POWER WINDOW Repair on VW Beetle

Plastic parts that deteriorate, become brittle, and fail... thanks German Engineers! This one failed after I changed it out with a fresh track, rails, and cable. Just driving along and the window fell. Well, the cable got tweaked and so did the windup pullet, all because a tiny piece of plastic holding one end of the cable broke loose! Arg!
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[@douglassomerville4018]

Brilliant trick with the tape to get window up 👍

[@trentblaine1768]

How-to's and instruction are your game! Good job on that repair.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

True be told... I started this project in the Spring... it sat all Summer. I just didn't want to mess with it, because I knew it was screwed up and I would have to replace it, again! *sigh!

[@vdubing01]

Thanks Dave. I've owned the same bug for 17 years and I'm having this same problem. Inspired to fix it.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

I really, really like the Beetle. It is a sleeper as far as I am concerned... it drives like a sports car and corners like its on rails. Glad you got some positive motivation to help your car serve you best.

[@davidross-oo2vh]

I replaced the regulator and motor in 20 minutes in my 2001 beetle...very easy..got the whole inner panel from the junkyard with the regulator and motor attached together...

[@deathheadmothman11]

Good video, I was curious about how to reinstall the window. That's the ticket. Thanks again.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Absolutely welcome. Thanks for stopping by and leaving me a little feedback... I consider it a gift!

[@MMJourneyPhilippines]

you are very talented sir

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Thank you so much 😀

[@LanderosDGK]

Awesome video!

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@hasanfoyejul5500]

ধন্যবাদ... thanks

[@markrrigel5639]

I really liked the video, working on my granddaughters vw, having a hard time with the plug-in for the door lock. seems to not want to come apart

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

That plug is the most difficult nut to crack. Most, end up breaking it. Have patience and be careful. Glad you liked the video.

[@daman4802]

The plug has a push in tag that needs to be pressed in as you pull the plug. I pushed it in with a shortened wooden cocktail stick. Not easy but it will come.

[@muld2456]

great and many thanks but toooooo much work for me hahaha! Went to a garage to let them fix my window! Bye bye from Holland

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

...and that is what I call option "B." Option B is always available if option A is a joy-kill. Thanks for tuning in and many blessings!

[@faithisabella2317]

The wire part that supposed to be there is actually wound up in the teeth behind the motor like a rats nest …. This is gonna be a long night

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Yikes! Sometimes it rains a little more than we expect it to. I feel for you!

[@legendcanibal9642]

Nice job....

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Thank you!

[@valterp528]

good night noble friend Dave, the german engineer complicated this piece too much, but thankfully the cat got in the car and not the snake lol, God bless you

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Yes! I almost forgot about the snake. I have not seen it in a long time. Must have moved on and found a new home. Blessings to you Valter!

[@valterp528]

@@HelicoolsHelipad stay with god noble friend

[@jahourd77vervoordeldonk94]

Bless you dear brother Dave. Making that video has been not only a great help to this old missionary in Ireland, but a real source of encouragement and blessing to my elderly wife and I. It's amazing how a simple "God Bless", said from a sincere heart, at the end of your video, takes an already joyous heart and makes that joy complete at the mere mention of HIS name. My family have served The Lord on the mission field of Nigeria for decades, witnessing millions of lost, coming to know Jesus as their personal Saviour. We pray that God will use this KZbin tool, to bring many souls into the Kingdom. Time is short Dave and we have a job to do. We also pray that you and your family will stay in good health, that this vile Covid-19 will never darken your doorstep and as HIS WORD SAYS; PSALM 91 v 10 "There shall no evil befall thee, Neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling place. Thank you again. With ALL OUR LOVE AND GODS RICHEST BLESSINGS, FROM IRELAND Edward and Joanne Vervoordeldonk-Hyslop

