Thanks Eric! 11 years later and this video is still helping people out. This is pretty darn close to a 2013 Honda CR-V window run channel (driver door). The trim is obviously different, but the key points are the same, create access to the two window mount bolts so you can pull the window out and replace the run channel.
Eric, I'm still using that paper-in-the-socket trick more than decade later and it still fascinates the crap out of people. Thanks for the demo on the glass run Cuz.
@EricTheCarGuy Fails are one of the best ways to learn, especially with those plastic clips that break before you understand how they work. I love the way you show corrections in real time.
@hobieslug45 You can find it on line fairly cheep and you can use it for more than just window runs, you can also use it for lubricating caliper slides.
@paradien Great to hear I'm happy to help. I don't recommend lubing the regulator or it might be better to say I think it's a waste of time as what mostly goes bad is the cable snaps whether you lubricate it or not. Thanks for the comment.
@ibondwithmydog I work on plenty of American stuff and more every day including Jeeps but for the most part I will admit that I'm a Honda expert so that is what shows up the most. Thanks for the comment.
Eric, thanks for your great video on window run replacement. I'm not a mechanic but just a weekend warrior. Everything went very smoothly because of your instructions and great tips to make it easier. This saved me a lot of money doing it myself.
My 2007 Accord driver window channel developed a small rip near the top, and caused window to not close. So, thanks to this video I was able to replace it myself. It took a little massaging but was able to get it. Thanks ETCG!
@tymebomb60 This circuit is dead with the key off but even if you had it on it would not harm anything at least in my experience. You are correct that with some electrical work you want to disconnect the battery before you start the work.
@3000MilesOfPavement Yea that was pretty common actually, they have a 2 piece design and the bottom piece would often end up in the bottom of the door. The silicone paste in the run channel does wonders for that problem, I've never glued one back in though because I didn't have to, the silicone was all that I needed.
@jsc195 For this job it's everything, if you try and use the spray to lubricate the tracks it will dry up and cause the window to shudder during operation. The spray has a 'working time' before it's not effective anymore, the paste lasts a lot longer.
Just like to say that your videos are enjoyable to watch. I recently discovered your channel about a month ago and got hooked ever since, watching your videos helped me understand the inner workings of a car and gives me the confidence to fix basic things myself in the future, plus the fact that you're are cool guy and explain things very clearly. Well anyways keep up the good work!
@spelunkerd Visual inspection, it was pretty obvious on this one as it is with others that I've repaired with the same problem. You can sometimes use tape to seal off suspected areas as well.
Many thanks Eric,I am doing this job on my Rover 620 this weekend ,it looks about the same as the Honda, Watching your video really has given me confidence to do this myself,great tips ,silicone etc and that tip with the bit of paper ,but mainly to see the job done and what needs to achieved ,thanks Eric,
@MileyCyrus192 You do it just the way I show in this video but you take the motor/regulator loose from the door panel and move it till you can get to the fasteners, if that doesn't work cut the cable and you can put the window wherever you want.
I have a 96 Honda Accord. This is the best video that explains everything. I've never seen someone that's that good at guiding man. Props. Subscribed and liked.
Thanks Eric great tip on using silicone on the window track. Both of my windows would not go down more than a few inches on both driver side and passender side. Went out this moring while it was still cool out and lubed both tracks and low and behold after a few up and downs of the windows they started working again. Thanks for the tip.
Thank you so much Eric. We have a 2002 Civic Si and I finally bit the bullet and purchased new channel runs for both R and L windows. You saved me a lot of frustration by making this video. Many Thanks!
@avsdavidt1 The regulator and motor are all one piece and there really isn't much else to go wrong as far as the moving parts go, switches sometimes but mostly regulators from what I've seen. Many manufacturers use this cable type of design these days and they often break as a result.
@jpshomevideos I really don't see too many diesels here in the US, I hope to cover them in the future though because I've had a lot of requests, I could stand to learn a thing or 2 about them myself so I think that would be fun.
Thanks for this! I have a 88 civic with bad window gasket and didn't want to drop the money to fix it. Great tutorial and super helpful tips! You're awesome!
Im getting ready to do the same for both my windows on my 98 honda civic ... great detail work and explanation ... hope it goes as smooth as yours did ...
