How To Replace VW Window Regulator ~ 2005 Passat Rear WINDOW

[@CarlCleveland]

as a guy who has worked in the industry years back and out of practice, this is one of the best videos I've seen in a long time. The best thing about it is your explanations on why you do things and the process. kudos to you.

[@MrMathijs87]

That pushing the window on the plastic trick is so cool! I more than once fought the plastic pins, knocking them into the door having to take it all apart again!

[@StueyMonster]

Thanks Charles, I saw plenty of vids that told me how to remove the door panel, but none on how to remove the inner panel and most importantly the pin arrangement for the window glass. Mine was a 2012 Tiguan and this showed clearly what I needed. Perfect thanks!

[@NNMV-up7mf]

Your videos are the absolute best! I have watched several of them. Professional, concise and to the point. Five stars. Thank you much for sharing.

[@JonyTelev]

You are a miracle worker mate. Last time the pin thing happens it took me an hour. Today 3 minutes. God bless you!!!

[@HumbleMechanic]

amzn.to/2TTxTmU After shooting this video, I found a kit for ~$35 to install new cables. I have no experience with this kit, but I want give you guys another option. The OEM one is ~$200

[@knotical689]

No way.... I was dreading getting that window pin back on, that trick is pure magic. You're a wizard!

[@dhighfield1665]

Great vid, the only thing missing was telling how to re-teach the car the new full up/down window position so it doesn't do the anti-pinch action (which my B5.5 did). Hold the window down button until the window reaches the bottom, and keep holding for at least 3 seconds longer. Do the same all the way up, plus 3 seconds longer. It teaches the CCM the new full down and up position of the regulator.

[@mihaicardos6614]

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[@Grantidge69]

Best to reseal the lower half of that metal carrier panel before re-installation, otherwise you unlock the Passat Pool Party feature. Great video, clever workarounds, and very clear, concise commentary as always.

[@shaffere33]

Thanks a bunch Charles! my first time doing a door lock actuator on a Passat and Identifix was worthless with instructions. The window pin trick was a life saver.

[@vishpish1]

Great vid - came in really handy for swapping a regulator in a mk7 golf. Especially the tip to insert the nylon spreader pins first - and push the window into the regulator. Worked perfectly! Cheers

[@GeekSHO]

Unfortunately I found this video *after* I just repaired both sides of my 2001 Jetta Wagon. The A1A video shows installing the pins through that little regulator access door. It cannot be done that way, or if it can, it means your pins are too loose. I was so frustrated I even created my own how-to video once I figured it out, but my video is far inferior to this one. Outstanding, Charles! Needless to say I am a subscriber now.

[@stephenspencer8839]

Thank you for the highly comprehensive breakdown of how to do this job I am now confident I know what I'm looking at before replacing the regulator.

[@truthhurts167]

First and best explanation on unlatching the door release cable! I have been careful and still broken the tiny plastic tab that keeps this cable hook in place. Major pain replacing and extra expense!

[@terenceharper5612]

I went through this JUST to get to and clean the automatic lock solenoid that quit working some years back (Hint: A follow up video on fixting that woud be awesome here !) THis was a good reminder of things I could have done differently - specifically with that window pin (groan - had I known installing it in the window and engaging the clip later would have saved me hours or agony , but alas this was WAY before You-Tube.) A follow up video of that would be awesome. Awesome job.

[@davidjohnrees]

Just wanted to say thank you for this video. Helped me massively recently, especially the dowel bit. Thank you!

[@zodiacdior6100]

The Pins installation Trick is ACE !!! Thank you so Much !!!!

[@SB-hv6ug]

Just finished a full rebuild on a 2001 mk4 gti, your tech help has been incredible, cheers mate🤙

[@andrzejgrabianski8003]

Many thanks, I have UK Passat and this has been a great help strip the rear door. Great commentary.

[@gary_lav]

Tackled my window regulator on the front passenger side on my 2012 Fusion last summer. The amount of rivets used on it was insane. I replaced the rivets with 1/4 inch nuts and bolts so if it ever goes again it'll make disassembly less of a night mare. Wish you would have made this sooner as I had to teach myself but this video serves as great reinforcement!

[@rsage_]

Holy mother of crap I wished I saw this before going to the junk yard last week! I basically had to caveman a regulator out because I didn't bring something to drill out the speaker and didn't know exactly how to take off the nylon bushing. Very good tutorial, Charles.

[@lescarneiro]

I saw the video and thought "what could be so difficult about changing a window regulator? I did it to my 2009 Fiesta and it was so simple...", then I watched the video and now I got it... Nice tip, good material, thanks!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Haha thank you

[@lescarneiro]

Wow! That was fast! hahaha

[@HumbleMechanic]

Your timing was perfect!

