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The bottom rivet on the other side removed. As mentioned in an earlier pic, this hole is where the window motor wiring passes through and is what I used for access to this rivet.
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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Old and new.

The new regulator is an aftermarket Dorman part. Not my first choice, and I'd advise you use OEM/Ford - though it seems just fine.
My reasons for using the aftermarket part are simple:
My Ford dealer did not have the regulator in stock...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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Snaking the new window regulator in.


The replacement was secured using 1/4" hardware (bolts, washers, locknuts) rather than rivets. DO NOT overtighten the regulator->glass bolts!


Re-installing the glass is the opposite of removal - inset the...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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With the glass removed, it's an ideal time to polish it out to remove any water spots/etching.

I've used both of these products with good results. The Zaino product, which was actually designed just for this, does work better by hand than the M105 a...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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A picture speaks a thousand words.
This little image from the service manual shows exactly how you need to rotate the glass while lifting in order to remove it.


Once I slid the glass out, I put it right in the trunk so it was out of the way
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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It had been months since the engine was last cleaned. Although the car was driven 0 miles within this time, as expected there was a heavy dust and dirt accumulation.


I didn't have all day to spend on it or anything, but it is easy to clean up.
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