How To Replace A Front Power Window Regulator - Dodge Durango (’98-‘03) & Dakota (’00-‘04)

This video is a step by step guide on how to replace a broken front power window regulator on an '03 Dodge Durango. This video applies to all Dodge Durango's between 1998 & 2003, as well as Dodge Dakota’s between 2000 & 2004. The only differences may be the steps to remove the door panel.
The window regulator I am replacing is the front drivers side window, but the steps & techniques are the same for the front passenger window.
This is a fairly basic & simple job that can be done in about a half hour, even if you take your time, with simple hand tools. The stock & aftermarket window regulators for these vehicles have plastic components that like to break at the worst possible time.
How To Replace A Rear Power Window Regulator - Dodge Durango (’98-‘03) & Dakota Quad Cab (’00-‘04):
• How To Replace A Rear ...
My "''03 Dodge Durango 4.7L Repair & Maintenance" Playlist:
• '03 Dodge Durango 4.7L...
Left Front Drivers Side Window Regulator:
Dorman part # 741649
Right Front Passenger Side Window Regulator:
Dorman part # 741648
The information in this video is for educational purposes only. Pet Rock assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use the information in this video at your own risk. Pet Rock recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Pet Rock.

[@wrongmower]

i was very very lucky, i saw your vid, got a ride to the dealer, got the part at the store i work at, did it in the driveway and boom, saved myself 425 bucks, thank you very very much for posring this vid, :)

[@petrocksgarage]

wrongmower, sweet. I'm glad it worked out for you and that this video helped you out.

[@MrWCLewis12]

This was perfect! I am a total disaster when it comes to fixing things but I was able to fix my window with your help. Thank you!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@bobjaan8827]

I just came in from fixing the front passenger window in my quad cab '04 Dakota. I used a NAPA motor & regulator assembly (made by Dorman in Taiwan). The local Dodge stealership wanted $322 for the part and $200 for labor. The part from NAPA was $90. My father helped me, which was good to have a second pair of hands and eyes. First off, this video is excellent. The information, production, narration, lighting, and editing are all well done and result in a video that is professional and helpful. A couple of observations from my efforts today: It took me and my father about 1.5 hours to do the whole job, taking our time, and rechecking the video a few times. It lasted the length of "The Lion King," which I had my kids watching to keep them out of the way. I watched this video on my laptop originally. I brought my tablet outside for reference during the repair. The plastic liner may be tucked behind the speakers, and tightened down. Loosening the speaker allowed the plastic to be pulled off. Also, the temperature outside today was about 40-45 degrees Fahrenheit (4-5 degrees Celsius). The black "elephant snot" adhesive was very stiff and held very stoutly. I don't know if it would be easier to remove during the summer, or in a heated garage. The replacement motor came with it's own bolts (that were 10mm). The factory bolts were of a different thread pattern (and were 8mm). The replacement assembly also came with instructions in English and Espanol. They make sense if you have watched this video a few time. According to the instructions from Dorman, there are two body styles/motor mounts that you have to watch for. They were kind enough to enclose a template. My Dakota was slightly different in the details than Pet Rock's Durango (which made no sense to me). Instead of using the block of wood to hold the window up, I taped the window in the fully up position. This was because I didn't have a block of wood short enough, and I was too lazy to cut the wood. Taping the window all the way up ended up giving me the advantage of keeping the window out of the way. Examining the broken regulator, the up cable's end pulled out of the plastic part of the window shuttle (not sure if this is the real term, but I am describing the thingey that the window rests on and travels in the metal track). Amazing how a tiny bit of plastic breaking requires the replacement of the entire assembly. I look forward to more videos from Pet Rock. Hopefully he will need to change his brake rotors and his rack & pinion soon...

