Window Motor Replacement 95 Chevy Silverado

In this video I will take you from start to finish. The whole process of the window motor replacement, from door panel removal to regulator disassembly to installation, is outlined in the video. This video is rather long so I'll have it broken up into three parts here soon so you don't have to watch it all in one sitting. I'll have links soon.
Note: this procedure is probably applicable to a wide range of GM pick ups. So if you don't have a Silverado, you may still be in luck.
Also, I know I've said it in the video, but be careful and do this at your own risk. Though I've done my best to warn you of all possible "misfortunes" that you may experience while doing this repair, there is undoubtedly something that could go wrong that I could not predict. Keep a clear and alert mind when repairing your vehicle.
On securing the regulator while removing the window motor and installing the window motor: You may or may not be as fortunate as I when doing this. I was lucky enough to have a hole in the gear and a hole in the window motor that lined up that would receive a locking pin. If things are not aligned as shown in the video then you may have to find another way to secure the regulator so that it does not "get away" from you.... Some other ways that may work, note I've not tried this, are strapping the gear in place to the regulator with a strap strong enough to handle the pressure, or using channel locks to hold the gear in position....... (sorry I don't have a video showing how to do this and my writing skills aren't such that I could instruct you on how to do this using alternative methods here in the description)
!!!!WARNING!!!!
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I created this video with the KZbin Video Editor ( / editor )

[@nievessalinas3266]

Great video, however i would just buy the regulator with the motor. Replace both and less work by not having to remove the motor itself. I paid 40 bucks for both and worked like a charm. Did use your video and helped allot taking it apart and assembling door panel.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad the video helped and thanks for sharing!

[@jdinnis]

Great video, thanks so much for posting this. Like others I had a window stuck in the up position and this video was the only one I found that showed how to deal with it. I decided to just replace the whole regulator assembly, it was quite a bit more expensive than just the motor, but after seeing you flight that spring in the regulator, I decided to just spend the extra cash and save myself a little work. For guys on a tight budget, doing just the motor is a good option. One thing that will help is a bench vise to hold the bracket and a couple c-clamps to lock it off in a given position while you work.

[@johntraeger5377]

Thank you for posting this great video. The struggles to fix my 98 Yukon driver door window were real. This very patient and well illustrated video enabled me to successfully complete the job. Thank you!

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad to help!

[@RoyFlores-qj5ir]

Best video!!! I would mention to the new guys to tape up the rods out of the way. So if you do it alone you don't have to fight them. This was my first time doing this alone so a little tape will be the extra hand you can also tape the glass in any position you need it in. By far this is the best video. Thank You

[@nillamillions]

Thank you so much for this video. ...I had to replace the motor and regulator on my 1996 Silverado drivers door. The window was stuck in the up position...same as yours was. You dealt with that problem in a very useful manner. Your camera angles got into the tight spots, behind the panels, showing the electrical connections, etc. making the video easy to follow. One idea you might want to share, I placed a small piece of plywood under the window to hold it in position until the rollers could be engaged (Unfortunately, I left the block in the door...seems to be ok at the moment.) I kept going back over and over to your video until I finished the job...Thanks again for a job well done.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

No problem

[@davegetliberalsout]

You might be able to secure the window from falling by using painters tape. Run several bands of it starting on one side than go over the top of the door to the other side. It worked for me.

[@powerplus101]

You rock man! I had the same problem and you saved me huge troubles.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Awesome

[@joelquaintance9025]

Excellent tutorial. I need to replace my motor, but after seeing how challenging it was for you I have decided to let an expert do the job. Even so, nice job & really good information and help.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad to help

[@anngeeburns82]

Seriously i want to thank you for making this video! I followed almost step by step and you really helped me! I got my window motor replaced AND changed out my door handle inside while i was at it!! First time i ever did that so thanks so much!!

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Oh that’s great! This makes it worth it! Thank you.

