MICTUNING 13 Pcs Auto Trim Removal Tool Set with Fastener Removers Strong Nylon Door Panel Tool Kit: Amazon: amzn.to/2Pgf2jb I used the: Dorman 741-801 Toyota Corolla Front Driver Side Window Regulator with Motor: Amazon: amzn.to/2BUgZQI I've been very happy with it. It has a built-in motor.
Thank you for taking the time and effort to explain this process. I was not sure how to even get to the regulator. Because of your instructions, I was able to remove it, figure out what was the problem, and fix it, without having to purchase a new one.
Hey Bill. So grateful for your video. I changed the window regulator on my sister's 2001 Corolla this morning. Your instructions were perfect! I was able to do the whole job in less than an hour. I bought the Dorman brand from Parts Geek for about $53 plus tax. It fits her car just right and now the window works great. Now she doesn't have to drive around with the window closed in the heat of summer! Thank you!
I would like to thank you, kind sir, for making this awesome video! I got a Tye brand window regulator from RockAuto for my 2001 Chevy Prizm (rebranded Toyota Corolla) and using your video, I was successfully able to replace the old window regulator with the new one. My window would only go down no more than a half inch and would only go up a little bit at a time. Thanks again!
Sparky. I did my testing with my cold cluster placed inside the refrigerator. Result: I could see same mileage from beginning of the year 114.376 plus 1 mile.... 114.377. i was able to take the picture I wanted before it disappeared but, it is useless because ... I was really expecting to see today's mileage to show to car technicians that were asking me what was the mileage of my car. In my second try, i took a pic of the mileage found in the first trip and also the second , leaving the first one in zero.... to test it tomorrow again and .... entertain myself with the cluster later when i finish with another situation. I just want to find the culprit resistor or else. Many thanks for being here, helping us and sharing with us. Take care of yourself.
Clear & concise instruction! Great lighting and up close up camera work! TY for making this video! Now im off to the garage to replace this unit on my 2000 Corolla
You just saved me over $500 on my 98 corolla on this repair with such a clear, detailed step-by-step and crisp instructions. One of the best instructional videos that I have seen in RUclips! Kudos to you :) I did everything like you have shown in the video, however after successful replacement of my corolla's window regulator and putting the door panel back on, I noticed the wiring harness keeps pushing out the window control unit out of the slot. I think the tabs that keep the window control might be broken, so the window control keeps popping up and never stays put. Any ideas how to secure it in place? BTW, I used zip ties on the wiring harness bundle inside the window control to try and push the wiring harness down, so it won't keep pushing the window control out, however it is just not working out. Now, I am just thinking of using a duct tape and secure the window control to the door panel, but it will look ugly..:) Thanks in advance!!
@@SparkyChannel You are most welcome! Thank you!! I will try to buy the tabs like you suggested. BTW, what kind of tabs will be suitable for the door control panel? I have no idea. Please advise.
Thank you so much for this video, I was able to change it myself and saved quite a lot of money… I was unlucky though because after I placed the brand new electric motor, it decided to break (stop working) a week after so I had to get it replaced and instal a new one
Great in depth guide. I bought a motor to replace my rear passenger side regulator motor 3 or so years back, but got lazy and never installed it. My drivers side front window was acting up(when in the all the way down position didn't want to go back up once and a while), so I may install the rear one for practice since the right and left side motors are not interchangeable. Would also be a good test to see if the motor alone will fix it or if I should get the entire assembly next time. I've just been avoiding using the rear passenger side window, but if the front drivers side went out I'd fix immediately.
@@SparkyChannel I couldn't seem to find where to unattach the window; I even felt around with my hands and couldn't figure it out. Rear seems to be different than the front. The window still goes up and down, it just gets lazy towards the top and needs a several minute break to go up a bit more(repeat a few times) and then it's up all the way again. Oh well, guess I'll look into it another time.
My 2000 Corolla drivers side window regulator needs to be replaced. My mechanic said it will cost $400. This video makes it look so simple to do myself and the part from Amazon is only $39.98. I've read all the comments from men who have successfully replaced it, but I'm a female and curious if any females have successfully accomplished this task. I just changed my inside door handle, but that was really simple.
