The interest of an electric window regulator is enormous in comparison with manual window regulators. However, it has the disadvantage of being much more complex in terms of repairs. Also, it is not necessarily easy to precisely determine the nature of the failure. In this article we will find out how to replace the electric window regulator of a Toyota Auris 2 Tourings . But before you can see what to do, you need to be sure you understand where the failure came from. Indeed, it is regularly unnecessary to change the entire window regulator, a simple small repair will often suffice. Whether it's an electrical short circuit, or quite simply a lack of oiling. Now that you are sure of the source of the problem, let's get back to our topic.
Toyota Auris 2 Tourings window regulator replacement: how to do it
Replacing a window regulator is rather time-consuming. Depending on your expertise on the subject, plan approximately two o'clock to make sure you have the time you need. Whether on a Toyota Auris 2 Tourings or on another car, this operation is for experienced handymen. So let's take a look at what to do, step by step. It is advisable to take a picture at different times to help you fit the new window regulator.
Removing a window regulator on a Toyota Auris 2 Tourings
- Remove all of the door trim. From the handle to the retro cover. This manipulation should be done rather carefully using a flat screwdriver. You will have to make sure you can access the window regulator at all points without being hampered. This step is the longest to perform.
- Remove the window regulator seals from your Toyota Auris 2 Tourings. Again, it's wiser to go about it delicately.
- Now that you have accessed the window regulator, disconnect the connectors. You can then release the window lifter motor if it is blocked.
- Take out all of the clips that hold the window in place, then remove the window. It is regularly more judicious to position the window halfway up to be able to carry out this manipulation. Of course you have to be extremely careful when moving the window. It is best to lay it on a rather thick sheet.
- Remove the window regulator as a whole. It is wiser to remember your location. You can take a picture of it if it helps you fit the new window regulator. The window regulator is regularly held by screws or rivets, they must therefore be removed.
Installing an electric window regulator on a Toyota Auris 2 Tourings
- Fit the new window regulator. Make sure that its position is identical to the damaged window regulator. You should definitely use the fasteners you have set aside.
- Replace the glass in the same way as you removed it. It will regularly be necessary to rotate it a little so that it fits properly in its guide.
- Reconnect the connectors.
- Fit the seals you removed.
- Refit all of the door trim.
That's it, you now have a new and functional window regulator . You can therefore switch on the ignition and test it.