[@petrocksgarage]

+Bob Jaan, I’m glad my video helped you out and saved you a ton of cash. The “elephant snot” is a lot more malleable in warmer weather. I’m not sure what the template is for. I assumed it was for vehicles that are converting from roll up windows to electric windows, or ones with a different mounting holes. I’m not sure which vehicles that is though. Thanks for wishing ill will upon my truck and its brake rotors and rack & pinion. :-)

[@588158]

I watched several videos on replacing the drivers side regulator and yours was absolutely the best; it was the most through video of any of the other.and the camera work was excellent.Thanks; You have a new Subscriber and a big Thumbs UP!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@lch4912]

Great. Watched video after '98 Durango driver window quit. Decided to replace both front regulators. Job went smoothly. Of course second one was easier. Sincere thanks for the informative video.

[@petrocksgarage]

No problem. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@CouponsAreMyCurrency]

Thank you! 4 years ago we replaced the regulators on all 4 windows using your videos. The drivers side went out again last week. We ordered the part and found your video again. You have saved us a ton of money. Durango is still running strong, so we may need to watch it again in a few years.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I'm glad my videos are helping you out and saving you some $$$. See ya in a few years. 😹

[@joshg5244]

I had already had it replaced by my local glass replacement company 5 years ago . I had to purchase it because they didn't stock it. With a lifetime guarantee the part was free this time! Even though I'm pretty well equipped and capable with tools I let them do it because working inside the door can be a time consuming skin tearing knuckle buster. Thanks to you never again! With your detailed instructions it was cake! (Even though my window was stuck halfway down!) That added some time but all in all an easy process with excellent results. Thanks a million. Well, about 500 anyhow :)

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@katestraubaby]

2nd replacement in 15 years here. I'm getting good at it. 168,000 mi on this beast and still going strong. Thanks for the video. Kate

[@petrocksgarage]

You are one of the lucky ones. I've replaced the regulator three more times since I made this video. I've got over 210k miles on mine and also still running strong.

[@HonkyMcGee702]

This came in handy when my window dropped for no apparent reason. Replace the regulator :-)

[@metallikat05]

I did it myself! Thanks to your video. When my window stopped going up and down, I thought I was in for it. Thanks so much! I’m not mechanically great, but with your simple instructions, I was confident I could do it.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad you got the job done and my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@rharper6]

This is great! With this video, my son and I were able to replace the power window regulator on my 02 Dakota Quad Cab. Thank you so much for making this video!

[@petrocksgarage]

Glad to be of service.

[@DeekerJones]

Thanks a bunch for your videos! I had to replace my passenger side regulator on my 03 Durango, and even for a simple job I like to watch your videos to make sure things go as smoothly as possible.

[@petrocksgarage]

I'm glad my videos helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@robbiestacy7399]

The best video I have seen on this repair. I feel confident in repairing mine this weekend. Thank you for your time and effort on this.

[@petrocksgarage]

+Robbie Stacy, no problem and good luck...

[@donhoercher7066]

Thank for the wonderful instructional video. I had looked at a few other videos to help me to replace the regulator but yours was by far the best. Your detail helped immensely.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks alot. I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it.

[@daveyusa1884]

THANKS! I just completed my replacement and thanks to you and your GREAT video, instructions, it went very well. This is surely one of the best instructionals I have seen. Thanks again much.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it.

[@roadster12522]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm a middle-aged woman and I was able to use your instructions with confidence! You saved me $$! Thank you so much!! :D

[@petrocksgarage]

roadster12522, thats great!! I'm glad it helped you out. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it.

[@saturnx311]

Great work. Thanks a million for uploading this. I know the kind of work it takes for a video like this, so just letting you know how appreciated it is.

[@petrocksgarage]

Slim Pickins, yeah, filming seriously slows me down in the garage plus a couple hours of editing per video. But it’s one of my hobbies, so I don’t mind as long as it helps people out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@timothycorcoran6903]

My local Dodge dealer wanted $700.00 to do this repair what a rip off. I bought the part online for $35.00 and as soon as I get it I will put it in myself. Thanks so much for the great video you saved me a bunch of bucks.

[@petrocksgarage]

$700 for a 20 minute job is outrageous! I'd find a different shop to do future work on your truck. I'm glad to hear my video helped you out and saved you a boat load of cash.

