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How to Remove the Window Regulator Motor on a Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK IV, Polo IV, Polo 4, MK 4, 9N - Years 2001-2009
Part: Power window motor

How do you remove the window regulator motor from the left door of a Volkswagen Polo? Follow these steps: disconnect the battery terminals. Using a screwdriver, remove the trim around the internal door handle, taking care not to break it. Once removed, unscrew the screws on the panel with a screwdriver or cordless drill. Detach the door panel, disconnect the window regulator and speaker connectors, remove the metal cover from the bodywork, and unscrew the window regulator motor with a spanner. Replace the part and reassemble everything in reverse order.

Updated on 4 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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