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

You have done and are doing the Lord's work, my friend! I thank you for your powerful prayers, as we all could use more prayer in these trying times. (Taking the next few moments to pray for your and your family.) Years ago I decided that all of my videos, no matter the story or content, would always end with a short prayer asking for God's blessing for the viewer. For one, it is my profession of faith... I will not deny Him. And secondly, my hope is that it plants the seed and gives the secular folks watching a moment of pause. I show folks that I'm not perfect, but if they start to investigate what makes some people shine despite their imperfections. I pray that the Holy Spirit will lead them towards salvation and redemption. Thank you for your service to God for which you were called. Each of us use our God given talents in all manner of ways. It is such a blessing to bring souls to Christ and enjoy seeing them and their company for an eternity. Many blessings to you and your wife!

[@felipenavarro965]

congrats! the best part : the cat XD

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

The cat adopted me, I think.

[@manuelocampo5858]

God bless!

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Amen, brother!

[@RussellJLed]

I’m having the same problem. But with both rear windows. Can’t figure out how to get the panels off back there!

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Yours is a four door? I have a video of me removing the panels on a hatchback VW Beetle, if that helps. I had to fix the fuel tank lid actuator.

[@mommyandbaby.online]

Amennnn!!!

[@KimberlyOurlian]

thankyou, mine is slipping but i did get the window all the way up. do you think it just needs to be tightened at the access holes?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Slipping? You mean slipping off of the clamps that pull the window down and push it back up? If yes, then yes... you will have to tighten those clamps at the access hole while the window is down a few inches (this lines up the access holes with the bolt you have to tighten). Best of luck and thanks for stopping by.

[@HenryMakMadi]

I found your video for installing vw beetle power window regulator is one of the best. I am going to diy by myself for my wife's toy 2002 vw beetle that the passenger side widow close only halfway. I have ordered a set of window regulator from amazon with metal cables mounted in the metal bars. As I understood that the original metal bars were riveted (not bolted in as the new one), My question is: is that better to keep the old metal running bars and re-install the metal cables? If doing so, will it be easy to tight the cables back and hold on it? If I replace it with the new set, how can I drill out the rivets the easy way without damage the metal running bars and the panel. You didn't show on your video. Looking for your reply. Thank you.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Use a drill that is just big enough to drill the center out of the rivet. I think the instructions will even give you the size drill bit you need. Don't worry. They provide bolts to replace the rivets. It is not really that bad. Good on you for DIY!

[@HenryMakMadi]

@@HelicoolsHelipad Thank you for your quick reply. I am going to diy when I get my parts. Thanks again. Have a wonderful summer to you.

[@HenryMakMadi]

@@HelicoolsHelipad Hi Dave, I got the window regulator and tried to install and replace the broken one. After I removed the inside cover, I tried very hard to see if I could reach the clamps on both sides that hold the glass. Unfortunately, the window was only halfway close, no way I could reach or see the clamps. I did try to take the motor out and tried to pull the glass up by force but no luck. Can you tell me what is the best way to manually move the glass up ( not breaking it) untill I can see the sclamps to loose it. Thanks.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

With the motor out? Gently, but firmly pull the glass up the door channel. If this does not work, reinstall the motor, and control switch… run the window up, short bursts until the clamps are visible in the circular”windows” on the inside of the door.

[@RealWorldNailsLuvNailz]

My daughter just got a 2007 beetle and the passenger side window works, but only can be controlled by the driver. What would you suggest are the parts I need to get to repair that problem? Or is it likely a loose wire to the controller?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Check to see if there is a "lock out" switch on the driver's side. This is so that dogs or children that inadvertently press the window button, and prevents the window from working from the passenger side. Otherwise, it may be a bad window switch on the passenger side.

[@eklypised]

My dad just bought one. His window wouldnt go all the way up so they sent it to a dealership. They put a new one in but its still a small spot at the front on the down slope that air is coming in. You can barley see it. How would we go about getting that fixed?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

It is hard to tell without a few photos, but perhaps the rubber gasket is not installed correctly? That would be my guess. It could also be that the clamp that holds the bottom of the window needs adjusting... that is common as well.

