How to FIX / REPAIR a window regulator with scratching noise (04 Boxster 986)

DISCLAIMER: Lonely Ryder is NOT a professional mechanic and is NOT responsible for any injury or vehicle damage that may result from individuals attempting the repairs shown in this video!
You have been warned, try at your own risk!
How to repair a common problem with a "grinding noise" on window regulators without removing the glass or the regulator from the door frame. For a 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, or possibly earlier Porsche Boxster (Porsche 986).
NOTE: If your regulator is too damaged for repair, then watch this video showing how to replace the regulator:
• How to REPLACE a windo...
Tools used in the video:
T25
T30
Phillips
10mm socket
13mm socket
Vice Grip
Wire Cutters
Box Cutter
Spray Adhesive
Auto Trim Removal Tool Kit
Link to Trim Removal kit:
www.amazon.com...
Intro Music: "Voices" by Patrick Patrikios (KZbin Audio Library)

[@elgaraje911]

This video is brilliant! I have the same exact noise so I am trying it now :P. Thanks

[@lonelyryder7441]

Keep in mind that whether or not you will be able to salvage it all depends on its condition. If the cable is not in too bad of shape and not too stretched, you could get a few more years out of it. In my case, it was in rough shape, but I did get 7 more months out of it without a problem, until last week when the cable got bound up inside and almost broke. So, I ended up having to replace my regulator anyway, and I did record it. That video is still in the editing stage, and I hope to have it uploaded soon!

[@elgaraje911]

@@lonelyryder7441 i’ve tried it this afternoon. I didn’t meed to release the door latch neither block the window. In my I could shatter the blue plastic with a pair of pliers. But unfortunately my cable was waaay to damaged and even after applying some grease it keeps making the same noise. So I guess I need to change the whole assembly. Waiting for that next vídeo. Thanks once again :)

[@lonelyryder7441]

I'm working on that video now!

[@Hiiwiii]

Very helpful, thanks. Not only that the sound is gone but the window goes all the way up, it didn't before.👌🏽

[@larrymenta1859]

Insane how helpful this was. Never seen such an insightful car video on KZbin before. Thank you very much

[@JuanCarlosChinoLoco]

Holy crap this is exactly what I needed (to the letter) to fix my crunchy window on my 996 C4S. Thank you so much for posting.

[@lonelyryder7441]

You bet!

[@LonkyXD]

thank you for this fantastic and detailed video. i believe this is one of very few videos that shows the complete disassembly of the motor and cable system. thank you! my window is stuck in the up position and i suspect i will need to do a similar disassembly.

[@lonelyryder7441]

You're welcome! I try to be thorough, hope it helps you!

[@ShamileII]

Great video! Mine just started making the grinding noise this morning. BTW, I like your presentation perspective of using both hands from the individual's position.

[@lonelyryder7441]

Awesome, thank you!

[@conejomalvado6280]

Thanks for posting this video! Really great tips for fixing this issue.

[@lonelyryder7441]

After this fix, mine worked fine for seven months, but then something in it broke and I had to replace it anyway. I made a video on how to replace it as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHm6qnaYZ9uSrrM

[@Pilotlynch]

That was a great video! Now off to fix my windowS. Thank you.

[@lonelyryder7441]

You're welcome!

[@MrHeliJohn]

I was Lucky to have two hidden fasteners, one screw behind a plastic cover with airbag logo and one plastic retainer behind the cover of the doorpocket

[@hermanogames9238]

How did you take out the one behind the airbag logo? Did you pop out the logo? I had to bend the metal and reach into

[@MrHeliJohn]

I don't know it anymore. And I sold my Porsche :-( so cannot help. As far as I know I popped out the logo.

[@oliverlethbridge8358]

Hey how do you retain the cable sheath that the blue piece and spring was retaining?

[@lonelyryder7441]

In my case, there was enough of the blue knob intact that it was still holding the sheath, so I simply removed the part that broke off, put the cable back into the right track on the pully, and reassembled everything. It has been working fine since. If you need to replace yours with something, I have heard of people using a zip tie around the cable between the spring and sheath to create a makeshift retainer. You could try something like that. Hope that helps!

[@tehhwizz]

Can i just leave it and not fix it?

[@lonelyryder7441]

Yes, but it will eventually break.

[@departe5672]

Hi there!My after I have replaced the window regulator on my Porsche Cayman 987,I have this problem..the window goes up and down if I press on the button like impulse,the micro switch are ok on my car,I have done the test,but if I am pressing on the button for the window to go down, it's not stopping at the edge of the door frame ,it keeps going all the way down,and if I try to get it back up,is hitting the inside door frame,and I need to get it back by sliding a credit card and guide the glass and press the up botton,and all ok,but like I have said..I don't know how to make it stop before it goes all the way down and inside the door, passing the door frame limit...pleas help.Thank you!😊

[@lonelyryder7441]

Lower the window all the way down and open your door and look under it. There should be two holes under the door on each side covered by rubber plugs. That is where the adjustment screws are to raise or lower the bottom stop point of the window. Pull out those plugs use a socket wrench on the adjustment screws to raise the window up. After you are finished, get in the car and raise the window all the way up into the soft top. Then press and hold the up button for 5-10 seconds. This will reprogram the window motor.

[@departe5672]

@@lonelyryder7441 thank you,but in my case was needed to move the rubber stopper higher on the end of the frame!

[@lonelyryder7441]

Glad you were able to fix it!