Dodge Repair: Drivers door window motor, negative battery cable, screw holes


Question
Hi. I have a1999 Dodge Intrepid and I need to replace my power window motor for the drivers door. I was wondering if you can help me out and give me instructions on how to replace the power window motor. Thank you so much. Tyler

Answer
WINDOW MOTOR
WARNING: DO NOT HAVE ANY HANDS OR FINGERS IN SECTOR GEAR AREA WHERE THEY CAN BE PINCHED BY SMALL MOVEMENTS OF REGULATOR LINKAGE.

REMOVAL
Open hood and disconnect the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post Negative Battery Cable Remote Terminal
Move the window to the full-up position, if possible.
Remove door trim panel and window regulator, Refer to Body for Removal and Installation procedures
WARNING: FAILURE TO CLAMP THE SECTOR GEAR TO THE MOUNTING PLATE WHEN REMOVING THE MOTOR CAN RESULT IN INJURY.

Disconnect wiring connector from motor.
Secure the sector gear and mounting plate with a C clamp or similar clamping tool. This will prevent a sudden and forceful movement of the regulator when the motor is removed.
Remove three mounting screws that hold motor gearbox to regulator Motor Removal
Remove motor from regulator.
INSTALLATION
Install new motor on regulator by positioning motor gearbox so that it engages regulator sector teeth.
A slight rotational or rocking movement may be necessary to bring three motor gearbox screw holes into proper position.
Install three gearbox screws and one tie down bracket screw, if applicable. Tighten to 5.6 to 8 N·m (50 to 70 in. lbs.) torque.
Install regulator, using the switch, test operation of motor