Camry :: Power Window Regulator Replacement

This procedure explains how to remove the driver side, rear door panel, test the power window motor and switch and replace the power window regulator assembly.

Tools Required: #2 Philips screwdriver, small slot screwdriver, 10mm socket wrench, jumper cables, set of test leads with alligator clips, DC voltmeter.

Cost: In the end, I did not end up buying a new window regulator assembly, but I think a "Dorman 741-356 Rear Driver Side Replacement Power Window Regulator with Motor for Toyota Camry" would work.

1. Locate the anchor (red arrow). Push the center in and then pry the anchor out with a slot screwdriver.

2. Remove ashtray, pry and remove the rubber liner and remove the #2 Phillips screw.

3. While pulling the door handle, carefully pry the plastic trim piece away from the door handle bezel and remove the #2 Phillips screw.

4. Pushing the door trim piece forward, pry the rear upward. Note that there is a plastic tab (red arrow) at the front of this trim piece, so it is necessary to lift it from the back to avoid breaking it.

5. Squeeze the electrical connector to remove it from the socket and then set the trim piece/switch assembly aside.

6. Remove #2 Phillips screw (red arrow).

7. Remove two #2 Philips screws (circled in red) at the bottom of the door.

8. Grasp the bottom of the door panel with your fingertips and gently, but firmly pull outward to disengage the 9 snaps on the door.

9. Lift the door panel upward to unhook it from the door. Carefully set the door panel on the ground.

10.Pull the white plastic cable guide out of the sheet metal holder and rotate the cable housing to disengage the cable from the mechanism. Pull the green plastic cable guide out of the sheet metal holder and rotate the cable housing to disengage the cable from the mechanism. Gently set the door panel aside. %