Body - Window Regulator Removal Precautions
No: 76/19/03/NASRef:
Issue: 1
Date: 10/31/03
Correct Window Regulator Removal
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Freelander (LN) All
SITUATION:
INCORRECT REMOVAL AND HANDLING PROCEDURES CAUSE DAMAGE
When troubleshooting window regulator problems, or when disassembling a door assembly for any reason, incorrect handling or component removal practices can damage the window regulators.
RESOLUTION:
EXERCISE CARE AND ENSURE PROPER WORK PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED
Whenever door and window regulator repairs are undertaken, ensure that proper methods are used in the disassembly of the components and the handling of any removed parts. The regulators/motor and control units are designed to be removed from the door without damage (except in cases where the regulator has seized).
PARTS INFORMATION:
Information Only
WARRANTY CLAIMS:
Information Only
NOTE:
Damage induced by using incorrect assembly/disassembly and handling practices is not warrantable. Claims for such damage will be rejected.
Normal warranty policy and procedures apply.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
CARE POINTS FOR WINDOW REGULATORS AND CONTROL UNITS
CAUTION:
Proper work procedures and handling practices must be maintained to avoid damage to regulator units during removal and/or repair troubleshooting. Particular attention should be paid to the following areas:
^ Regulators/motor bent "eye-piece" in the lower rear bracket ("A" in Figure 1)
^ Regulators/motor cable reassembled into the wrong "eye-piece" ("B" in Figure 1). This renders the regulator inoperative because the static tension in the cable has been released.
^ Motor connector damaged ("A" in Figure 2).
^ Bent cable support bracket ("B" in illustration 2) and motor base plate ("C" in Figure 2).
1. Refer to RAVE section 86.25.01 (3-door or 5-door) and follow procedures for removal and repair.
2. Observe the following additional care points:
^ Avoid damage to the motor base plate and the cable support bracket caused by careless handling of the regulators/motor and control units.
^ Disengage the release catch on the multi-plug before attempting to pull the connector apart.
^ Carry the regulator motor and control unit assemblies by the metal rails.
^ Avoid damage to the cable eye-piece (A in illustration 1) caused by pulling the part out of the box by the cable, carrying the part by the cable or holding the cable when installing the assembly into the door.