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Old Mar 25, 2022 | 07:34 PM
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There’s not a whole lot on YouTube but do you have to remove the window and track to replace the window motor.
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Here's a good vid on procedure:


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Originally Posted by Golferdad
There’s not a whole lot on YouTube but do you have to remove the window and track to replace the window motor.
Last summer, I pulled the motor from one of my '72's doors to clean and regrease it because of slow action. I certainly did not pull the window or track to remove it. Not a difficult job but like all things C3, you're working in a tight space where some of it is by feel only.
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Originally Posted by 67:72
Last summer, I pulled the motor from one of my '72's doors to clean and regrease it because of slow action. I certainly did not pull the window or track to remove it. Not a difficult job but like all things C3, you're working in a tight space where some of it is by feel only.
Ditto here. You just need something to hold the window etc., up when doing the job. Not that difficult.

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Thanks,I did get the motor removed without messing with window,now might be another issue getting it back on,because,I am replacing the motor,and new teeth,but I think maybe a little grease or vasiline on teeth to slip in.and greasing the slide bars also.
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Keep in mind the motor's teeth can be turned. If you can't do it by hand, I don't remember, put 12 volts to the motor. Just be sure to hold the motor well as it will "jump" a little at first when voltage is applied.
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