[@timothycorcoran6191]

Update: The part arrived today and I just completed the job and it was a piece of cake for this 67 yo man thanks to your very detailed video. Don't know why I even bothered to take my car to the dealer. I should have watched your video first and I never would have. I have done a lot of mechanical work over the years but I had never worked on electric windows before somehow I thought it would be harder than it was. After watching your video I knew I could do it. Thanks so much you help a lot of people save some of their hard earned money.

[@petrocksgarage]

@@timothycorcoran6191, that's great! Good to hear you got the job done. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it.

[@michaelconover2179]

Thank you so much for your video!!!! I have paid someone else to replace both front from ones before. And I thought I would give it a shot. Your video was precise and to the point. I can't thank you enough!! I liked, subscribed, and hit the bell lol !!!!!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@jodycarter1483]

I watched your video last October of 2017 before I replaced the first regulator in the driver door and rear left passenger door. Your video was very helpful. Today I just changed the regulator AGAIN and it was even easier. I like your videos because you are a good narrator. Not everyone is as thorough as you are. Thanks for that. By the way, I have the very same year, make, model, and color Dodge Durango as you do. So when I watch you work on your Durango, it's like your using mine in the video. I just think that's cool. Great vid.👍👏

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I'm glad my videos have helped you out (multiple times). :-)

[@ericpowers2469]

great video, have a 2000 Dakota, regulator broke this morning, watched your video, start to finish, including trip to parts store for regulator, under 2 hours, great video

[@petrocksgarage]

Eric Powers, thats great!!! I’m glad it helped you out. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it.

[@ericamassen3673]

Thank you so much, this was very thorough and answered all my questions. The box and label for the part was even the same as the one I purchased .

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@deaddy57]

Excellent video, you covered all the important details I was looking for ( unlike other videos I seen). How many screws, details like unsnapping handle rods etc. Many thanks for taking the time to show it right!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@techgene4531]

A very good details on doing this job. I will be working on mine shortly. Thanks again!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it. Good luck with your truck.

[@MrGGalindo]

Thanks for the video! Really helped me replace the window regulator on 03 Dakota.

[@petrocksgarage]

No problem. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@bigshots27]

Thank you man, this helped me a lot with my 03 dakota, wouldnt of been able to do it if it wasnt for you video! Great Work!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@jamescaton3923]

Great video!!! Thank you so much! Had to replace mine while on vacation and although I had the Haynes manual with me, it didn't say anything about how to disconnect the rods for the door latch and lock. Your video made it easy!

[@petrocksgarage]

James Caton, thanks a lot. I appreciate it. I’m glad it helped you out. Haynes/Chiltons manuals are more like CliffsNotes then a real manual, in my opinion.

[@ejxlch]

Great Job. I know on some vehicles, this is a difficult job. This one is simple enough. Thanks for the video, very helpful.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks. It always looks simple once you've seen it done, or done it yourself. Thats why I make these videos (to make seemingly difficult jobs seem do-able). Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@crackerjack3359]

Brilliant . Thanks. Just put a new on in on the passenger side. I was about to send t to the local garage until I saw your video.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@novakfamvids]

Great tutorial. Just fixed my window. Instead of a 2x4, I strapped some duct tape over the top of the door to secure the window in the up position.

[@novakfamvids]

Also, saved me over a $250! Thank you!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Yes, using tape to hold the window up will (sometimes) work. I choose to use the wood technique because tape often has a hard time sticking to dirty windows or windows with a bunch of finger prints on them. I don't want the window to suddenly fall and possibly break inside the door. Plus duct-tape isn't that great for paint. I'd use painters tape if I had to. But if it worked for you and you are happy with it, by all means continue to use that technique.

[@paulvanasco5431]

Thank you, was a very helpful video. Your video was spot on.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@ALPHAMUSCLE1]

great video . new windo regulator and motor is installed and working great, THANKS

[@petrocksgarage]

+Jordan Jock, thats great! I’m glad my video helped you out.

