HOW TO: install power window motor

**shanepatrick1230** · 01-21-2009, 01:36 PM

i def recommend just installing the whole regulator. IT WIll fix the window not going up straight or not all the way. ITs also fast and no holes! ive done both now so trust me.

**Durango** · 01-21-2009, 05:55 PM

Thanks again for everything and taking the time to help us.

Cheers

**Durango** · 01-22-2009, 04:32 PM

I made a few calls today and I got prices that were 279.00 then jackpot 61.00 at Napa and it's in stock. Thanks for the help I hope it works for me the drilling part is scary.

**gnomee** · 01-26-2009, 09:21 PM

Make sure its the last time you replace the motor by installing the AutoTrix window fix kit available at www.ws6store.com

They are a sponsor.

**CrazyJ** · 02-25-2009, 03:32 PM

I got a new motor wth regulator from ebay for $82 but after this on fails I will go to the sponsors site and get that kit. Thanks for the info

**jasondt2001** · 03-10-2009, 07:00 PM

Does the autozone one include new bolts to attach it to the door? My mom's car just came back with a window problem :P
I'm sure glad i found this post!

Also, I just saw someone say something about 'winding' the spring up w/ the motor... can someone explain please?

Oh - and her car is a '98.

**arvizu9618** · 04-21-2009, 02:44 AM

I'm goin to replace mine from Autozone, but problem is, window is "DOWN"!

Any suggestions on this one? want to avoid dealer...

**Cutlass** · 04-21-2009, 04:56 PM

Sometimes you can hold the window switch in the up position and slam the door shut and that will jar the motor pass its bad spot and it'll roll up. Otherwise you can hold the switch up and pound on the door panel with your fist, near where the motor is or try tapping directly on the motor with a hammer or screwdriver.

**arvizu9618** · 04-22-2009, 10:02 PM

Thanks Cutlass, I was able to get the window up, it had had enough power to do it.

ART

**jonj601** · 06-03-2009, 11:44 AM

Great post, printed out intsructions from shbox.com and I'm gonna try and tackle this. Damn dealership was asking like $700.

**Z28_Driver** · 06-03-2009, 06:41 PM

Great info

i used a heavy spring clamp on the tube brace to hold up the window.
Thanks for the help.

**Smokeyblaze** · 07-01-2009, 12:06 AM

Im not sure if its my windows that are the problem or what but niether window works and niether does the power door lock, All that I've checked is the power windows breaker in the fuse panel by the steering wheel , I hear a clicking sound coming from the window when I press the button but no movement, any suggestions before I attempt to replace the window motors?

**kmassner** · 08-12-2009, 04:34 PM

Just picked up 2 at NAPA for $38 each. Now I have my saturday project lined up...

**kmassner** · 08-17-2009, 01:16 PM

Ok, I did one side. Got lazy after that. My tip is to use a magnetic screwdriver when putting the little screws in. It went WAY quicker once I did that.

**01SOMSS!** · 08-21-2009, 04:01 PM

anyone know how to replace a window? I cant get my cracked passanger window out.

**5pectre** · 03-22-2010, 05:54 PM

My 1999 Firehawk power window motor is dying...Autozone doesn't seem to have any replacement motors listed on their website.
Seemed to be the motor of choice...now what?

**Cutlass** · 03-22-2010, 07:36 PM

try going to the store. They have them

**J_trizzleLS1** · 05-16-2010, 12:16 PM

I'll be replacing mine with an Autozone motor
soon . thanks for the help !!

**JayTA98** · 05-16-2010, 01:22 PM

Originally Posted by 01SOMSS!

anyone know how to replace a window? I cant get my cracked passanger window out.

If you need to replace the window because is down you need to somehow get access to the rivets that hold the window to the track. I had to remove the window bracket and install a new one. It wasn't to bad to grind the rivets out but I don't know how much room you have if it's all the way down.
You also need to have the new rivets and rivet tool to install the new ones.
Got to be careful if not you can break the window.

If you are not comfortable removing the window you can take it to a glass replace shop and have them remove the window for you. Replace the motor and go back to have the window installed.

**Leeroyws6** · 05-17-2010, 07:59 AM

i replaced both of mine with junkyard units.5 bucks each.and they dont have to be from an fbody.ive found the sunfires have really good window motors.easily accessible.just look for any 90s gm.it should have same motor as our fbodys do.