2008 Cayenne Window Regulator replacement problems

mhariush · mhariush's Garage

hey guys

I just replaced the window regulator on my 2008 Cayenne, and it was a PITA. With the new regulator riveted in place, the window moves up and down when the frame is out of the car.*

Put the frame back in the car and I can't seem to manually move the window. But maybe that's normal.

I have attached the window motor but it doesn't move the window much. It enganges and moves the cable a little, but stops, like its at the end of its run? Or is something obstructing it? Do I need to adjust something on the motor or the window regulator prior to installation?*

I'm a little stumped here.

fintstone · fintstone's Garage

It seems like when I did mine, I had to make sure that the window position and the motor matched...were both all the way up or down (both the motor and the window) when I installed it.

mhariush · mhariush's Garage

the fix was to install with the window up, at least for. And remember to insert the window into the track on both sides! I did not do that the first time,

fintstone · fintstone's Garage

Great! Glad you got it fixed. That is a pretty challenging job.

mhariush · mhariush's Garage

Well, that didn't last long.

So now I have purchased an OE window regulator (VW) and I'm wondering if I need to replace my motor again. The Wire seems to have made a bit of a number on the gasket and maybe chewed a little on the teeth. But it could also just be metal and grease stuck in there.

What do you guys think? Replace the motor (again)? Or is it going to be fine as is...

And any thoughts on why this happened again? Was the aftermarket (non OEM