@avsdavidt1 I think you should inspect the window run to make sure it's not bound up or the window is not inserted in it properly, if the above are good then lube with silicone PASTE and recheck.
Eric, I have to thank you for the video on replacing a window run channel on my old Honda Civic. It was my first shot at messing with anything like that. The silicon paste was a must!
@nightmathzombieethan See if you have any check engine lights, look for fuel injectors that might be leaking, you can do this with a fuel pressure gauge attached, after you turn the key on then off the fuel pressure should hold, if it doesn't there is a leak somewhere. There are also quite a few other things to check but first to mind is for a vacuum leak.
Thank you very much for this incredibly informative video. I was actually looking for videos related to an overheating issue with my 97 accord that may or may not be completely solved (radiator fan motor was bad but there may be another issue) and found this in the process. I now know, thanks to this video, that my window problem is exactly what you covered here and now I feel comfortable enough to tackle it myself. Thanks man.
eric, you are the zen master of honda repair. Stuff like all the little tips on how not to break all the parts on the door is what sets you apart from the rest. I would love to see more simple body repair videos like this in the future.
@andrewthompsonuk1 Thanks for the tip. As for the silicone paste you can find it online, not on ebay, just google silicone paste and you should come up with some, the stuff I've always used is from 3M and works great.
@Michiganborn1969 Believe it or not when it rains it leaks inside the door where the window meets, there are drain holes in the bottom of the door to allow the water to escape, the barrier is there to keep the moister out of the passenger compartment.
Great video...my 03 mits spyder conv driver side window was off a lil,but enough to seep in that flooded my floor.messing up the factory amp under the pass side seat.i readjusted the window & got a new amp,ready to go now.thanks a lot,your the man...
Getting ready to do this on a friend's '98 accord today. Part came in, so thanks for the instructional. I already replaced regulator. It got burned up because of the rubber track guide.
@brandonlinsangan Sure go for it but keep in mind the engine can only displace so much air naturally, if you want to get more air in you need to force it with a turbo or supercharger.
@Ryandavis33 Spray won't work, you need to use the paste, you could just lube the parts you can get to and see if that helps but it would be better to get the lubrication all the way down.
@KillerZero259 They are loaded up as 960x540 which is technically HD but YT doesn't seem to see it that way, just trying to save space on my hard drive, I shoot a LOT of video.
WOW!!! First of all i didnt have any idea what a run channel was. second of all i decided to watch it for fun. third of all u SUGGESTED SILICONE. and u just made me a hero today! A problem i had with my car since i first bought it: Passenger window wouldnt go up all the way unless i physically push it up while i push the button. PITA. well anyway i just picked up some silicon spray from walmart- $2.50 ...and BAM! worked. went up 4 times and it never went up on its own! THANKS A MILLION!
Eric, thank you so much! I've been followin your videos over the years and it's always helped me loads. Like the fact that you're into Hondas too. Much love all the way from Germany
Fixed my 98 Civic using your method! Driver's side window had come out of the window run, and the passenger side was very slow to open/close. I thought it was the regulator/motor. Not cheap to fix at the dealership (did that once a few years ago). Bought some of the silicone paste you mention, took the windows out, cleaned the window runs(luckily did not have to remove them) and applied the silicone paste. I wish I would have taken a video of the difference. It's like they are brand new!
@fkobama1 Honestly I see more windows get messed up because of window tint or the installation of window tint that I don't recommend getting tinted windows.
I wish my 96 Accord Coupe windows were that fast. But definitely going to buy some of those silicone paste and give it a go! Learned something new today, thanks Eric!
@zacko781 I really can't say, look for damage in the rubber like this one had, if you find it then it's likely to be the cause, if not it's probably something else.
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO For years Ive been trying different methods to fix my dry run channels,grease,sprays,dry lubricants, nothing work. The glass would jump off track often and at the wrong time and places!. SO went out to the local napa and bought a can of 3m silicone paste , applied it and my windows run like a charm. Seriously thanks. Also Id like to add, to any one doing this , that now would be the time to lube up the regulator.
I've pulled the front two panels numerous times.. I never thought about pulling the window control panel. I always fumbled with the panel and disconnected the plugs with one hand. Lol.. Thanks for making these videos.
