How To Replace BMW E46 Rear Window Regulator

This video goes over the process for replacing a rear window regulator on a BMW e46 sedan. We replaced the regulator assembly with the motor as well. The process is similar for both left and right sides. The link to the regulator I used is down below:
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[@ShopLifeTV]

Hope this video helps you save some $$ The regulator that I used: amzn.to/2vQ8rrg The FRONT regulator DIY: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWaomB_e7WYhJI

[@rogerolson2252]

Great video, just replaced my left rear regulator. You and 50skid keep my E46 running.

[@ShopLifeTV]

glad it helped Roger

[@juanaguiler8916]

Bro same

[@gordyjones4023]

Fantastic videos. I used 3 or 4 of yours now. Couldn't have done it without you. Saved at least $1500 in repair labor for my E46 BMW Thank you and keep it up

[@briangriggs]

Just finished my back regulator. Your instructions are very clear and saves time and headaches. Thank you.

[@obiwan2143]

Agree bro

[@boscomoroz326]

Anyone who owns older cars will run into this issue. Had to do my ford explorer, my front 330i ZHP, and now the rear of ZHP. It lets you realize how week the remaining motors are after watching this window go up at lightning speed. $42 with motor, 20 minute job. Definitely get one with motor. As per usual, found the 2 halves of broken plastic gear in bottom of door. Definitely check bottom of door for anything before you button it up, you don't want a hidden door rattle. Thanks for the fantastic step by step with tool sizes. The time you took helped a lot of folks. The tips on the fragile parts and starting points were excellent.

[@zmanwithfire]

I've done both of my fronts, but none of the backs yet. Thanks for putting together this video for us!

[@Dalisolungu]

Just got an E46 that needs heaps of work. Your content is super helpful. Keep up the great work

[@JMUDoc]

Jason is always the top result for E46 video searches. And I wouldn't have it any other way😁

[@ShopLifeTV]

Lol thanks man!

[@edgfrance]

This is my second repair for me assisted by your videos on my e46. big thanks!

[@charlesschuster7963]

Notice he's using a wobble joint socket extension, these are really handy and should have been mentioned. only thing I'd add is that when you reinstall the 8mm bolt holding the regulator to the window (9:10 or so), put a piece of paper over your socket and jam the bolt onto the socket. It will hold the bolt well enough to get it started in the nut threads. Then you don't have to think about where to get a bit of tape, needlenose pliers or other whatnot, and still have a free hand. The bit of paper trick has saved my bacon numerous times.

[@PracticalPython1]

Genuinely love this guy. You've done so much for this community. Keep it up!

[@early20rager96]

Awesome video man, first time ever working on my car and you made it real easy to do

[@renragged]

This is the exact one I need to replace in my wife's car soon. Thanks for sharing!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Awesome! Thanks for watching

[@isingh9670]

Nice one bro... Been watching you for a while now.. great content Respect from UK.

[@MS-vk2jp]

Thank you so much! Second video of yours ive used and saved me $800 thus far. Much appreciated. Merry Christmas.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@krackNsmackk]

Great video , my job went smooth as butter after watching this

[@mithunLOL]

So clear and to the point! Thanks again Ankur. Something I noted that was missed was that the vapor cover should be aligned with the holes for the torx screws, when putting it back in. There are 5 in total.

[@tjacero23]

This dude explained it crystal clear ! New sub

[@ShopLifeTV]

always nice to know it helped! thank you!

[@billbrasier9521]

Good vid. Helped me get the job done. My window was jammed and immobile and blew fuse if you activated the switch. Tip to others with this issue - cut the regulator cable.

[@milori21]

My BMW 328i 2009 window regulator had no screw hold the glass. Great video. I was able to replace mine. Thanks , I am a woman,ya

[@idokwatcher2062]

Just to be safe (and not introduce water leaks to the cabin) can use hair dryer to heat up butil a little bit, makes it stickier.

[@ShopLifeTV]

That’s a good tip! Thanks for sharing

[@kentevebaugh1230]

Thank You my friend! Very informative and to the point. I will order my regulator and do it myself. A lot cheaper than taking it to the dealership.I look forward to watching more of your videos. I have a 2001 330xi with a 5 speed manual transmission. LOVE IT! I think it’s the best car I have owned. Very dependable!

