What are the symptoms of a failed window regulator?

The glass dropping into the door, moving crookedly, or making a grinding or snapping noise while the motor still runs. Most failures are a snapped cable or a cracked plastic guide rather than the motor itself.

Is the motor included with the regulator?

Yes on these assemblies. The two are supplied together because separating them adds labour for no real saving, and a motor that has been driving a jammed mechanism has usually been working hard for some time.

Does the window need reinitialising after fitting?

Often yes on vehicles with one-touch or anti-pinch operation. The module has to relearn the fully-closed position, usually by holding the switch up for a few seconds at the top of travel, or the auto function stays disabled.

Dorman Window Regulator with Motor — Front Left

Dorman · SKU SAP-00181 · Our ref 721-221

A window regulator is the mechanism that raises and lowers the glass, supplied here with the motor already fitted. Most failures are a snapped cable or a stripped plastic guide rather than the motor itself, but the two are sold together because separating them adds work for no saving. The usual symptom is a window that drops into the door or moves with a grinding noise.

Supplied by Dorman.

In the box: 1 window regulator; Motor pre-installed; Mounting clips and hardware.

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Specifications

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Includes: 1 window regulator; Motor pre-installed; Mounting clips and hardware
Position: Front Left
Shipping: Parcel
CoreCharge: No

Common questions

What are the symptoms of a failed window regulator?: The glass dropping into the door, moving crookedly, or making a grinding or snapping noise while the motor still runs. Most failures are a snapped cable or a cracked plastic guide rather than the motor itself.
Is the motor included with the regulator?: Yes on these assemblies. The two are supplied together because separating them adds labour for no real saving, and a motor that has been driving a jammed mechanism has usually been working hard for some time.
Does the window need reinitialising after fitting?: Often yes on vehicles with one-touch or anti-pinch operation. The module has to relearn the fully-closed position, usually by holding the switch up for a few seconds at the top of travel, or the auto function stays disabled.

Checking the fit

We confirm the fit by hand on every order. Send your VIN, or the year, engine and trim, and a person checks this part against it before you pay.

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Dorman Window Regulator with Motor — Front Left

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