Try search term "regulator."
Driver's Side Window Won't Raise
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Bunny, you are going to have to get more specific when doing a search. I don't have an Element but I have a Mitsubishi Galant and I have to get my regulator replaced also. However, since my husband doesn't have the time to do it and it's been broken for a year now, we are getting someone else to do it. (And of course it's the driver's side front window - talk about a pain in the you know what.)
I've done some research and it doesn't look like it's going to be an easy job anyway. There are special tools you need so you don't ruin the panel and trim, plus you need to worry about the glass edges, so be careful.
Try searching under "replace window regulator". You may even want to put your make and model and which window it is in the search terms too to narrow it down. Hope this helps.
I've done some research and it doesn't look like it's going to be an easy job anyway. There are special tools you need so you don't ruin the panel and trim, plus you need to worry about the glass edges, so be careful.
Try searching under "replace window regulator". You may even want to put your make and model and which window it is in the search terms too to narrow it down. Hope this helps.
There might not be a DIY here specifically on replacing the regulator. How about a service manual?
Since you haven't filled out your profile (in two years) I have to guess about the year, model, and trim level, but here's a parts diagram of the regulator. Click on the image for full diagram and parts info. Yes, I know you already ordered the part.
Since you haven't filled out your profile (in two years) I have to guess about the year, model, and trim level, but here's a parts diagram of the regulator. Click on the image for full diagram and parts info. Yes, I know you already ordered the part.
I'm not trying to be mean and I know answering the same questions does get tedious, but in the time it takes to complain to someone about searching or their lack thereof, we could offer help or point them in the right direction or even do something as simple as post a link.
Once the door panel is off, the window regulator is basically a reverse-is-opposite-of-removal procedure. Just look carefully at what holds things on and if you have to, write down or take digi pics of the removal process. A lot of things at work here regarding doors I do without the manual unless I'm not sure where a fastening bolt or nut is for the door panel (don't want to yank too hard thinking the clips are just tough and there's still a screw or bolt in...ask me why:lol.
The only "special" tools needed (Honda calls them that in the manual) that I know off are basically plastic trim panel tools but they can be easily replaced with a small prybar wrapped in tape to protect the paint. The door panel comes off quite easily once all fasteners are removed and it basically clips in.
The tough part about the regulator is fishing it out from the door. You have to tilt it at certain angles to get it out but if you take your time and work slowly and carefully, it is definitely do-able in the driveway or garage.
Once the door panel is off, the window regulator is basically a reverse-is-opposite-of-removal procedure. Just look carefully at what holds things on and if you have to, write down or take digi pics of the removal process. A lot of things at work here regarding doors I do without the manual unless I'm not sure where a fastening bolt or nut is for the door panel (don't want to yank too hard thinking the clips are just tough and there's still a screw or bolt in...ask me why
:lol.The only "special" tools needed (Honda calls them that in the manual) that I know off are basically plastic trim panel tools but they can be easily replaced with a small prybar wrapped in tape to protect the paint. The door panel comes off quite easily once all fasteners are removed and it basically clips in.
The tough part about the regulator is fishing it out from the door. You have to tilt it at certain angles to get it out but if you take your time and work slowly and carefully, it is definitely do-able in the driveway or garage.
Finding a post that tells you how to take the door apart isn't good enough? That is the hard part. Maybe instead of complaining about people pointing you in the right direction, you can use the advise and actually do some of the work on your own. You are expecting everyone to do it for you, why?
Since all the threads are 'useless', we should expect a DIY thread from you right?
That is the hard part. Maybe instead of complaining about people pointing you in the right direction, you can use the advise and actually do some of the work on your own. You are expecting everyone to do it for you, why? Since all the threads are 'useless', we should expect a DIY thread from you right?
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