@Sparky Channel. Great tutorial. Oh. While you're at it, don't forget to detail or clean that door panel. I've had time to detail my cars and my spouse appreciates the cleaner look and pleasant scent. Please you and your family stay safe and healthy.
Great Video, I need to take replace my door regulator however the motor is not working and I am unable to lower the window down to 6" to access the two 10mm bolts. Ideas on how I can get the window down?
Sparky. Thank you for your contact. I really have no knowledge to use my voltmeter except ... the 12 volts I expect to see from my battery! I laugh at myself for wanting to do things without first reading instructions. Regarding finding cracked soldering connections i guess it is easier.... because it is a visual thing that you can detect.... I am an elderly here that wishes to come back more intelligent in the next life.... i will see if I find some electrician that can check the cluster odometer /speedometer for power although at night all its lights are on, but during the day .... i do not remember now if some lights come on? The temperature does show up. the needle of the fuel still works. The stop pin of the speedometer at zero m/h I already broke it! :-) I have to glue it back on!
Well, bless you! I know it can be tough to keep the Corola running but it sounds like you have a really good attitude! Another idea would be to check a junk yard for the new parts that you need. They might even agree to install the part for a fee.
Yes, that's why I recommend the plastic upholstery kit so that the upholstery doesn't get damaged. Using screwdrivers to pop up the upholstery pieces is a bad idea. LOL!
Thank you very much for your video. I completed this job recently, with the help of your video, and the window regulator now works great. I recently ran into an issue where the window moves freely up and down, but seems to grab onto and folds down the wiper type seal on the interior bottom side of the window. Are there any adjustments that can be made to align the window centered in the path to prevent this? I'm afraid it's going to destroy the seal over time.
I'm curious if you were able to successfully complete this task and if you did, how long did it take you? My mechanic is going to charge me $400 to change the drivers side regulator, so I'm debating if I should attempt this or not. The part is only $39.98 from Amazon. It would save me $360 bucks but I don't want to cause additional problems and have it cost me more to repair what I tried to repair. 😂🤣😂
It seems some replacements for the 98 Corolla regulator is slightly different than original. I found that removing the post screw from the original and screw it into the new regulator and getting a couple of bolts for the new regulator worked out ok.
So jokes on me. I got the motor replaced and got the regulator back in, but in the process I discovered one of the two plastic pieces that hold the window in had long ago broken and now I only have one of the two to reattach. It's also labor day; so the local pick a part is closed so I can't go over with my tools and grab another window that has both plastic attachments unbroken. Oh well, guess I'll have to finish it tomorrow, for now I have the window attached on the one side and I'll just keep it in the closed position. Thanks for the video guide. I guess it'll work alright with only one mount attached, but I need a few things from the pick a part anyways. A door panel would be nice since my drivers side one is falling apart, and a couple of other things. My rear passenger side has had the same issue for years, I just use it less so didn't care as much. But looking at the window I'm not sure how to get it out to then take the regulator out. It's just held in pretty securely by a rubber channel. Now my rear window is stuck down because I figured it would be simple and I'd fix it while I was at it........
@@SparkyChannel thanks. I was able to hit off the missing window mount from a window at the junkyard and attach it to my existing one. Would have grabbed the whole window but mine is tinted and that one wasn't. Should have put some kind of adhesive on it but am hoping gravity and friction keeps it one well enough.
You may be able to manually operate the gears of the non-working regulator or you could try jiggling the window to see if it will go down a little. Also, use some silicon lube on the gears and see if the regulator will move the window a little.
Also, Thanks! Use lots of silicon spray on the window/door, turn the car on and help the window with your hand to get it into place. Another trick is to bang on the door with your fist. The regulator might work one last time.
