2003 Buick Lesabre How do you replace rear window regulator

2003 BUICK LESABRE
75,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHNTHERON
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Hi, my window made a clicking noise when I lowered it. It wouldn't go back up afterwards but I could move it up with my hands with no resistance and taped it up. When I press the button I can hear the motor and can feel something hit the window but it doesn't raise it. Does it sound as if this might be a regulator gone bad? How difficult is it to remove the door skins to get access? My dealer charge $500 when the driver's side went last year so I'd like to do this myself. Thanks in advance,

John
May 11, 2008 at 6:45 PM
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DENNYP
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Remove rear door panel. Remove bolts holding glass to regulator. disconnect window motor electrical connector. Remove regulator bolts. Remove regulator. (reverse to install)
May 21, 2008 at 10:36 PM
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