[@hansgrubber5753]

Great installation video. Thank you! 👍

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@jjensen6349]

Very easy to understand and see what you did on every step. Thanks

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@stevenslekis5622]

This was a great video. Thanks so much for taking the time. Paid $90 for the regulator and with your video was able to do the work myself. Hopefully, I won't have to replace like you have 3 times-UGH!!!!

[@petrocksgarage]

I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it. Keep your receipt incase it does break. Dorman has a lifetime warranty on their window regulators, so if it does break you can replace it for free.

[@rustysharp6348]

Great video - replaced driver's side front and rear window regulators same day using videos of Pet Rock's Garage videos. He covers all the details making the job relatively easy!!!

[@petrocksgarage]

That's great! I'm glad my videos helped you out.

[@chr00bs]

very well done! very instructional! Thank you! I hope to tackle this soon!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot and good luck.

[@ps2srt4]

Thanks for the great video. It really helped me out today. Had a little trouble getting the second bolt out of the glass die to how badly my regulator was broken, but I figured out a way. Thanks again.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@ps2srt4]

Just a side note, I also got the new regulator from Rock Auto.

[@loriprichard2317]

This was super helpful!!!! It would of taken me forever without this video! Thank you so much!

[@petrocksgarage]

+Lori Prichard, no problem. I’m glad it helped.

[@fizagui]

Great video, clear step by step instruction... Guys like you have saved me hundreds... Thanks for taking the time to do this video...

[@petrocksgarage]

frank izaguirre, thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@fizagui]

Pet Rock's Garage I got it installed but the cables are catching while going up and down. any suggestions?

[@petrocksgarage]

frank izaguirre, the cables should be between the regulator and the door sheet metal. If the cables are on the other side (between the regulator and the window) then you may have gotten the regulator for the wrong side (drivers side vs passenger side). If not, there should be a zip tie or clip or something in the middle of the regulator that the cables go through that should keep them close to the regulator so they aren’t flopping around. You can kind of see it (a white zip tie) on my old regulator at around 6:00 in the video. Good luck...

[@dennisleblanc7933]

Great job very helpful, now I got to go get her done on my Durango! 😊

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I'm glad my video helped you out. Good luck with your window!

[@dennisleblanc7933]

@@petrocksgarage "it's in like Flin" you rock!

[@petrocksgarage]

@@dennisleblanc7933 Thats great! Glad everything worked out.

[@kjanszen4178]

Hey, thank you for the detail info on the replacement of my front power window regulator. I got the part and It's a Dorman. I feel confident I can work on my truck with your help. After the New Hampshire NASCAR race!

[@kjanszen4178]

K Janen The project is finished. SUCCESS!! Rainy weather delayed my work. Thanks again Pet Rock's Garage you saved me on the labor.

[@petrocksgarage]

K Janen, thats awesome! Its labor where the shops get you (and a little markup on parts too). I’m glad this video helped you out. Thats my goal with my videos. Payin’ it forward. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@jpavlekovich]

Just finished up my first time . Thanks for the great video .

[@petrocksgarage]

jpavlekovich, thats great. Hopefully it is the last time you have to replace it. I’m glad the video helped.

[@steverehm2353]

This guy was very helpful made it extremely easy to get the job done

[@petrocksgarage]

+Steve Rehm, thanks a lot. I appreciate it. I’m glad my video helped you out.

[@CraigBronson]

thaks - very well done and you saved me hours of work

[@petrocksgarage]

Glad to be of service.

[@TentinQuarantino_]

Pro tip from an idiot who drove around with non-functional windows for 6 months: Instead of using a 2x4 to prop the window up, an easy option is to use a suction-cup shower safety bar attached to the inside of the window to hold it up. I keep one in my car because my Durango has gone through a few of these window mechanisms and it always seems to happen when I am out in a shady area 😂 Thank you so much for your video. I am going to try to replace my drivers side window mech soon!