Sparky, I have been driving for 1/2 year now without odometer and without speedometer. One very cold day of this past winter I suddenly saw 114 376 miles (toyota corolla 1998 LE). I am planning to take off my instrument cluster and place it inside the refrigerator and find out if the cold temperature allows me to find out how many miles I have now.... I will let you know. :-)
Sparky I have the same issue but my car window is down all the way so is there a way to get the window out of the down position when using the two bolts. My window doesn’t even move when I press the button but al of the other windows are fine. So it is the window regulator and motor correct? Please lmk
@@SparkyChannel no, my roommate ended up moving it & fastening it in a hole that was free.. some part with the locking mechanism I believe lost it's bolt and got misaligned somehow. Might've gotten in an accident. He matched it how it was on the opposite door panel. It was so frustrating to me because I had already done this job on my older car (an 03 Honda Civic) and that went without a hitch. But anyways yeah that's the story thanks for reaching out I really appreciate it and hopefully somebody someday can be helped by this and saved some time in the future! Comment this if it did plz, future-dweller. I'd love to know! Also, you're like, SO sexy 😘
My window can roll up and down, but only for a second. I'd have to drive around to either raise it up, or make it lower. Do i have to replace my regulator or is it something i can fix at home?
I used the: Dorman 741-801 Toyota Corolla Front Driver Side Window Regulator with Motor: Amazon: amzn.to/2BUgZQI I've been very happy with it. It has a built-in motor.
MICTUNING 13 Pcs Auto Trim Removal Tool Set with Fastener Removers Strong Nylon Door Panel Tool Kit: Amazon: amzn.to/2Pgf2jb
I used the: Dorman 741-801 Toyota Corolla Front Driver Side Window Regulator with Motor: Amazon: amzn.to/2BUgZQI
I've been very happy with it. It has a built-in motor.
This feels like 'fixing your door window regulator with Normal Scotty Kilmer'
Thank you for taking the time and effort to explain this process. I was not sure how to even get to the regulator. Because of your instructions, I was able to remove it, figure out what was the problem, and fix it, without having to purchase a new one.
Hey Bill. So grateful for your video. I changed the window regulator on my sister's 2001 Corolla this morning. Your instructions were perfect! I was able to do the whole job in less than an hour. I bought the Dorman brand from Parts Geek for about $53 plus tax. It fits her car just right and now the window works great. Now she doesn't have to drive around with the window closed in the heat of summer! Thank you!
Great job!
I would like to thank you, kind sir, for making this awesome video! I got a Tye brand window regulator from RockAuto for my 2001 Chevy Prizm (rebranded Toyota Corolla) and using your video, I was successfully able to replace the old window regulator with the new one. My window would only go down no more than a half inch and would only go up a little bit at a time. Thanks again!
Wow! Jonathan. Thumbs up!! You are doing great!! You have something to pass on to others as Mr Sparky is doing!! Bravo!
Never knew you did any car repair videos Bill. Nice surprise to see you here.
Got my 02 Corolla fixed, thanks! Sure do learn a lot from you.
Great to hear!
Thank you for this. I just replaced my driver side window. Your video is by far the clearest and most complete.
Great job JR! I'm happy to help!
This video made my repair so much less intimidating. Thank you so much!
very thorough procedures and even the regulator pricing included at the end. Your video says it all,i don't need to watch other videos. thanks sparky
Thanks Rex! You can do it!
Sparky. I did my testing with my cold cluster placed inside the refrigerator. Result: I could see same mileage from beginning of the year 114.376 plus 1 mile.... 114.377. i was able to take the picture I wanted before it disappeared but, it is useless because ... I was really expecting to see today's mileage to show to car technicians that were asking me what was the mileage of my car. In my second try, i took a pic of the mileage found in the first trip and also the second , leaving the first one in zero.... to test it tomorrow again and .... entertain myself with the cluster later when i finish with another situation. I just want to find the culprit resistor or else. Many thanks for being here, helping us and sharing with us. Take care of yourself.
Excellent try. Have you tested to see if your odometer is getting power?
Thanks!
This is quite the definitive instruction video. It saved me some significant mechanic dollars.
Fantastic! Thanks for writing!