[@RockwellAIM65]

Question: What if you have this problem happen: Reinstall goes ok. Passenger window works from the left side control, but not the right side control. Disassemble panel and replace right window switch. Passenger window STILL works from the left side control, but not the right side control. Reset window electrics with key holding it left and right to make them go down and up again. Got into car. Again, passenger window works from the left side control, but not the right side control. Checked electronics. I can hear a sound at the motor when exercising the NEW window switch on the passenger side. So I know power is getting there. Is the controller bad in the motor?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

I would replace the passenger side controller. I had same issue with another NB that I still own.

[@coachgeo]

hmm.... I have a spare car too. For a later date.... instead of pulling track, cable and the works off that interior panel..... could you just have swapped that whole network into other car (assuming itis same side door)?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Absolutly, you can. You will have to drill out the rivets and replace them with bolt, lock washer, and nut.

[@badbadbob1]

Did you get it all back together before you found out your forgot the lock rod? JB- weld repair 9,832 and counting.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

In the end, it was fixed. What’s more important than that? lol

[@coachgeo]

Dave my passenger side just went to dust.. I honestly don't want to fully repair... just want to put the window up and block it forever up (its a spare car). You have a suggestion on how to hold the window up.... or will it stay up once raised?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Block it up? Welllll… Sikaflex in the upper window channel.

[@coachgeo]

@@HelicoolsHelipad hmm.. welll I'd likely want to repair at some point future.. and sounds like sikaflex-ing would prevent that??

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

@@coachgeo you said permanently, right. Yeah, Sikaflex would make fixing it very difficult. 😂

[@aronsuren4781]

Great Quality "Made in Mexico"

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Better than some other places I can think of. And, it is still working to this day. So, I can still give it a thumbs up. The design is better than the original part made in Germany...

[@def-supreme5409]

you should have changed out that old speaker....

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

That is for another time. I have a parts bug, now. Blown engine, but lots of parts like an extra speaker. Not that I listen to music very often in the car, but to each there own.

[@maxmcgloin]

Any idea what a mechanic would charge for this kind of repair?

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

No idea. But why would you want to, when it is so easy to just do it yourself and save the cash?

[@c19rebelmax52]

I have a 1999 Beetle- manual. both windows will just automatically roll down once i park the car.i got tired of it and i converted the driver side window into a manual window instead of electrical. driver side window still electric and I still have the same problem. 06/2022

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

That is a controller problem. I am guessing, but I think if you change the control switch on the driver's door, this will fix the issue. Maybe it got water on it and is causing the problem.

[@the4thj]

2 years good luck! I'm on my fourth one, pile of sht car.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Cheap plastic parts... There should be a recall on this garbage for metal parts. I love the car, though. Doesn't look cool but it drives like a sports car (kinda).

[@UMCPastorMNM]

German plastic. It's the worst. Every part that's plastic on my bug has broken at one time or the other. Even the glovebox. Who uses the glove box???

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Yep. My glove box is broken, too. Lots of cheap plastic. I just like driving the bug. It is low to the road, corners great, and my TDI gets 45 MPG. I'm pretty pleased with it.

[@c19rebelmax52]

I will never buy a beetle or any VW. they are a lot of problem.

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

Well.... they are easy to work on, and once you knock the neglect out of them, they drive nice. Fuel efficient, too! But, to each their own.

[@c19rebelmax52]

@@HelicoolsHelipad - I did put a new radiator on my 1999 beetle. I had to remove the entire bumper .

[@italiangirl2440]

Damn this is a little bit too technical for a girl, I bet it's going to cost me a pretty penny to take it to Volkswagen and have it fixed 🫤

[@HelicoolsHelipad]

It's not really that bad. If you want to order a new set up, do that over the repair. Just make sure your clips are metal and not plastic. You can find them on Amazon.