[@MisterSallier]

This is priceless information I am about to change my window Sunday and I am going to do the same thing watch this video step-by-step very informative and we appreciate you so much from publishing it thank you

[@manglermalachi8080]

You did call yourself out when you didn't use your safest work practices. And there were a couple times where your written commentary was not up long enough for me to read, but that's what pause and rewind are for. Yours is one of, if not the best video available on how to do this job, and I am very appreciative of your efforts.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Thanks a lot! I really appreciate it.

[@jaywhite337]

That was the best video on KZbin showing how to do this job. Thanks very much! I've watched it twice now and am ordering the parts today. I had a couple tense moments watching you put your fingers through the regulator web but get that it's dangerous. I had no idea there was a spring in there and would have killed my jeweler career .if I hadn't watched. Good tutorial; much better that the A1 parts....

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Thank you! And I’m here if you need.

[@rafaelaguilar5967]

Very thorough explanation. Great job!!

[@paulmosher2013]

Very awesome and detailed video! Thank you, great help

[@user-jq1zy3wb1m]

Doing same job on my 92 GMC. I thank you for your great video. Repair seemed intimidating till I watched how you got it done. I feel better now afterwards. Glad yours came out well. Here goes nothing. 🔧🔩

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Good luck!

[@brob9995]

Very useful, funny how you don't use the right tools when mentioning we should use them...well done, that's the way it goes

[@gio_del_3008]

Thank you for your video very detailed and good way for me to understand and it was easy to do thank you

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DaveBooth-qs7sw]

As a precaution I was advised to spray the door locking system with WD40 as the mechanism drys out over time & it gets no lubrication throughout its lifetime! I did this to mine & everything works so much easier!

[@ryanfromthecarwash]

Just a quick reminder that this video still helps people. Saved me $60 vs the motor+regulator assembly. For what I saved, I could replace the other side if it ever needed it.

[@gman3810]

Awesome video! I have to do the same thing too! Thanks for the vid!

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

No problem

[@x_real_wit_it_x7605]

What’s size bolts fit where the rivets were

[@matthewholom8440]

What size bolts and nuts did you use

[@jmacedrummer83]

Great video! I have to change the motor on my 96. How did you get the bolts you’re using to reinstall? Did it come on a kit or something or did you just go to the hardware store? My window motor didn’t come with any bolts

[@mikemitchell7575]

Thank you...very helpful...

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robertoc.500]

thank you for your video

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

No problem

[@markwatson5808]

Just one question that black panel. Where do I find one to buy because mine is all missed up

[@curtisjackson9145]

very helpful! thank you

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Not a problem

[@arlynnmast8790]

I just finished this fix on my pickup: window regulator/motor and door handle. Only problem is the window wants to pitch forward when going up. Is there a track that I missed getting the window in?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Its possible. You may have to take the panel back off and inspect your work.

[@gabrielaguilera4279]

What size bolts?

[@markfulco5387]

I screwed mine onto a 2x4 after it slipped and caught the tip of my left hand ring finger . Listen to him when he said this is very dangerous .

[@Whoiamok]

I have a 96 Chevy Silverado. The motor and regulator is sold as one part. You do not put the new motor on the old regulator.

[@rickamador719]

Good video same process for a 98. Folks

[@brucemccormick8635]

How is the spring positioned?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Was this not shown in the video. If not it may be the other video I made on this.

[@SafuezLOL]

I suppose it’s common for the window motors to go out cause my driver went out

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

It happens

[@brianwilless1589]

Couldn't a guy just pop in the new motor and not the worm drive assembly as well?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

I would not suggest it. It would still need to be secured so that it doesn't turn a leg or an arm into chop suey.

[@gsmera]

I should have watched the entire video, that thing unsprung and broke my hand

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

For real?! I had a coworker break his arm by one. For real.

[@MrBadKarhma]

If your window, like mine, was stuck in the up position, I made a quick video to help you get the inner panel and regulator out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-qY2lojqeUqtk

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

That's the spirit!

[@brandoncoffyn8024]

All this for a damn window motor really.