Window Regulator replacement
 

Hey folks,

From what I can tell, most of the 3G garage posts are busted.

I need to replace the window regulator in my passenger side door. Do I need the whole contraption, or just the motor?

Havent wrenched on regulator for Acura yet for regulator but if its just regulator then you can usually just transfer the motor to new regulator. Ill let a techie who has done it in TL respond for better insight though.

I would replace the whole thing. I don't know if you can just buy a motor but the cables could be worn and snap shortly after, who knows. Just my :2cents:

These are very easy to replace yourself. I would purchase thru the links below as your local dealer will most likely be higher! (Mine wants $203 for the front passenger regulator and $184 for the rear passenger regulator)

Front Passenger Regulator Assy
https://www.acuraoemparts.com/oem-pa...9tYXRpYw%3D%3D

Rear Passenger Regulator Assy
https://www.acuraoemparts.com/oem-pa...QtYXV0b21hdGlj

Same problem here. Mine just won’t roll down but I can hear the switch click so I’m assuming it’s regulator/ motor.

Op,

You have to replace the whole assembly, motor and regulator. You can save a lot of money by using recycled parts, especially if you pull the parts yourself at a local pick n Pull... $40.00.

I have a driver front and rear for cheap. Let me know if anyone needs one.

I would be interested but I don’t have PayPal

Set one up and I can ship it to you. Roughly 2-3 day shipping based on location.

Has anyone sourced or tried a window regulator from eBay? Is it worth the money for OEM? Also found one on rock auto, for $30! Much cheaper than $148 OEM from dealer......Thnks!


eBay link below:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Front-Left-...Display%3A3.2L

rock auto is fine! I wouldn't do eBay

So for drivers side it would be front Left, correct? I know it depends on if you’re facing the vehicle I believe. I guess the motor is separate? Darn! My motor works some, slowly. And stops 1/2 way down. Haven’t popped door panel yet to check to see what’s broke, but heard a clunk, when window was lowered all the way down. Then won’t go lower than halfway now. Don’t want to try again, and have it not go back up....

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Those look like they are just the cables, no motor.

I noticed that after I posted. Looked up the motor as well. Then it looks like total for both would be ~$100.....OEM from dealer is $148.20

it could just be slow because the regulator is broken and providing extra resistance on the motor; ergo, the motor COULD be okay. I'd buy both just to be safe and you can return it if you determine the existing motor is still alright.

True, I’ve thought about that aspect. My only concern is that I have the KP module soldered in, and I can’t recall if I’ll be able to pull the panel far enough, for access. It’s been a long time since I’ve had to go in there....

Do it then let me know where the wires go. I'd like to get mine installed.