Window Regulator & Motor Replacement - Acura TL

[@peterspier6599]

Wish all vids were like this. Straight forward, no bullshit video. Nice work.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@donjohnson3701]

Excellent video instruction! It was very clear and gave me the confidence to tackle the job. I replaced the regulator assembly in a fraction of the time it would have taken me without your video. A hearty thank you for sharing your skill!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped and great job!

[@stuntmanmike8025]

Thank you! After dreading this and putting this off for well over a month, I finally installed the regulator and motor in under 30 mins!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Nice work! Glad it all worked out! Not as dreadful as you expected?

[@stuntmanmike8025]

@@hardlymovingpro Easier than it was to do the same job in my other vehicle!

[@4nik8]

People like you restore my faith in humanity!The people wearing a mask and blue gloves alone in their car, crush my faith in humans. Your DIY has saved so many people time money and hassle!! My Cable snapped this morning and the most pain in the ass thing was driving 30 min and back to the parts store! Thanks so much bud!!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped you out and thanks for your support!

[@danwoodward1527]

I try to give people wearing masks in their cars the benefit of the doubt. Like maybe they had Taco Bell and still have 20 minutes left in the commute. One of those “thunder before the lightning”situations if you know what I mean.

[@wesleyworman2168]

This is a great video. I couldn't exactly take my window apart like the video. However, without the video I wouldn't have got the window and motor out at all. Thanks for posting it.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad the video helped you out!

[@danwoodward1527]

Thank you for the video. My front passenger went out on my 06 TL. And I mean it really broke. Cables and parts all over in the door when I got in there. Got the part on Amazon for 60 bucks. Dealer wanted 500 part and labor. The only thing on this after market part is the auto up and auto down (one click feature) doesn’t work but that’s no biggie to me. It rolls all the way up and down just fine now. Thanks again your simple video, gave me the confidence to go for it and was about 35 minute job for me. 😊

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you and thanks for sharing your story!

[@isis278]

I too was able to replace my window regulator because of this excellent video, thank you so much!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Great to hear and thanks for sharing!

[@sipthewater]

Very good. Works for my 2002 MDX Touring much the same. Your video helped me do it easily. Thank you. I made an "S" hook to raise the window all the way up and hang it from the top inside door metal skin.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped!

[@LexusLabo]

Thanks for your help! I did it on the driver side front of my friends 08 TL in no time! Detailed video !

[@hardlymovingpro]

Nice work!

[@gripthebars1513]

Thanks for the video! Just got a tl from the auction.went to replace the regulator and no bolts or anything there door wouldn't even open from the inside. Thanks for the step by step guide!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you and thanks for your post!

[@petermendisaval2059]

Man this was helpfull, i could close my window with a broken mechanism in a rainy day in about 30 min. Now I can wait till weekend to do the whole job with my indoor dry. Thank you!!!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped! Here's a way to keep the window temporarily up with the regulator removed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHbXi4mDebd7aMU

[@miteshvaidya9248]

This video helped me on my TSX. For the 2 bolts holding the regular to the window- my window was stuck in the “up” position so i had to force my hand in 1) from the right side by the regulator and locks, and 2) from the left side the other bolt from the other side near the window motor itself. A tiny 10mm open ended wrench did the trick for me, but I did cut up my hands in the process.

[@hardlymovingpro]

In the future, with the stuck "up" position, remove all the window regulator mounting bolts, push the regulator away from the door which will drop the window glass down and give you access to the 2 window mount bolts.

[@miteshvaidya9248]

@@hardlymovingpro noted! I am just glad it will be pretty straightforward to put the new regular/motor assembly in. I went ahead and removed the glass and will get a helper to help me put it back in. Keep up the great content!

[@f3arl3sscountdowns81]

I’m a female w acrylic nails on but I feel confident that I can do this. I already took the panel off bcuz I need a quick fix for now until I can get the regulator. Thank you for this video!!!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for your post and comments! You can still take out the regulator and keep the window up. Here's the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHbXi4mDebd7aMU

[@Galaxystars354]

Very nice work Easy to understand. Thanks for the video... Best I've ever seen on anything. Wish you made more on other diy projects.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Have Around 260 videos published.