[@superdoc177]

I have a 2001, too! This was incredibly helpful. How did he do all that without having his own video to watch?! 😆

[@ironnerd8336]

Thanks, not many rear door regulator diys. And yup you are in the Carolina's... I'm freezing but something is biting me. You have saved me so much money.

[@NerdEpix]

Just did my window regulator the other day by watching this tutorial. Great DIY content and keep the vids coming!

[@thatblackg8981]

Was it hard to do?

[@matthewaxtell9783]

Easy to follow video. Saved me a trip to the mechanic. Thanks!

[@jauzihassan242]

My left rear window fail just now 🤦🏻.. this video help a lot. Thanks bruhh...

[@Nico_335i_DCT]

Nice and clean explanation, as usual. Keep it up guys!

[@rizbaldovino3444]

Very informative, great video. new subscriber here. my rear window regulator on my 2003 BMW 330i just went out. I found you on youtube just by typing BMW widow regulator. keep putting out great video.

[@flava4u523]

Miss these vids hope you guys can get back to it quick.

[@brbhave2p00p4]

LOL my rear window started to fail today, when almost down the window falls rather than going down. On the facelift they didn’t improve it from factory

[@janadamec5002]

Many thanks for this video, it´s very helpful. It´s waiting for me on the left rear doors at E46, so now i know what to do. Thank you so much and have a nice Christmas!

[@586101]

Very nice video - thanks! I would like to request a tutorial on A, B, and C Pillar installs when you get settled/have time. I know that there have been some videos out there, but yours are the best. Keep up the great work!

[@TSIXGaming]

excellent guide ill try this tomorrow!

[@bamidelekoledoye1161]

Waoooh. I have been looking for this video. Thanks alot. I have to go and try this first on my car. I will get back to you.

[@trackhoppr]

Thanks, exactly what I needed!

[@MS-lv1pw]

Thanks for the video and I just ordered the part from your Amazon link to support your efforts. Well done!

[@michaelbrady3721]

Perfect video. Great job, and thank you

[@SamuelCroin]

The shop is back!

[@CoisasdeMacho]

Thank you so much for sharing and help, very helpful

[@tubekanava603]

Hi! What could cause my bmw e46 320d m47n touring to jerks? It jerks Only when the engine is cold while driving...? Rpm goes up And down for a good while... Until the engine is warm and then it stops bouncing..

[@mrjv750li]

Finland 2017 message him through Instagram

[@joemenchaca11]

You make it look so easy to put on i couldn't have the patience to do that

[@rock9Tray]

Please do a video of your run ins with stripped bolts or screws in tight places of e46s. Been running into a lot of these.

[@ShopLifeTV]

good idea!

[@bsouza1675]

Your move was hard but things will smooth out. Keep going.....Great job👌

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man!

[@bacleted]

Great video bro! You did a great job explaining everting your were doing. Thank you!

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you for this video. Always fun watching you

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man!

[@copper1514]

Thank you. Helped so much. 💪🙂🙂

[@josephfultz9708]

Great video but what do u do if the lil red clip falls out and u don't know which way it was facing or how to put it back in

[@scottbrown8256]

absolutely awesome!...thanks so much!

[@autotech1467]

Welcome back to the cold! Winter was mild this year here in Richmond.

[@terencejay8845]

Just what I needed, thanks. Mine failed after sitting there for months. Three were fine, the rear left said 'Nope.' I was expecting a costly part, but in the UK you can get a new mechanism, minus motor for around £12/$16. Not worth messing with a repair kit.

[@branchesofYAH]

Very detailed video thank you.

[@-jozsef8275]

Thanks for the video mate, helped me solve the problem my drunk buddy did

[@1tom35]

Great video, thank you!

[@keithmaly904]

Hugely helpful. Thank you for this great video.

[@louislewis1169]

Thanks bro for this video. 😎🤜🏼

[@CarlosGarcia-barrioelcarmen]

Thanks a bunch for the video You are an awesome instructor, but I need yo know if there is a way to fix the regulator without having to buy another one, if not then I'll have to get a new one, but in the mean time i need to know.

[@bengonzalez5673]

We miss you in Cali

[@bhags59]

Great video dude! Mine are all functional right now thank the lort but it’s only a matter of time 😂 love you work bro. Do you have a video on fixing the parking spot for the windshield wipers? I have an e46 325xi. Thanks!