[@toddmccarter45]

If you think this looks complicated, you should look into how to get into a mk5 door

[@splendidcolors]

Thanks! It's different enough from the front window procedure (such as the glass needs to be DOWN) that I needed this vs. the front window videos.

[@TheXlbuilder]

Thank you. I'm replacing my door latch and this video was really helpful. Your guidance kept me from breaking any plastic bits. Keep up the good work.

[@23hublock1]

Massively helpful video Humble, and thank you for a brilliant detailed how to. Did my driver side rear (UK car) today as it was also leaking water so fitted a nice thick bead of butyl putty around the edge of the ally panel. The plastic pin hack worked perfectly....when I think back 10 years ago on the same car....man the struggle was real! Passenger side next for same pin that fell out a month ago....not leaking water that side but will do the butyl putty on that side anyways. Thanks again. Liked! Long live the 1.9 AWX....for the win.

[@petecurran3995]

Great work, fella. Mastery, in fact! 👍🏻 And for the non-believers, 15/64" is roughly 6mm

[@vegastud2001]

Dude, great video. You saved me so much time. The plastic dowel fell out and I was able to tap it back in. Thank you!!!!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Awesome

[@vegastud2001]

@@HumbleMechanic I have a '04, 2.8L, 4Motion wagon. It has a kickass Monsoon double din. I think 200watts. I'm looking to upgrade to a double din that will configure with the steering wheel stereo controls. Usual upgrades (satellite radio, USB, etc.) Will it require re-wiring or soldering? To work with Steering stereo controls?? Secondly, will an after market double din mess with the Ross Tech diagnostic system I have?

[@takeomack2782]

Perfect timing brother! I was just about to do the same to the drivers side rear door on the W8!!! Thank you for the fantastic video! Your the BEST bro!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hell yes. It’s the exact same! Well you’ll have to flip the video hahaha.

[@takeomack2782]

Karma is real my friend!!! Today I was on the receiving end, when one of our patients father’s gave me his R32 poster!!! I was very happy to give you mine...but I’m going to fame this one like you did! Good vibes brother!

[@takeomack2782]

You are the very BEST!

[@georgecribbs6527]

Would like to thank you for this video, it helped us very much. You comment about the "ramps" was great. Thank you very much.

[@lorcanparnell309]

Thanks for this. Your tip on reinstalling the two part white dowel into the window first worked perfectly. I had my doubts, especially as I had broken one of the guide lugs off the window carrier, but it still worked!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Glad it worked. It took me a while to be confident in doing that. LOL Broken glass is the worst

[@johnnysteffens]

Bro! Your videos have helped me so much with my 2004 Passat. Thank you!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hell yes !

[@indigophotographers]

Well first a local mechanic said we needed a different window (it wouldn't close all the way. Then the glass company said the window is fine, it's a mechanical issue. So we go to Volkswagen reluctantly to once and for all fix the problem. They kept it one hour, charged $80.00 and said it needs a new regulator which they didn't have in stock) gave me an estimate for $680.00, $180. parts, $400 LABOR. So I thought wait a minute how hard can this be? I watched THIS VIDEO and ordered a $165.00 regulator from VW. Today I went out to prepare for the operation, took the panel off and looked around and lo and behold, the white nylon piece was just lying in the bottom of the door! I came in and watched THIS VIDEO again and fixed it without a "new regulator". Thanks for this.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Man I hate they made you pay $80 to misdiagnose this issue. Glad you got it all fixed up

[@benchato1974]

Excellent explanation of the work, especially in the part how to remove the plastic retainer.Everything explained in a school way.Thank you.

[@zkljaja]

That little white pin always busted my brains as to how to fasten the window again. This makes it so much easier

[@mac7608]

Bought a Haynes manual for my 2013 Gti, which was absolutely useless on this occasion, black and white pictures (outdated) with limited info for changing the regulator..I even bought the recommended tools to carry out the job which was a waste of money - if only I found this tutorial before hand....8 yrs on and VW are still using the same glass pins/dowels and man was mine a pain in the...kudos to this clip I got it sorted, getting the pin out was troublesome but installation was a breeze which was mostly to your pin installation trick.

[@stevebutler7346]

BRILLIANT Many thanks Charles have to do same rear left window tho You make it look SO Easy Many Thanks. Steve from UK

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you!!

