Astro Van AWD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Front Door Window Regulator: Service and Repair
Door Window Regulator Replacement (Manual)
Window Regulator Replacement
Tools Required
M 39010 Heavy Duty Rivet Gun
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Door (See: Front Door Panel/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the bolts that retain the inner panel upper bar.
3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door See: Front Door Panel/Service and Repair.
Use a soft-faced scraper, if needed, in order to peel the water deflector away from the door.
4. Roll up the window.
5. Apply a cloth backed body tape from the window over the top of the door to the other side of the window in order to hold the window in position
when the regulator is removed.
6. Disconnect the wiring harness from the power window regulator motor, if equipped.
7. Remove the window regulator rivet (2) heads by using a 6 mm (1/4 in) drill bit.
8. Remove the regulator (3) from the door:
1. Push the regulator into the door and slide the regulator forward and then rearward in order to remove the power window regulator arms from
the sash and the regulator rail.
2. Fold the regulator arms together and remove it through the access hole.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the regulator (3) to the door: