Electric windows - how to dismantle door to check 2008 convertible

[Gordyb]

Hi

Drivers side electric window made a horrible noise when lowered yesterday, then went up just and now refuses to move. Motor is working and can get a few mm of movement maximum.

How do I dismantle the doors on a convertible to inspect and hopefully fix the problem myself.

After a quick look the only screw I can see on the door card is right at the centre of the bottom of the card. Link to pictures would be a big help and some more info on the elecric window mechanism too please. Last thing I want to do is break plastic clips or be left with a rattling door afterwards...

Thanks

Gordon

 

[LEE69]

Can't be to different to this http://www.audiforum.ca/2nd-gen-a3-...7-audi-a3-window-regulator-replacement-72706/

 

[NHN]

Sounds like the regulator, top of the door needs removing to get to the mechanism fully.

 

[Gordyb]

Hi, can you point me at some pictures of the regulator and how to replace?

Any idea of costs involved?

Thanks

 

[Gordyb]

Found this searching for replacing speakers, so at least I know how to start.....

AndyMacs guide for the door card (http://freepdfhosting.com/a6b33703ba.pdf)

Thanks

 

[NEILGF]

This shows how to remove door card and frame.

Removing 4 more screws remove the regulator.

 

[Gordyb]

That is great thanks,