maybe a couple weeks ago. The window would not go down. Then it went down once and stayed down. I kind of forced it up by lifting with the switch on- to get it to the place where I could unbolt the 2 bolts. I tried plugging in the new motor, but nothing happened. I don't know if it had to be installed so maybe that grounded it??

[@paulgray3444]

@@sergiikvasnyi188 Thanks. The motor needed to be grounded. I touched it against the metal on the door before installing and it worked!!! :) My window is fixed and working now! :)

[@dj0082008]

Thanks a Million!!!!!!

[@aissaidrissi5704]

Thanks amigo

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@richardcastillejos2534]

Thanks Sergii!

[@nathalier.9082]

Can that problem just be a fuse in certain situation?

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Only if it's relatively new car and all windows wouldn't work. In most situations it will be problem with worn out brushes.

[@mayo6669]

thanks very nice video

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you!

[@Geomodding]

Great Instructions.

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Thank you.

[@jlusink1423]

Nice job!

[@Hilary-ys1gk]

Nice job, how’s trump tower comming in Moscow

[@Omramikelove]

Is the motor agenci or same remplasmemt part ? How many cost the motor ?

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

This the part number I ordered from rock auto - 660316 and 660315 for front left and front right respectively. It costs about 60cad + shipping.

[@Omramikelove]

Hi what brand do you recommend

[@Omramikelove]

Í need nissan exterra 2005

[@Omramikelove]

Hablas español ?

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/nissan,2006,xterra,4.0l+v6,1433009,interior,window+regulator+&+motor+assembly,15596

[@EdgarVenzor]

Thank you sir

[@randydowell3902]

My front windows went out too

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

Hopefully it will work soon.

[@randydowell3902]

Sergii Kvasnyi thanks but I am getting rid of it. It doesn’t even have 90k. Don’t see any reason to buy another transmission and radiator and wait for it to fail again. You have been very helpful. Thanks so much

[@sergiikvasnyi188]

I am lucky to have manual transmission and I haven't gotten this issue but I already replaced my clutch at 200k km. I hope you have a good luck on your next car!