The advantage of an electric window regulator is huge compared to manual window regulators. However, it has the disadvantage of being much more complicated in terms of repairs. In addition, it is not always easy to determine precisely the cause of the failure. Here we will see how to replace the electric window of an iveco daily . But before you start, you need to be sure you understand where the problem is coming from. Let's be clear, it is sometimes unnecessary to change the entire window regulator, a simple small repair will sometimes suffice. Whether it concerns a false contact, or only a lack of lubrication. Now that you're sure what's causing the problem, let's get down to the nitty-gritty.
How to replace an iveco daily window regulator
It takes a long time to change a window regulator. Depending on your experience in the field, plan approximately three hours to make sure you don't get caught up in the time. Whether on an iveco daily or on another vehicle, this operation is for experienced DIY enthusiasts. So let's see how to do it, point by point. It is advisable to take a picture in several steps to help you reassemble the new window regulator.
Removing a window regulator on an iveco daily
- Remove the entire door trim. From mirror cover to handle. This manipulation should be done rather delicately using a flat screwdriver. It will be necessary to make sure to have access to the window regulator at all points without being hampered. This manipulation is quite long to perform.
- Remove the window regulator gaskets from your iveco daily. Again, it is wiser to go about it with care.
- Now that you have access to the window regulator, remove the connectors. You can then release the window lifter motor if it is blocked.
- Take out all of the fasteners that hold the window in place, then release the window. It is sometimes preferable to place the glass halfway up to carry out this manipulation. Obviously you have to be extremely careful when handling the glass. It is advisable to place it on a sufficiently thick sheet.
- Remove the window regulator as a whole. It is wiser to remember its location. You can take a picture of it if it helps you to install the new window regulator. The window regulator is sometimes held by screws or rivets, so you must remove them.
The installation of an electric window of an iveco daily
- Position the new window regulator. Make sure that its location is similar to the previous window regulator. You may need to use the fasteners you removed.
- Reposition the glass in the same way as you removed it. Sometimes it will be necessary to move it slightly so that it fits correctly in its guide.
- Connect the connectors.
- Fit the seals you removed.
- Replace the entire door trim.
It's done, you now have a new and functional window regulator . So you can turn on your car and test it.