[@petrocksgarage]

Yes they do tend to break in the worst parts of town, or when bad weather is rolling in. Thats a good tip. Another commenter suggested multiple suction cups with hooks on the inside & outside of the glass with a string going over the top to connect them all to hold the window up. Haven't tried it yet since I haven't had to replace a regulator on this truck in a couple years (thankfully), but the idea seems promising. Thanks for the tip.

[@dalelong4716]

Thanks for the video, just changed mine out. Saved $275.00 doing it myself.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@BrettWyrick]

Thank you so much for this video. Seriously. Top notch job on the tutorial. I don't know why Dodge never gave out a recall on these stupid things. It's been replaced on my truck now three times, I believe. Thanks to your tutorial, this will be my first time doing it myself. The dealership's I've heard of charge $400! Wish me luck!

[@petrocksgarage]

I agree. These window regulators are fragile to say the least. Some stealerships do charge way too much for this relatively simple job. I'm glad my video will help save you some serious coin. Good luck.

[@BrettWyrick]

Hey, just wanted to say thanks again. I just finished putting in my driver's side window and followed this tutorial. Looking to sell my 2002 Dakota Quadcab Sport and this seriously helped a ton. I really appreciate you making this video, taking the time to edit it and posting it online to help out people for free. Now onto my rear passenger window!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@124bucket]

great job,getting ready to install one in my dakota.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it. Good luck...

[@nickgarcia4582]

Thank you best video yet

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@danakerry7057]

Your instructions were very clear. It's terrible that the part keeps breaking. I hope that you have reported this to the manufacturer. Even though they keep replacing the broken ones, it's using your time. Also, if a person can't do it themselves, that would be three expensive service payments.

[@petrocksgarage]

+Dana Kerry, thanks. No I haven’t contacted the manufacturer. I figure that after enough are replaced under warranty across the country for the same problem the bean counters at the company will notice the $$$ loss and tell the engineers to fix the design flaw.

[@budbullis6119]

Great video very thought thank you so much

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@bef150s]

thank you for the step by step vid!

[@petrocksgarage]

No problem. I'm glad it helped you out.

[@andevipertraderpfeiffer8787]

Great video dude!

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@whateverhappens1140]

Great job. Thanks.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@joeystrickland7955]

Thanks for the video it was much help

[@petrocksgarage]

No problem. Glad to be of service.

[@muzicmaken]

Thank you for the video...This helped me do my own work on my Durango. I took the door panel off and have the window propped up. I went out the other day my window was half way down I thought my wife rolled it down in 10 degree weather..lol Would roll down but not up....I ordered the new regulator and motor so when it comes in all I have to do is put it in... It does look like it has been replaced before, there are a couple screws that look shinny new...As you stated I bought the one with the lifetime warranty. Again thank you for the video such as great help. I got my part from: Summit Racing 1-800-230-3030 part with Motor a Doorman cost $55.97

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats great! I'm glad my video helped you out. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@hamstersniffer]

Wow, so it isn't just me. I've paid to have two previous regulators replaced on my '03 Durango and about to do the THIRD one myself......I think. I think the last one cost me $325 at the auto shop. Thanks for the vid.

[@petrocksgarage]

Wow, $325? Thats ridiculous for such a simple job. I'm glad to hear you are going to try it yourself and keeping the $325 for yourself. Thanks for watching & commenting. I appreciate it.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Well done. Thanks

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[@gamecapturemoments1]

Pet Rock, nice video, need to do this to my 01 durango tomorrow. By looking at other videos as well, may I offer the quick tip of using painters tape to keep the window all the way up (closed) while doing this to keep the glass out of the way. See 1AAuto's video. Just thought it would give a little more room, especially without the 2x4 in the way.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks I appreciate it. Yeah, I've seen that video. I've tried painters tape before and had it fail, the window suddenly drop and the window shatter inside the door. If the window isn't perfectly clean painters tape won't stick very well or hold for very long, in my experience. So I just use a block of wood. It doesn't really get in the way, IMO. You can use thinner wood, like 1" square stock or something even thinner. Its the length & rigidity of the wood that matters. I said 2x4 because it is a pretty common term that most people will understand.