[@timwall6916]

Hey Charles I have watched a lot of tour videos and you saved me a ton of money because of them. I do have a question about the window motor. My front passenger side window regulator is broke. The window is stuck up but the motor still works. How do I get the glass down to get to the 10mm bolt that holds the glass to the track. Hope to hear from you soon thanks

[@eljustoprimero]

Greetings from Colombia, very good video, it helped me a lot to solve the problem with my volkswagen, thanks

[@n9wox]

I've been able to repair broken OEM door panel clips with a little heat from a soldering iron to melt back together, or replacements are readily available online.

[@sverrirdaiorarinsson5671]

Having owned 5 VW's so far, you are the #1 when it comes to VW how-to! Can you buy these plastic pins for the window somewhere?

[@adamkorekach9936]

I want to know the same thing. I bought the same metal frame replacement kit as shown here by Humble Mechanic and it DID NOT come with a new plastic pin part. So now what do I do? Where do I get a new one?

[@tiagomiguel6659]

Huge same here lol

[@bobloblaw17]

Great description, those two plastic rivets that you punched out at the end were the missing part for me. My 06 Golf TDI has 3 of them, and in every single other video they've already been punched out and so nobody ever mentions them. Thank you.

[@HumbleMechanic]

glad it helped!

[@paalfalang443]

Great video, thanks for the tips about the plastic tab that hold the window. Regards from Norway.

[@stacydornan9765]

Not a VW fan but enjoy your vids bro

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you!!!!

[@mikefortner2155]

Awesome video Your tops thanks again for the time you spent. Worked perfectly

[@PatrickCassar-zx5sj]

great tutorial, detailed and complete!

[@HassmannPeter]

Many thanks for making and uploading this video! It make it possible for me to fix the problem.

[@lukastaerk3933]

Thanks! I found this video to be excellent! Easy to follow and understand!

[@bizjakboris]

Thank you. In my case I had to replace also the wires and plastic that holds the window. The problem was the wires that pulls the window were not the exactly right size. I figured out how to deal with this. I just made a knot in the wire just where the wire comes out from the plastic window holder (that's the only place to do the knot). Than it was nice and perfectly snug.

[@cipriancotoi8642]

Super trick! Thank you FOR the idea!

[@adamreigate5368]

Yeah good video, i have an Audi A3 tfsi 06 model, this happened to me about 3weeks ago now, i must still fix it. Now i know how, thank very much, good video. 👍

[@paulgonzalez7852]

That is much easier than I thought it would be.

[@HumbleMechanic]

I was just noodling around if I could do this job faster than watching the video. I Think it would be close. LOL

[@still34u]

The driver's side is the where all the bad shit happens usually. It gets used the most. I was changing mine and sure enough the door handle cable plastic piece broke off, then the lock rod got stuck .. it was stupid, the whole thing was coming apart under my hands

[@thomasng6870]

Fantastic! I have a 1998 B5 Passat and i need to replace the door lock module from the rear left. I disassembled the door panel and removed all of the screws, but wasn't sure how to disconnect the window. This should do :)

[@HumbleMechanic]

I think you can fish the latch around the window. It’s a pain but it can be done

[@thomasng6870]

@@HumbleMechanic I don't see how that is possible. (?) The 1998 Passat has the same full metal cover as what you showed in your video. Maybe i'm just unclear on your comment.

[@jmackinac]

Everything was going great until you got to disconnecting the door latch before removing the actuator panel. What are you doing with your thumb? I'm already an hour working on this with a broken thumb and I can't figure out how to disconnect the connector.

[@vee4410]

You could also use the power to get the regulator bracket locked into the window instead of pushing it down, just make sure the glass is lined up. Thanks for another great video👍

[@shiftwrenchrepeat]

Always look forward to seeing your videos man! Always genuine

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks my dude!

[@shiftwrenchrepeat]

As a young technician this gives me a lot of inspiration, for my job and my channel!

[@HumbleMechanic]

YESSSSSS!!!! That comment made my day dude. Thank you

[@themachine8009]

Hi. Great video. My problem is in a 03 Jetta. I was putting everything back together but the lock release rod came off the door module. I can’t find a way to put it back on. My question is: do I need to take the door module off to insert the rod? Thank you in advance

[@simonryder9334]

Thank you for a very well easy to follow video. Cheers

[@MkVW-vw7yh]

Great video ! I’ve done that on my mk4 golf and b3 Passat syncro. Vw life

[@mortont1210]

Great video. Can you make a video on how to remove a 2009 CC Rear Window. I'm having a problem replacing the door lock.. Thanks

[@staceyismine]

Can you do a video on the mk6 golf rear door with the big rivet pannel and the removal of the plastic spreder pin

[@braddowns17]

When drilling out rivets I've found it easier to punch the pin out of the rivet first. I also like to clean the inside bottom of door and check for and clean any weep holes.