Clear & concise instruction! Great lighting and up close up camera work! TY for making this video! Now im off to the garage to replace this unit on my 2000 Corolla
You Can Do It! Thanks!
I remember this video from quite some time ago. So glad you still had it backed up! Thanks for all your educational stuff Bill.
Thanks! I particularly like this video because can save Corolla owners about $400 parts and labor! :)
Very helpful and well-made video. Easy to follow instructions, and the camera work was very good too. Thank you!
My pleasure, thanks!
Very instructive tutorial. Clear, step by step instructions and the video quality was on point. Thanks!
Thanks so much!
You just saved me over $500 on my 98 corolla on this repair with such a clear, detailed step-by-step and crisp instructions. One of the best instructional videos that I have seen in RUclips! Kudos to you :)
I did everything like you have shown in the video, however after successful replacement of my corolla's window regulator and putting the door panel back on, I noticed the wiring harness keeps pushing out the window control unit out of the slot. I think the tabs that keep the window control might be broken, so the window control keeps popping up and never stays put. Any ideas how to secure it in place?
BTW, I used zip ties on the wiring harness bundle inside the window control to try and push the wiring harness down, so it won't keep pushing the window control out, however it is just not working out. Now, I am just thinking of using a duct tape and secure the window control to the door panel, but it will look ugly..:) Thanks in advance!!
Thanks so much! Can you buy some new tabs to replace the broken ones?
@@SparkyChannel You are most welcome! Thank you!!
I will try to buy the tabs like you suggested. BTW, what kind of tabs will be suitable for the door control panel? I have no idea. Please advise.
@@bluegames1154 Look for a similar tab that is still intact.
Life saver dude. Just replaced on my 2002 corolla. Thank you.
Great job! You just saved yourself a bunch of $$$. :)
Thank you so much for this video, I was able to change it myself and saved quite a lot of money… I was unlucky though because after I placed the brand new electric motor, it decided to break (stop working) a week after so I had to get it replaced and instal a new one
Good job!
Can you please do a video on door speaker upgrade?
Who gave this a thumbs down??? Excellent Video.
Thanks so much! The important thing is that the video helps Corolla owners to keep their great little cars going!
Great in depth guide. I bought a motor to replace my rear passenger side regulator motor 3 or so years back, but got lazy and never installed it. My drivers side front window was acting up(when in the all the way down position didn't want to go back up once and a while), so I may install the rear one for practice since the right and left side motors are not interchangeable. Would also be a good test to see if the motor alone will fix it or if I should get the entire assembly next time. I've just been avoiding using the rear passenger side window, but if the front drivers side went out I'd fix immediately.
Sounds good! Thanks and good luck!
@@SparkyChannel I couldn't seem to find where to unattach the window; I even felt around with my hands and couldn't figure it out. Rear seems to be different than the front. The window still goes up and down, it just gets lazy towards the top and needs a several minute break to go up a bit more(repeat a few times) and then it's up all the way again. Oh well, guess I'll look into it another time.
You brought it home for me.... Many thanks
You're very welcome!
Thank you for this awesome tutorial 🙏🏻
Welcome!
My 2000 Corolla drivers side window regulator needs to be replaced. My mechanic said it will cost $400. This video makes it look so simple to do myself and the part from Amazon is only $39.98. I've read all the comments from men who have successfully replaced it, but I'm a female and curious if any females have successfully accomplished this task. I just changed my inside door handle, but that was really simple.
It will be interesting to hear comments. I would suggest paying a little more for your window regulator to get higher quality.
@@SparkyChannel
I will look for a better quality regulator. Thank you.
You can handle it, it's not that difficult
@Sparky Channel. Great tutorial. Oh. While you're at it, don't forget to detail or clean that door panel. I've had time to detail my cars and my spouse appreciates the cleaner look and pleasant scent.
Please you and your family stay safe and healthy.
Great idea, thanks! The same to you.
Great Video, I need to take replace my door regulator however the motor is not working and I am unable to lower the window down to 6" to access the two 10mm bolts. Ideas on how I can get the window down?
