The advantage of an electric window regulator is enormous compared to manual mechanisms. However, it has the disadvantage of being much more complicated in terms of repairs. Also, it is not necessarily easy to identify precisely the source of the failure. In this article, we will discover how to change the electric window regulator of a Toyota Starlet . But before you start, you need to be sure you know where the malfunction is coming from. Indeed, it is from time to time unnecessary to change the entire window regulator, a simple small repair will sometimes work. Whether it's a false contact, or just a lack of oil. Now that you are sure of the origin of the concern, let us return to our subject.
Replacing a Toyota Starlet window regulator: how to do it
Changing a window regulator is relatively time-consuming. Depending on your expertise in the field, count approximately three hours to make sure you don't get caught up in time. Whether for a Toyota Starlet or another vehicle, this manipulation is for experienced DIY enthusiasts. So let's look at how to do it, step by step. It is advisable to take photos at several stages in order to help you mount the new window regulator.
Removing a window regulator on a Toyota Starlet
- Remove all of the door trim. From the handle to the mirror cover. This should be done relatively gently with a flat screwdriver. It will be necessary to ensure that you have access to the window regulator at any point without being disturbed. This manipulation is the longest to carry out.
- Remove the window regulator seals from your Toyota Starlet. Again, it is important to take it delicately.
- Now that you have accessed the window regulator, remove the connectors. You will then have to disengage the window lifter motor if it is stuck.
- Release all the fasteners that hold the glass, then remove the glass. It is from time to time advisable to place the window halfway up to be able to carry out this operation. Of course we will have to be extremely careful when moving the glass. It is best to place it on a rather thick sheet.
- Remove the window regulator as a whole. It is important to remember your position correctly. You can take a picture of it if it helps you to install the new window regulator. The window regulator is occasionally held by screws or rivets, you must therefore remove them.
The installation of an electric window regulator of a Toyota Starlet
- Fit the new window regulator. Make sure its location is similar to the damaged window regulator. You should definitely use the fasteners you removed.
- Reposition the glass as you removed it. It will be necessary from time to time to make it move a little so that it fits properly in its guide.
- Connect the connectors.
- Fit the seals you removed.
- Replace all of the door trim.
It's done, you now have a new and functional window regulator . You will therefore have to turn on your car and test it.