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How to Replace the Window Regulator Motor on a Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 4, Golf 4, Golf IV - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Power window motor

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As shown in this tutorial, replacing the window regulator motor on a Volkswagen Golf is a straightforward task. First, open the door you will be working on, then detach the front cover of the handle and remove the two screws underneath it using a cross-head screwdriver.

Once done, remove the lower screw, grip the panel, and separate it from the door. Next, disconnect the motor connector, secure the glass with adhesive tape, and unscrew the bolts from both the motor and the regulator.

After removal, fit the replacement part and reassemble everything by following the reverse procedure.


Updated on 9 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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