window regulator problem?

chiefsalami · #1 07-07-2010, 02:24 PM

Hello guys, before I pull my door panel off, and risk breaking clips and whatnot, I am hoping for some advice. One of the rear windows on my 2001 X5 slides down a little on its own. The electric switch can be used to pull the window down, but does not push it up. The motor works, but I hear a clicking and slipping sound when I try to raise the window and therefore have to do it by hand. Once it is up, it slowly slides down and does not stay up.

Is this definitely a window regulator that needs replacing? Is it possible that the regulator is ok, and there is something that I just need to adjust once I pull the door panel off?

I'm trying to avoid buying a new regulator if I don't need it, and avoiding pulling the door panel off unless I have a regulator ready to install, since I don't want to do it twice.

thanks!

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petertn · #3 07-07-2010, 05:56 PM

my guess would be the regulator or motor....there a great video on youtube on how to remove the door panel. the guy did it in 5 minutes - no broken clips

chiefsalami · #4 07-08-2010, 09:24 PM

Thanks, but my question was not really answered. Is my "sagging" window definitely a regulator? Or could it be something else?

john1usmc · #5 07-08-2010, 10:20 PM

the problem most likely sounds like the clip on the window regulator. I just had to replace the two window clips that hould the window to the regulator while I was there I did the diy with the wire. After I put it all back together I found out that my driver side switch maybe going. The only place I have found that sales the main swith is BMWSpecalist but there out of stock. Doses anyone know of another place?

daztc · #6 08-09-2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by john1usmc

the problem most likely sounds like the clip on the window regulator. I just had to replace the two window clips that hould the window to the regulator while I was there I did the diy with the wire. After I put it all back together I found out that my driver side switch maybe going. The only place I have found that sales the main swith is BMWSpecalist but there out of stock. Doses anyone know of another place?

Hi I have a rpoblem with the wire pulley system , twisted and stuck in spindle, I see you did diy with the wire!.How and what did you do? regards

Allstarsrd12 · #7 08-22-2010, 03:59 AM

had the same problem with 3 windows. go to autozone, theres a section i think with some window parts, get anything that basically looks like a screw/clip and a bracket for it to go into. take the door panel off, slice open the rubber lining. move the window till you get a good angle on it so you can grab it, reach in and replace the clip. honestly, it doesnt really matter much what it is, just needs to be sturdy enough to support the window. tighten it up, put the door back on, and enjoy having an extra $1000 bucks in your bank.

chiefsalami · #8 07-09-2010, 01:38 AM

Where do I get the clips you're talking about? And can you point me to the DIY you're referring to? Thanks,

petertn · #9 07-09-2010, 01:58 AM

I just replaced the a broken regulator clip this evening. I didnt even have to remove the regulator from the door to access it. It's part number 51-33-8-254-781. It didnt make my window sag, it just made it rattle

bmwbmwfan · #10 07-11-2010, 10:12 AM

I have the same problem! Two days back I heard a loud snap while driving from the drivers side rear and next thing I see was the window sinking down. I managed to hold it (wedging papers to keep it in place, because it was raining) and when I pressed on the switch, I heard the motor work but could not roll back up. The opening button did work however.

I am also wondering, do I need to purchase a regulator or I could I use these clips as well??