[@HumbleMechanic]

If you are reriveting in the same hole that is a great idea. I’ve had bad luck on the OEM rivets getting the center pin out.

[@braddowns17]

@@HumbleMechanic another VW quirk. Never had problems with oem rivets on other vehicles. Leave it to VW. That's alot of wasted material with all that metal that goes away as well. You'd think they would just make the regulator replaceable. Recycle fund for your beverage of choice. Scrap metal adds up.:)

[@davidpreston343]

Well done & informative video.

[@radu21adrian]

Hello HumbleMechanic! Love your content , a lot to learn! Regarding the clip I have a problem, hope you are able to offer me an advice!!! My rear windows, have the same problem: both windows are not aligning correctly , after half of the distance is ride by the windows, they tend to tilt/drop to the rear and the pinching protection , is preventing the windows to reach the final UP/closed position!!!! What could be wrong?

[@alexismoran1738]

This video helps out a lot, I just got one question if I wanna remove the entire panel without removing any components, is it possible assuming the window is out of the way ?

[@TheSifting80]

Thank you very much, very good how to do it video !

[@gerardogarcialopez1054]

Hi, im changing the cables and there is one that is longer than the other, the longer one is for pulling up the glass? For rolling up the cable, do you hace another video, Thanks.

[@alanw5812]

i remember the first time how I put the window pins back, i put the small pin into the the large pin a little to made the large pin open a little be, then put the pins into the hole, because the large pin a little open, so it won't drop all the way, and then I hammer the small pin in, to lock it, I found your way the second time I did.

[@randomeddy]

Very helpful having these videos for us mere mortals to follow but I do wish when I put B6 Passat it would actually show a B6 passat and not a B5 or B5.5. Probably the same or very similar but annoying.

[@BoondyIsOn]

Thanks mate, your video helped me out today 👍

[@mentaldan666]

Can’t think of anything good to say, so whoever is reading this- have an awesome day! 😁

[@HumbleMechanic]

Id say that is a pretty awesome thing to say!!! :)

[@lebooker9361]

Do you have a video for the front door window installation

[@tes-uu9sf]

R/R window motor problem? When closing the window with a 'one-touch' press of the switch - right when it rolls completely up and then encounters resistance from 'topping-out' - the motor cycles the window right back into open position and goes all the way down...which thens ends with a 'thunk' sound. If I'm 'careful' I can keep it from doing that if I 'nurse' the window closed in 'bursts' of the switch. Seems like two problems?

[@TheMarpalm]

Really good explanations

[@theminiondude]

i have mk6 golf s. there are only 2 eletric windows. the driver side eletric window doesnt work. the passenger side works and i can control it with both the switches from driver side and passenger side. i tried to open my driver side window it just wouldn't. when i press the button i could hear a click and thats all. i tried force opening the window but it is very strong and wouldn't open from force. i checked the fuse and its perfect.

[@Max_Thunder]

Dang Charles rivets to hold in the speakers. I bet that is a car audio installers favorite thing. Great video though thank you very much.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahaa yea screws would be better.

[@TylerSanden-ix9oe]

I missed where you put the pin back in. It does not show that in the video. Do you have a video that shows that?

[@jeffreysneezos]

What if I have crunchy noise going down but everything works fine? 2015 Tiguan rear window

[@chriscountryman1406]

Thank you!! Massively helpful!!!

[@StuffOffYouStuff]

Really good video. The only thing I noticed was I didn't see you fitting the new regulator on fully. Did I miss something? This shows how much a pain in the arse car companies make it for ordinary people to fix these things. Videos like this should be mandatory for car companies to do so people can do it themselves. I'd have been buggered when I saw those rivets!

[@sylvainsalmon8579]

Fantastic man! Thx

[@Dcs-Brasil]

Very good. I love VW. In fact i own one VW Polo.

[@TheSifting80]

Thanks for the vid 🙏

[@MrThestag]

Excellent detailed video Thks

[@deechicago25]

Hey man what would cause the rear glass hatch not to stay up on 08 Touareg? Could only find vids on the whole rear hatch. Much appreciated

[@adrians5057]

Man u helped me soo much. Thanks for soo good vid!

[@mongorie]

Great timing, my window pin just broke. 2015 Gti as well, didn't last that long

[@JB-de5cp]

Excellent!

[@alabbas4930]

On my 2003 Passat, I noticed water coming inside on the footwell carpet. It appears to be coming from the door when it snows and I park the car outside for 4-5 hours. Does the regulator need to have a gasket or seal on its edge all around? I’m wondering if the reason could be a worn seal around the regulator.