[@billreynolds3798]

I've looked at a lot of videos before coming across yours. By far the easiest step by step video out there. I actually took my laptop to the garage, set it on the driver seat and went to work. With the exception of scratching my tinted window on that side everything went as planned. Now if I could just get the front passenger window to roll down from the passenger side. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't but it always will roll down from the drivers side control. Any ideas? Thanks again

[@petrocksgarage]

I'm glad my video helped you out. The passenger side window issue is a common problem with the Window Lock-Out circuit on this era truck. If my hunch is correct, you'll notice that the passenger side window switch doesn't glow green when the problem occurs. If so, try toggling the Window Lock-Out button on the drivers door switch and see if that helps. If it does then the solder joint for the button is likely cracked and just needs to be resoldered. Mine had this problem a number of years ago and I fixed it with a little solder. If the toggling the button doesn't help then its likely a wiring problem that would need investigation. Hope that helps and good luck.

[@andym1gdsm]

Great video thanks a ton!

[@petrocksgarage]

Andy Martin, thanks. No problem.

[@josetapia1174]

Than you man this video going to help me a lot on my 01 D Durango with the same problem now I’ve a cuestión do you know about 4x4 , it is not working in my truck is 4.7L thanks again God bless you

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks. I'm glad my video helped you out. Re 4x4: it can stop working for a variety of reasons. I'd start with the transfer case and it's solenoid that switches from 2x4 to 4x4. Good luck.

[@DUMBnEASY]

You've been a huge help! Thank you very much. However, I am wondeering if the cable is OK but the end is bad, can you just replace the end? My motors work. The window just doesn't go up or down. Thank you!

[@petrocksgarage]

+Steve Hartman, you can't buy just the end. Trust me a looked. You can only get the window regulator as an assembly. Depending on where the break is you might be able to superglue the plastic piece that broke. But i would consider that a temporary fix. Good luck...

[@kellyv1672]

Thank you!

[@petrocksgarage]

You're welcome.

[@DerickSheldonKuch]

Just replaced mine thanks to your help! There is a clip on the outside of where the window connects to the regulator and the cables are catching on it. Not sure why because i have mine just like you have yours but it still works :)

[@petrocksgarage]

+Derick Kuch, I’m glad my video helped. Thanks for letting me know. If your cables are catching/binding try to clear it otherwise it could shorten the lifespan of your new regulator. Good luck...

[@DerickSheldonKuch]

Yeah im not quite sure how to fix this, there is nowhere to mount the cables or move them too. Both windows are doing it and im not sure how to move them. :/

[@petrocksgarage]

+Derick Kuch, are you sure the cables didn't get twisted up when you installed the unit?

[@DerickSheldonKuch]

+Pet Rock's Garage Yeah, they arent twisted at all. Its not very clear in the video but the cables sit closest to the veiwport, not on the window side of the slide, right?

[@petrocksgarage]

+Derick Kuch, the cables should be in-between the regulators slide rail that the window slides up/down on and the door panel. Maybe the regulator or the slide the window is attached to is bent? Its hard to say what is wrong without seeing it. Good luck...

[@PUPPYBONZ]

You just saved me a couple hundred bucks. Thanks A+++++++++++++++

[@petrocksgarage]

Glad to hear it and to help you out!!! Thanks a lot.

[@javiergarcia-sd6vx]

very good thanks

[@petrocksgarage]

Thanks I appreciate it.

[@Bcfc4evr1]

Thanks for the great video and tutorial!! Your a life saver. Made what looks to be a pain in the arse job a piece of piss!!

[@petrocksgarage]

+Bcfc4evr1, thanks a lot. I'm glad my video helped you out.

