Power Window Motor

Looking for step by step direction on replacing a drivers side power window motor in a 2001 Tahoe.

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Window Regulator Motor Replacement - Front Door Removal Procedure

1. Raise the window. If the window motor is inoperable, remove the window to gain access to the window motor retaining screws.

2. Remove the door trim panel.

3. Remove the water deflector.

3. Remove the door speaker.

4. Support the window.

5. Disconnect the wiring harness from the window regulator motor.

6. Remove the 3 bolts (1) from the window motor.

Important !!!!!!!!!!!
Do not allow the cable gear to come out of the housing. A failure will result with the cable coming off the spool.


Separate the motor from the cable housing by wiggling the window motor. Observe the orientation of the window motor.
Remove the motor from the door regulator assembly.


Installation Procedure


1. Install the motor to the cable housing by wiggling it into place.

2. Install the 3 bolts(1) to the window motor.
Tighten the bolts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

3. Install the window, if removed.

4. Connect the wiring harness to the window regulator motor.

5. Remove the window support.

6. Connect the wire connector to the switch to inspect the operation of the window. After inspection disconnect the wiring harness and continue the installation.

7.0 Install the speaker.

8. Install the water deflector.

9. Install the door trim panel.