[@TheVastoLordes]

A real God send. Thank you so much! Got it all replaced thanks to you

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped!

[@Tpatt3190]

Thank you!! 20 minutes thanks to this video.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped!

[@i.am.mandi747]

This is helping me greatly ! ..& saving me a ton of $.. Just wanted to mention that there is a 4th screw to remove right under the door handle in order to get the panel off . I have an '08 TL

[@hardlymovingpro]

Great news and thanks for your post!

[@i.am.mandi747]

1st one is DONE ! 🙌 God is good ☺️ I should have the 2nd one this Friday .

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you!

[@LGAussie]

Kudos for ppl who can remember these steps and attempt it. I’d be too afraid I’d get stuck at some point, and the window not go back easily or correctly. I’ll stick to the tape solution for now. 😂😂👍

[@hardlymovingpro]

Not that hard of a repair

[@UncompressedWAVmusic]

Amazing speed of the repair, thank you.

[@hardlymovingpro]

You're welcome!

[@la1negrita]

Thanks this help immensely. I replace the window regulador the only difference was that i left the window in. 🙂thanks again.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you and glad it all worked out!

[@loudonbands6296]

Tip from the top... you don't need to remove the entire door panel, or the entire vapor seal. Remove only the right, left and top of the seal. Remove only the latch cable and the motor connector. Let the panel droop at about a 60 degree angle. Remove one gray connector when sliding out the crossbar. Work around the rest. This is a 2 beer flat rate job. :)

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good to know.

[@rrodriguez0085]

Thank you. Was able to get it done with your instructions

[@hardlymovingpro]

Excellent! Glad it helped!

[@lineartechbd1600]

I found out that you can buy around 25 of those white clips that hold that cable onto the inside door handle for like 4 bucks on ebay with free shipping. They are shipped from China so it might take a couple of weeks. They tend to break so it might be a good idea to have some on hand. I just did my regulator a week ago.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Hey ... good to know. Worked on some Honda's that had the cable disconnected at the clip point. But in this video, the cable was toast along with the motor.

[@keithforbis4795]

A big help, thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@JavierGarcia-xl6od]

Great video I was able to save some $$$$$. Thanks

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you!

[@karmathebrit7856]

Quick question, just wondered if you needed to remove the wiring harness @4:39? Is there any other reason than access? Figured when I do this I'd be able to just leave that attached and feed the regulator through, being careful not to trap the harness or something like that.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good question. I detached the harness so that I could attach the window regulator lead to the door panel window switch without having to move the door panel close to the door.

[@MrRageHumor]

Sweet, video! Thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad you liked it!

[@GenXGamer77]

Very helpful! Thanks you

[@ma7673]

This helped. Thanks!!

[@bbarrera865]

got mine changed out thank you very much but i can’t get my window going up all the way on auto and it goes up slow

[@bbarrera865]

did i do something wrong

[@hardlymovingpro]

Aftermarket replacement motors may not be as strong as OEM and you should clean and lubricate the rubber window side channels. That would result in less friction pressure for the motor to overcome.

[@blackdog33032]

Thank you for your video! Any thoughts on where to buy the black rubber channel stripping where the glass touches when it comes out from the door going up ? The dealership wanted close to 200 bucks , thanks in advance

[@hardlymovingpro]

That's a unique part. Couldn't advise where to get it.

[@ianwilder9151]

Will this work for a base 08 tl because the motor still works but i think the regulator fell out of mine and is the regulator what holds the window?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes it should work and the regulator holds the window.

[@jesselle_]

I see you replace the regulator but at what point did you also replace the motor? I can’t find it. Is it just sitting inside the panel?

[@hardlymovingpro]

The motor is attached at the end of the two cables.

[@tannergray28]

So when I roll up the window after replacing it, it goes up and then back down about 2 inches. It is installed in the correct position and I verified that it’s not trying to push the window up any higher. Do you know what could be wrong?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Had a similar problem with a VW. Turned out to be a issue with the aftermarket regulator motor. The customer said it was okay to live with the problem.

[@RodOneThree]

Hello. I have a 03 Acura TL type s and having issues with the driver side window. There’s a constant noise going on even when I turn the engine off and the window will not go up or down, randomly happened. Idk anything about the fuses, etc.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Probably the cable connection point to the window motor is barely hanging on. You'll need to remove the door panel to see what's going on.