[@Twilliams60142]

Hello and thank you for your very instructive vid! My window regulator cable snapped and I just bought a brand new regulator motor assembly. It was extremely easy to take out and install but I have a very annoying problem! The window guide slider keeps coming into contact with the cables for some reason. I tried different orientations of twisting the motor but that was even worse. I can't use twist ties to get from the guide because it needs the freedom to move! I'm getting really frustrated on what to do at this point! Any help would be very appreciated!

[@petrocksgarage]

Assuming you got the correct assembly for the door in question, it sounds like the cables are twisted up a little. They shouldn't come in contact with the guide. It is possible to install it twisted and have it bind up like you describe. So I'd take the regulator out again and hold it and the motor up as if they were installed and see if there is a twist or some indication of why the cables are binding. Its really hard to diagnose from my keyboard. Good luck.

[@Twilliams60142]

@@petrocksgarage OK thanks. I'll keep trying! Maybe I will have to take panel off passenger side in order to see the orientation!

[@petrocksgarage]

@@Twilliams60142, thats a really good idea. Good luck!

[@mountains38]

My Durango driver side window is in the up position. What do I need to do to lower the window so I can remove the 2 bolts that holds the window in place. Thanks Pet Rock Garage

[@petrocksgarage]

+gary curnow., there are two cables in the regulator that I show in the video. If the one that holds the window up is still intact and the the one that pulls the window down is broken, you should be able to press the down button on the window switch while pushing the window down with your hand. if both cables are still intact and you want to replace the entire window regulator, you could cut the cables with some wire cutters to free the window. Good luck...

[@billreynolds3798]

Your hunch is correct, the switch is not glowing green like the door lock button is. I've toggled the window lock out button without success. Where exactly is the solder joint your referring to?. Can you send a pic or be more specific? Thanks again

[@petrocksgarage]

The solder joint is on the circuit board inside the drivers door switch. Is where the button attaches to the circuit board. Sorry, I don't have a picture of the circuit board. I fixed mine years ago before I set up my KZbin channel. But before jumping to the conclusion that its the solder joint on the circuit board, you should make sure that the wire that goes between the window lock-out button and the passenger door switch isn't broken or have excessive resistance with a multimeter. It is just as likely that the wire is broken/damaged as the solder joint is cracked since the wire does go through two door wire looms that are known to get flexion cracks/damage. Good luck.

[@DaileyBoy94]

have you had any problems with the tail lights and the turning signals not working?

[@petrocksgarage]

Nope.

[@lindadavis4418]

First things first...thanks SO MUCH for posting this! You gave this mom the confidence to replace this part on my son's '04 Dakota, which had already had a failure in the driver's door just 2 months ago, and cost us big bucks to have repaired. This time, the passenger-side rear door regulator broke, which was estimated to be a $175 repair. With the help of your video, I removed the broken one & installed the new one in 1 hour, at a cost of $35. I did encounter 1 problem, which I can only blame on myself. When I tried to "snap" one of the actuator rods/arms back into its clip, I cracked the plastic clip.! Can that part be replaced? What is it actually called? Please help me again!

[@petrocksgarage]

+Linda Davis, congrats on fixing your window yourself. I have a video covering the rear door too (kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGPWfJenZ7ibnrM). I’m not sure what the part you broke is called. You can call or go to your local dealers parts department and they can look it up based on your VIN. Most likely its a dealer only part or you could try your local junk yard. Good luck...

[@lindadavis4418]

+Pet Rock's Garage I actually watched your video on the rear door to learn how to do this. This post is the one I got when I searched for you to thank you & ask for more help. Again, thanks a million for posting your videos, because I would have never tried to do this job without your EXCELLENT video! If I could, I'd hug you right now!

[@petrocksgarage]

+Linda Davis, no problem. Virtual hug accepted and appreciated. :-)

[@hamstersniffer]

To hold my window up, I slid it up and put a suction cup cell phone holder on the glass right against the weather stripping.

[@petrocksgarage]

Thats a good idea.

[@johnriddle5463]

I have found a trick to hold the window up while you order the part or instead of the handy 2x4 ? Buy tow or three od the old rubber door stops for a home door , they are wedge shaped rubber and when you pull the glad up and push them down on the inside of the top of the door panel you can't push the glass down . Neat trick for a couple of $1.00 door stops ?