Thanks! Use lots of silicon spray on the window/door, turn the car on and help the window with your hand to get it into place.
@@SparkyChannel thanks, so will I be able to push the window down by hand? I am afraid I will have trouble getting the regulator to move down?
@@murphysf6969 I think it might work. No guarantee. Another trick is to bang on the door with your fist. The regulator might work one last time.
I shit you not... I’m like no way punching it is gonna do anything this old man is crazy. Punched it once, BOOM! Works perfectly 😂😂😂 thank you sir
@@dustinmarmion9045 LOL!
Sparky. Thank you for your contact. I really have no knowledge to use my voltmeter except ... the 12 volts I expect to see from my battery! I laugh at myself for wanting to do things without first reading instructions. Regarding finding cracked soldering connections i guess it is easier.... because it is a visual thing that you can detect.... I am an elderly here that wishes to come back more intelligent in the next life.... i will see if I find some electrician that can check the cluster odometer /speedometer for power although at night all its lights are on, but during the day .... i do not remember now if some lights come on? The temperature does show up. the needle of the fuel still works. The stop pin of the speedometer at zero m/h I already broke it! :-) I have to glue it back on!
Well, bless you! I know it can be tough to keep the Corola running but it sounds like you have a really good attitude! Another idea would be to check a junk yard for the new parts that you need. They might even agree to install the part for a fee.
Nice work Bill. Those can be a real pain in the butt to work on, particularly with large hands.
Yes, that's why I recommend the plastic upholstery kit so that the upholstery doesn't get damaged. Using screwdrivers to pop up the upholstery pieces is a bad idea. LOL!
Great vid Bill ... I like any automotive or small engine repair vids ... Stay safe ...
Yes sir, me too! This video is auto electric. :)
How do you fix a roll up window? My 2001 toyota corolla window is super hard to open now.
Thank you so much, this just saved me 300 dollars 😁
Glad I could help! $300 is good to have these days!
The best video about this topic, thanks
Thanks so much! You can do it! :)
Thank you very much for your video. I completed this job recently, with the help of your video, and the window regulator now works great. I recently ran into an issue where the window moves freely up and down, but seems to grab onto and folds down the wiper type seal on the interior bottom side of the window. Are there any adjustments that can be made to align the window centered in the path to prevent this? I'm afraid it's going to destroy the seal over time.
Great job Shane! Try a little silicon lubricant spray on the wiper type seal.
Thank you, that seemed to do the trick at least in the short term. Very appreciated.
Best instructional video for this. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you! I'm about to embark on this project!
You can do it!
I'm curious if you were able to successfully complete this task and if you did, how long did it take you? My mechanic is going to charge me $400 to change the drivers side regulator, so I'm debating if I should attempt this or not. The part is only $39.98 from Amazon. It would save me $360 bucks but I don't want to cause additional problems and have it cost me more to repair what I tried to repair. 😂🤣😂
How do u program the auto up and down? It goes up then lowers automatically
Love it it takes work to make videos appreciate
Thanks so much!
Thanks a lot, very helpful video!
Welcome!
Sparky is amazing. I am so sad that someone hack your channel. I am going to help spread your channel on twitter.
Thanks so much Jessie!
It seems some replacements for the 98 Corolla regulator is slightly different than original. I found that removing the post screw from the original and screw it into the new regulator and getting a couple of bolts for the new regulator worked out ok.
Good tip, thanks!
So jokes on me. I got the motor replaced and got the regulator back in, but in the process I discovered one of the two plastic pieces that hold the window in had long ago broken and now I only have one of the two to reattach. It's also labor day; so the local pick a part is closed so I can't go over with my tools and grab another window that has both plastic attachments unbroken. Oh well, guess I'll have to finish it tomorrow, for now I have the window attached on the one side and I'll just keep it in the closed position. Thanks for the video guide.
I guess it'll work alright with only one mount attached, but I need a few things from the pick a part anyways. A door panel would be nice since my drivers side one is falling apart, and a couple of other things.