[@RodOneThree]

@@hardlymovingpro I removed the fuse (40A) and reinserted it and the stalling noise has stopped. Will try removing the door panel

[@RodOneThree]

@@hardlymovingpro hi again. So these mechanics I brought it too fixed the window with the motor assembly device but my auto function is no longer working. I replaced the fuse (40A) prior but not sure that did anything. Any idea how I can get it back working? This is upsetting, more so because they’re charging $250 for this fix

[@hardlymovingpro]

the replacement part isn't OEM so I'd assume it's missing that function.

[@RodOneThree]

@@hardlymovingpro yep. Which is what I was just told. I think that’s the only piece available for my model. What is oem?

[@captinbeyond]

Wonder why the motor was laying down in the door like that? I could see motors wearing out, but not breaking off and damaged like that....unless it was in a wreck and not ever repaired?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Seeing is believing.

[@stuntmanmike8025]

Mine looked like it exploded!

[@pvasicc209]

Thank you for taking the time. Does it matter which brand? Theres 3 different brand on rockauto. Thank u

[@hardlymovingpro]

I like Dorman if you're willing to pay a little more. Their quality, reliability and longevity is consistent. No name brands can be a little risky. I've provided product links in the "Show More" section of this video. Good luck!

[@sweetgirl2456789]

Hello I have a 2011 Acura TL and from the drivers window switch I am unable to control the passenger window however it works when I go to the passenger side. All the other windows work appropriately from the switch, just not the passenger window. Could it be a blown fuse or a faulty sub-wire?

[@hardlymovingpro]

More than likely the driver's side control switch is bad.

[@captinbeyond]

I have a similar problem, where I can control other windows from the drivers side but not the window for the drivers side. Wished there was a video on that

[@Fnnylou03]

Do you need the honda computer reader to fix the auto one touch programmed in? Need to do this to my passenger window but I'm hesitant because this seems to be a common issue with Dorman. Thanks, great video by the way.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Don't think so. If the one touch doesn't work, it's a problem with the new motor's integrated electronics. I'd do a warranty claim and get a new one, IMHO.

[@Fnnylou03]

So there are other types of window motor and regulator assembly brands is Dorman the best aftermarket for this make and model?

[@hardlymovingpro]

@@Fnnylou03 There's World Power Systems, Ultra-Power, ACI & SKP brands. Surprised the Dorman didn't work out for you ... unless it's a Chinese clone product. You can call Dorman and ask if there's a way to tell if it's actually Dorman or a clone.

[@Fnnylou03]

Thanks I appreciate all the help and other brands. I'll give Dorman another shot, I got it at orileys auto parts. Thanks again.

[@kunalkishan9411]

How did you reattach the vapor barrier?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Use duct tape

[@j.c.pimentel4293]

would this work on any acura? like the tsx 2005?

[@hardlymovingpro]

The design should be close or virtually identical.

[@nikovandh]

I said "and we're done!" at the end because I knew it was coming ;D

[@hardlymovingpro]

That's how we respond to customers yell'n "Git'er done!"

[@Joe-ff6tk]

thx

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@JohnDoe-vf7wk]

you didn't who how you disconnected that assembly from the motor!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Because you can't!

[@zacharyjohnston6136]

Hey, I replaced my driver side window regulator the other day, i didn't have power in my car because short story don't ever boost anyone's car they are selfish and dumb and will fry your tiny expensive electronics, and if forgot to unplug my battery. So the next day i started driving, window worked except for the auto feature( you know you hit the button once fully does the window up). When i hit the button than remove my finger it goes up hits the top than comes back down 2 inches however holding the button works. Any idea the quick fix? I'm assuming the unit sits too high maybe by 1/8" and when it hits the top for safety measures drops back down thinking an object is in the way or something of that sort

[@hardlymovingpro]

Had a similar problem a while ago with another car. Turned out the be the replacement window regulator motor. The motor had sensors that weren't working properly. Hope this helps.

[@zacharyjohnston6136]

@@hardlymovingpro interesting i will contact my parts people and see about getting a new one thank you.