[@petrocksgarage]

I'm not sure I follow. You jam the door stops in between the window and the door frame up at the top (where you rest your arm while driving)? If so, yeah, thats a pretty good idea. Just make sure to remove the weathers tripping in that area or you could deform/damage it. Thanks for the tip.

[@ItsMeEddyV]

My window will only go up about 80% of the way. Anything you can think of that I did wrong? It feels like the cable on the left of the metal frame gets super tight. Is that cable suppose to be in front of back of that Frame? Every time I have it in front the window will only go up 50% of the way not sure what I'm Doing wrong

[@petrocksgarage]

Its hard to say what is wrong without looking inside the door to see what is causing the window to bind up. The cables are supposed to be between the window regulator frame and the inner door panel. I'd have a look inside and see what is binding up. Don't try to force it or you'd likely break the plastic bits in the window regulator. Good luck.

[@Hitttiht]

Super and Thank you. UNFORTUNATELY, I found this too late, sorta. Child door slam I believe broke plastic from the UP cable. Me, Dad I think broke something else in there. I need a picture or description of connection of upper metal Rod to door release. My slide lock is good. My pivot handle to open popped off in the aft part of the door. Looks simple push 90* bend into a hole that rotates fwd, as observed from lifting outside door handle. Any help would be appreciated. I hate to undo other side as a working blueprint….. we have 190k miles on this and anything can happen. I need this 1 more winter.

[@petrocksgarage]

I think you are asking about the door opening lever thing, and how the rod connects to it, right? I show it around 1:24 in the video. Hope that helps.

[@Hitttiht]

@@petrocksgarage the upper rod popped loose back aft on the door. I can’t find where or how it re-connects to make it open from inside the vehicle. Your video remains great.

[@michaelstraughn3465]

are there different Regulator's for each door?

[@petrocksgarage]

Yes.

[@mikeyiscoolable]

Can someone help me out? So I just bought my first truck, it's an 01 Ram and the driver side door works to go down but it will only go up a centimeter at a time maybe one per half an hour. I'm not sure if this is the problem or the motor it self and I really don't have the money to play a guessing game. I have to press the up button and pull the glass up at the same time to get it to go up and it can take upwards of 2 hours. I know its not a dakota or durango, but I'm assuming those symptoms will be the same for all of them depending on what is actually wrong with it. Any help will be greatly appreciated!

[@petrocksgarage]

Mike Roche, its hard to diagnose things like that from a keyboard. Your best bet is to take the door panel off and have a look inside. It should be fairly similar inside to what the inside of my door looks like. Something is binding up and not letting the window slide smoothly. Maybe the felt in the window track is rotted out (common), something is getting in the way of the window regulator (also common), or the window regulator motor is going bad, or there is excessive resistance in the up position circuit giving enough power to the window motor. The list goes on. Good luck...

[@bigsteel4511]

how do i change the oil pan on a dodge durango 2003 4.7 liter

[@petrocksgarage]

bigsteel, very carefully… It is not a small job and requires a lot of specialty tools (mostly to lift the motor up to gain access to the pan, or to lower the front cross member and differential if you have 4x4.

[@wrongmower]

well heck, im watching the vid and truck is in shop having this done, could have saved me 400 bucks, oh well live and learn

[@petrocksgarage]

wrongmower, ouch! $400? Wow, thats highway robbery for a 30 minute job. Next time...

[@BELLCA84]

👍👍👍

[@petrocksgarage]

+juan v, thanks, I appreciate it.

[@BELLCA84]

+Pet Rock's Garage thanks

[@djlambert2434]

can u help me out

[@djlambert2434]

how to get the passenger window works again it wont go up or down

[@petrocksgarage]

DJ Lambert, it’s hard to say what is wrong from my keyboard. Depending on the behavior, it could be a bad motor, a broken cable, bad wiring, bad switch. The list goes on.