My rear passenger side has had the same issue for years, I just use it less so didn't care as much. But looking at the window I'm not sure how to get it out to then take the regulator out. It's just held in pretty securely by a rubber channel. Now my rear window is stuck down because I figured it would be simple and I'd fix it while I was at it........
You're doing an amazing job of maintaining your car. Great job, keep it up!
@@SparkyChannel thanks. I was able to hit off the missing window mount from a window at the junkyard and attach it to my existing one. Would have grabbed the whole window but mine is tinted and that one wasn't. Should have put some kind of adhesive on it but am hoping gravity and friction keeps it one well enough.
Awesome advice, Cheerz 👍
Thanks!
How do I get the window halfway down if my window regulator is not working at all
You may be able to manually operate the gears of the non-working regulator or you could try jiggling the window to see if it will go down a little. Also, use some silicon lube on the gears and see if the regulator will move the window a little.
Also, Thanks! Use lots of silicon spray on the window/door, turn the car on and help the window with your hand to get it into place. Another trick is to bang on the door with your fist. The regulator might work one last time.
THANK YOU! So helpful. It really helped me
Glad it helped!
If my power window is not working, how do I know if the problem is the regulator or the window motor?
The motor is built into the regulator on this model.
Replaced my regulator but when I roll it up all the way the top left pops out I can’t seem to figure it out
Hmmm...I think I would check to see if everything is tightened down and in place all the way.
Sparky Channel it is..I’ve taken it apart and put it back together about 3 times
Such a great Video!
Thanks Francisco! Best wishes!
Many thanks for your video!
My pleasure!
U are my hero!!! ❤
Thanks so much!
Sparky, I have been driving for 1/2 year now without odometer and without speedometer. One very cold day of this past winter I suddenly saw 114 376 miles (toyota corolla 1998 LE). I am planning to take off my instrument cluster and place it inside the refrigerator and find out if the cold temperature allows me to find out how many miles I have now.... I will let you know. :-)
Sounds good, check it out.
Just awesome dude thanks !!
My pleasure!
Good guide
Thanks!
Great video!
Thanks!
Sparky I have the same issue but my car window is down all the way so is there a way to get the window out of the down position when using the two bolts. My window doesn’t even move when I press the button but al of the other windows are fine. So it is the window regulator and motor correct? Please lmk
Loosen the 6 screws first then you can lift the window a little to get to the two window screws. Just had the same issue but figured it out
So what was the screwdriver you were using in the wrench you were using😷🍻🍺
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Theres a black thing blocking the regulator from going up and idk how to work around it 😭 can anyone help
Is it loose?
@@SparkyChannel no, my roommate ended up moving it & fastening it in a hole that was free.. some part with the locking mechanism I believe lost it's bolt and got misaligned somehow. Might've gotten in an accident. He matched it how it was on the opposite door panel. It was so frustrating to me because I had already done this job on my older car (an 03 Honda Civic) and that went without a hitch. But anyways yeah that's the story thanks for reaching out I really appreciate it and hopefully somebody someday can be helped by this and saved some time in the future! Comment this if it did plz, future-dweller. I'd love to know! Also, you're like, SO sexy 😘
Excellent❤
Thanks 😊
Thank you Sr 🍺🏆
Welcome!
Saved me about $500
Excellent!
My window can roll up and down, but only for a second. I'd have to drive around to either raise it up, or make it lower. Do i have to replace my regulator or is it something i can fix at home?
It can be other things but it sounds like your window regulator is going bad.
gracias exelente
¡Gracias!
Don't need to change Can be repaired in the motor without spending any money
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Thank you!
Thank you so much for the information and links do you recommend what motor/ regulator ???
I used the: Dorman 741-801 Toyota Corolla Front Driver Side Window Regulator with Motor: Amazon: amzn.to/2BUgZQI
I've been very happy with it. It has a built-in motor.
Thanks for teaching how to do this repair
What if my window will not roll down?
It only rolls down about an inch will this be a problem?
Loosen the six screws first so you can move the regulator around and reach the two window screws