[@mitchdriver3875]

Was just doing this repair and stripped the bolt in the regulator opening attached to the window. any ideas>?

[@elypie1965]

Perfect, thank you.

[@frankybaez1737]

Thanks bro ima gonna hopefully try this out and see if it works 🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@chriscollett9276]

Great job instructing on this repair.

[@quincynelson6275]

I did it. Great video and guide

[@mikep.2718]

Thank you, your instructions worked perfectly

[@ShopLifeTV]

Great to hear!

[@apodski]

I tried three different amazon door panel clips. The autex were the only ones that held consistently.

[@manuelcalvillo4660]

Great video and information, I have a window that I need to repair and it just so happens it is the same one on my car.

[@ricardobellido6923]

Hi ,and thanks for u video ,but I want to ask if my red plastics is broke what I can do ?? Thanks 👍 again

[@matmanpromotions6457]

just use wide masking tape two or three times up and over the inside of the glass to the outside. that holds it up fine.

[@veganwally]

Thank you.

[@kouroshtashvishi5031]

Can you do a video on putting in a new full suspension set up

[@__Jesus_is_God__]

Ive been putting this off for a year lol. Same window too

[@xxevvn2877]

50darknight same

[@User1O5]

Same all 4 windows

[@phiz4842]

@@User1O5 gang shit, Must be fun not being able to roll down any windows

[@PrakashRandhawa]

Many Thanks Sir 🙏🏼

[@jviews1]

very very good. thank you

[@bash-wy1zu]

thanks jason you’re a beast

[@spatel3418]

Great video! I have 328i BMW 2000. Have rear driver side window issue. I had lowered window two days ago. I tried to move up it it went up some but would not completely close. It makes some noise when tried to operate with switch. But it leaves about an inch open would not close completely. What could be issue? If motor is not working or glass is stuck or misaligned? How to fix the issue? I bought whole assembly with motor. Planning to work on it tomorrow. Any guidance? Thanks

[@lawsonstallings1955]

Well done.

[@oscarlamata5180]

One question...did you buy...the complete system (guide-electric motor..etc)?.. thanks

[@NM-gx5or]

This is very helpful thanks champ

[@dannehhhvids]

Life saver thank you man!!

[@someguy2312]

Thank you sir

[@grahamclayclay360]

Like your adds but it just what I needed my same side back has gone 😭

[@anwarmurad3439]

please make a tutorial on how to replace tailgate on the wagon with all the wiring

[@gduncanson]

that was great, thanks.

[@lawsonstallings1955]

Excellent!

[@tonyivanov1487]

Nice video, very detailed and to the point 👍 I was wondering if the front passenger and rear passenger window motor are the same? 04 330i sedan

[@leonolazco9090]

Hey man good video like always can you probably make a video how to fix passenger mirror mine stop working please and thank you

[@mihaipodut1415]

Great! I will start now! Thanks a lot! :D

[@rock9Tray]

Can you do a video of when you run into stripped screws or bolts.

[@saiffyzy]

More E46 Videos please

[@samdlugach]

Great concise video. Well done!

[@ZurRka]

Bro thank you alot

[@jesse550]

I have a problem with my 2008 535i the passages front window switch will not roll window up it only works to roll window down what is faulty is it the window switch? Thanks!!

[@Mang046]

What may possibly be wrong if you replace this and the window still doesn’t move??

[@SMRo7]

Love your videos, thanks.

[@Zenkipanki]

I did this but my window doesn’t roll up all the way. There’s a tiny gap at the top, any ideas?

[@mauricioruiz9555]

How can I pick the Window back up if I haven't gotten the Motor yet. I'm trying to pick the Window back up at least until I can get the Window regulator.

[@Mythslucky]

I’m trying to take one off from a pick a part, I dont have power to the window , how can I lower the window to get the the window bolt:(?

[@ibolmo]

@ShopLifeTV my E46's trim at the door is broken. I believe they are the rain gutters for the doors. The clips broke/missing, and I'm having trouble figuring out how to fix it as it doesn't happen again. Any advice?

[@coachtkaufmann]

Thank you. Well done!

[@israeldeleon37]

Hi there! Is there a possibility you will accidentally break the glass by not installing it properly the regulator?