[@thomashollandjr2101]

I have a 09 VW CC and the rear door module seems to be bad. If I replace the part does the dealer have to program anything r will it operate properly?

[@HumbleMechanic]

That should be plug and play! Be sure to inspect the wiring harness in the boot too

[@thomashollandjr2101]

@@HumbleMechanic Thank you. Do you think that sounds like the fix? Symptoms were 1 - Horn didn't sound when locking door and setting alarm 2 - Rear passenger door wouldn't lock and window wouldn't operate from the drivers switch or the door switch 3 - Battery drain Part Number: 3C8959703DVW4 is what I found in the VW Vortex forums Right now I have the door panel off and module disconnected so the battery won't drain

[@alanw5812]

at 9:00 Don't need to remove those rivets before remove the carrier panel, I remove the carrier panel with the door lock all at once,on rear door that fitted with 1/4 widow or wagon, first you need to remove the short window's rail that fit front of the door lock, then remove the lock bolts and then you can remove the all out a little to easy remove the cable that from the outer handle to the door lock ,then can out at once.some model need to remove the outer door handle at once. after out ,then can remove and install the rivets easy., front door is easy because no rail there,, Hope this help!

[@andrew.triggs]

Your instruction videos are always fantastic! What would you use to clean and grease the window channels?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Glass cleaner is the best for both

[@smokinjoe8662]

Do you have a video on how to install a new peg and dowel ONLY?

[@smokinjoe8662]

Never mind. Turns out someone already had the regulator out, so I didn't need to remove the door latch to remove it. I was hoping to avoid that step, but no big deal. Unfortunately, the plastic peg and dowel weren't inside the door, so I have to wait for the replacement I ordered to arrive. Thanks for the video.

[@olluman123]

How do i replace the glass? We had to smash the old glass, ive taken the door pretty much apart for the cleaning. Do you just take the door seal off from the top?

[@classicfrenzy]

I need to do something like this on the front driver side door of a 04 jetta. Window keeps dropping out, Could that possibly be the plastic pc in this one?

[@HumbleMechanic]

no, the fronts are different. You might be able to just snug the clamp holding the glass

[@classicfrenzy]

@@HumbleMechanic 1) Thank you for taking the time to reply. Must be busy with as many subs as you have and I do appreciate it. To remove the inner metal pc would I have to remove the speaker as well like you had to on the back?

[@jamesmills7107]

Hey Charles, I'm a new tech and I have a question about something I'm kinda struggling with about how to deal with on the fly. I work in a body shop (contex). What is the process you go through when you run into a situation that isn't standard situation let's say. Maybe the car has been repaired before and the precious shop didn't fix it right, or there is some unforeseen damage. What process to do use as a tech as far as taking notes, pictures, how to approach the job, do you repair it or not?

[@23hublock1]

You don't have to drill out the rivets for the speakers, you can leave it joined to the ally panel. The speaker comes out attached to the ally panel. All you have to do is unplug the connector.

[@TopGoose-bf1mx]

You do if the regulator you purchased includes the entire metal panel like most of them do.

[@pr0xZen]

Great video, very neat with the tricks! But I'm completely lost on how to do mine. Would you do a video on the _driver_ side rear door? ;)

[@HumbleMechanic]

It’s exactly the same.

[@pr0xZen]

@@HumbleMechanic Are you sure? It seems almost the exact opposite to me... ^^,

[@pr0xZen]

@@HumbleMechanic I figured ut out, just needed to watch it upside down, Aussie style. Thanks a bunch! Needed to do a bit of adjustment, I kept missing the plastic receptacle when resecuring the glass to the plastic slider. But as I saved the speaker for last, I could get a view of what was going on through there 🙂

[@umpsfar]

can i ask why you have to remove the speaker ? awesome video thanks

[@HumbleMechanic]

You have to swap it to the new regulator

[@TheHatchet2]

Hey Charles, When you do this job, can you put insulation in the doors to reduce some of the road noise as well as improve the car's ability to retain heat? What sort of insulation, if any would you recommend for such a modification? I've noticed a lot of road noise when driving my passat and I live in minnesota so I'd like to make it better if I can. Let me know what you think!

[@HumbleMechanic]

You sure can. I would a product from Dynamat or second skin. But you are probably gonna want to do all 4 doors. I don't really know how much it will help. But worth looking at

[@TheHatchet2]

@@HumbleMechanicthanks a ton. I'll check it out.

[@JusttRelaxx]

Great video!