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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Seville 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Front Side Door Window Regulator Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Important: This vehicle is equipped with express up, torque sensitive window on the front door windows.

    When the battery or the power has been removed from the front door module, the front door module will need to be reprogrammed after power is restored and all repairs are completed.

  1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    4. Caution: Refer to Express Window Down Caution in the Preface section.

  4. Reconnect the power window switch and module.
  5. Raise the window to the full-up position.
  6. Tape the window in place.

    7. Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.


    Object Number: 524074 Size: SH
  7. Loosen the window clamp fasteners.
  8. Lower the regulator clamps (2) to the full down position.

    9. Object Number: 105407 Size: SH
  9. Remove the five fasteners (1, 2).
  10. Disconnect the electrical connector from the window regulator motor.

    11. Object Number: 105405 Size: SH
  11. Remove the window regulator (1) from the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 105405 Size: SH
  1. Install the window regulator (1) into the door.
  2. Locate the two captive fasteners (2) into the keyhole slots in the door panel.

    3. Object Number: 105407 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the three remaining window regulator fasteners (2) in order to secure the regulator.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  4. Connect the electrical connector to the window regulator motor.

    5. Object Number: 524074 Size: SH

    Important: Ensure that the rubber insulators are properly attached to the window regulator clamps.

  5. Carefully raise the window regulator clamps (2) to the full up position, engaging the window (1).
  6. Remove the tape from the window.

    7. Important: Ensure the window is properly adjusted.

    If the window is not properly positioned in the opening, the window motor will not be able to be programed.

  7. Complete the following to properly position the window:
    8. 7.1. Lower the window approximately two inches.
    7.2. Seat the window fully rearward against the center pillar.
    7.3. Adjust the window forward 2-3 mm (5/64-1/8 in).
    7.4. Raise the window to the full up position.
  8. Set the glass with the clamp fasteners.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the window clamp fasteners to 10.5 N·m (93 lb in).

  9. Disconnect the power window switch and module.
  10. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  11. Install the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  12. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  13. Reprogram the front door module. Refer to Window Motor Programming - Express Function .