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Mar 28, 2010 | 01:59 AM

shaybe

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Driver window - Female DIY???

My '92 SC400 has seen better days, fellas. I've thought about parting her out and getting a newer platform but just couldn't bring myself to do it. I have quite a list of things that need fixing. Here's #1 on my list:

I'm not entirely sure what on earth he was attempting to do (he didn't run it by me first

) but while my ex bf was working on the driver door he said he heard a pop and the window disappeared down into the door. I am assuming/hoping that the glass is still intact. What was probably the cause, how can it be fixed and do you think I could do it myself?

If I do decide to attempt to fix it myself, what are the main eff ups that should be avoided? I'm certainly not a mechanic but I can change my oil and a tire easily enough and follow instructions. I have the pdf version of the manual that shows the process of breaking down the door...

Please and thank you

Mar 28, 2010 | 02:05 AM

soarer13oy

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Either the screws hold the window to the regulator came off or the white things that support and mounts on the rail broke off. If your lucky you wont need a new window, but its not hard to replace. Only way to find out is to rip that baby open.

Mar 28, 2010 | 04:57 AM

willhickey

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whyd he take off the door panel in the first place were you having problems with your window to begin with?

Mar 28, 2010 | 09:09 AM

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99% likely you need a new regulator, probably the plastic that holds it to the window broke.

Mar 28, 2010 | 09:51 AM

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Start here:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc-...sc-models.html

Search for more here:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/search.php

where in TX are you, there might be some members near by willing to lend a hand if you run into some problems.

Mar 28, 2010 | 12:11 PM

shaybe

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Originally Posted by willhickey

whyd he take off the door panel in the first place were you having problems with your window to begin with?

No, my window was fine before. I think he was messing with the interior door handle which was also fine... My passenger door handle needed replacing, though. He was an idiot.

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Originally Posted by soarer13oy

I guess I really don't have much to lose... might as well give it a try anyway.

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Originally Posted by RedPhoenix

99% likely you need a new regulator, probably the plastic that holds it to the window broke.

I really hope not

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Originally Posted by sc300jz

Exactly I don't know why whenever a girl makes a thread they HAVE to mention that they are girl. I guess they want to be treated differently

This has been covered before use the search button it's you're best friend

I did read a couple of threads before posting but they didn't answer the level of difficulty question as much as I liked. People that really know what they're talking about are going to make it sound far easier than it would be for me.

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Thank you. The tutorial there looks too advanced for me. I'm in the DFW area.

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Mar 28, 2010 | 10:53 PM

abounly

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Well i haven't attempted this yet but here are a few other links to help walk you through it.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc-...p-by-step.html

http://soarercentral.com/sc-forum/me...tml?1125508831

good luck

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Mar 29, 2010 | 07:44 PM

shaybe

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Thanks, guys! I ran out of daylight and didn't have time to break down the door to check out the situation. I'll have a full day to spend on her in a week or two. I'll letcha know how it goes!