Dodge Repair: window motor removal, screw holes, lbs torque


Question
i have a 1996 Dodge Stratus and i am trying to figure out how to remove the window motor in my front drivers side door. i wondering if you could give me some instructions for removing the window motor.

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

REMOVAL
Move the window to the full-up position, if possible.
Remove door trim panel and window regulator, Refer toBody for removal 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.