Re: window motor worries

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In a message dated 7/15/98 "Mr. Daniel P. Grady" <dgrady@mail2.nai.net>
writes:

<< Do I really need to remove the inner door panel to remove/replace the
motor/regulator assembly on an 87 5Kq ? The Haynes says I do but I don't
believe everything I read in there. Anyone have the procedure on their web
page or any helpful hints? >>

No! But it may be easier ;-) Once you have the outer (cosmetic) door panel
removed the window regulator is held in by just a few bolts. The PITA part is
removing and re-installing a hidden E-Ring which holds the window mount to the
regulator.

I removed it using right angle C-Clip pliers. I re-installed it by feeling it
move into place and then pressing it home with a straight blade screwdriver
(again...by feel--hold the tip of the screwdriver against the E-Ring and don't
let it slip) by gently tapping on the butt of the screwdriver.

Given practice at removing the outer door panels, this is a very easy job,
except for that infernal E-Ring. I suspect that is why the Haynes book advises
removal of the inner door panel (which looks easy enough, but re-aligning it
may not be any fun...no BTDT's for me--yet). HTH

Mike Veglia
87 5kcstq