Your video saved me $186 by doing this work myself (and ordering the part from an online store that sold the OEM part). Thanks a TON my friend! You rock!
@@samuelrodriguez247 Sorry I can't remember the part number, but I picked it up from eBay for sure as new. I've sense had to get rid of that car (was a great car).
loved the vid wish someone had told me about the spray n lube i just used the spray n it worked but just not as easy as u made it seem keep em comin man
Thanks Eric! 11 years later and this video is still helping people out. This is pretty darn close to a 2013 Honda CR-V window run channel (driver door). The trim is obviously different, but the key points are the same, create access to the two window mount bolts so you can pull the window out and replace the run channel.
Eric, I'm still using that paper-in-the-socket trick more than decade later and it still fascinates the crap out of people. Thanks for the demo on the glass run Cuz.
@EricTheCarGuy Fails are one of the best ways to learn, especially with those plastic clips that break before you understand how they work. I love the way you show corrections in real time.
@foxdmulder That works too, thanks for the suggestion and comment.
@evoGage Welcome aboard and thank you very much for that comment, it means a lot to me when my work helps others.
@MansuDC2 They are very similar yes. As for silicone paste you can look on line but most auto parts stores have the spray.
@Duratec86 I would still use the silicone paste, I've used it on that type before and it works pretty well.
@iTzCorky Thanks for the suggestion, normally they don't pop out like that but I'll keep that in mind for next time.
@hobieslug45 You can find it on line fairly cheep and you can use it for more than just window runs, you can also use it for lubricating caliper slides.
@joisais Your most welcome, I'm happy to help. Thanks for your comment.
@eleeter Thanks for the tip and for the comment.
@paradien Great to hear I'm happy to help. I don't recommend lubing the regulator or it might be better to say I think it's a waste of time as what mostly goes bad is the cable snaps whether you lubricate it or not. Thanks for the comment.
@ibondwithmydog I work on plenty of American stuff and more every day including Jeeps but for the most part I will admit that I'm a Honda expert so that is what shows up the most. Thanks for the comment.
@fooey88 Yep, seen that quite a bit myself, I guess I was thinkn of ya when I made the video. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks a lot Eric, even a decade later this literally saved my life as i have finally fixed the window issues.
Eric, thanks for your great video on window run replacement. I'm not a mechanic but just a weekend warrior. Everything went very smoothly because of your instructions and great tips to make it easier. This saved me a lot of money doing it myself.
It's amazing how these videos still provide helpful reference. Reason being I just bought a Honda Accord of that year. Thanks YT and Eric
@paxilill I could not agree with you more, thanks for the comment.
My 2007 Accord driver window channel developed a small rip near the top, and caused window to not close.
So, thanks to this video I was able to replace it myself. It took a little massaging but was able to get it.
Thanks ETCG!
@wangbungal The first step I usually take is to lube it with the silicone paste, I replaced this one because of a wind noise.
@tymebomb60 This circuit is dead with the key off but even if you had it on it would not harm anything at least in my experience. You are correct that with some electrical work you want to disconnect the battery before you start the work.
@mazzmari You might try lubing the tracks with the silicone paste first, it normally works pretty well.
@3000MilesOfPavement Yea that was pretty common actually, they have a 2 piece design and the bottom piece would often end up in the bottom of the door. The silicone paste in the run channel does wonders for that problem, I've never glued one back in though because I didn't have to, the silicone was all that I needed.
@diulaylomochohai Thanks man, glad you liked it.
@jsc195 For this job it's everything, if you try and use the spray to lubricate the tracks it will dry up and cause the window to shudder during operation. The spray has a 'working time' before it's not effective anymore, the paste lasts a lot longer.
Just like to say that your videos are enjoyable to watch. I recently discovered your channel about a month ago and got hooked ever since, watching your videos helped me understand the inner workings of a car and gives me the confidence to fix basic things myself in the future, plus the fact that you're are cool guy and explain things very clearly.
Well anyways keep up the good work!
@spelunkerd Visual inspection, it was pretty obvious on this one as it is with others that I've repaired with the same problem. You can sometimes use tape to seal off suspected areas as well.
Many thanks Eric,I am doing this job on my Rover 620 this weekend ,it looks about the same as the Honda, Watching your video really has given me confidence to do this myself,great tips ,silicone etc and that tip with the bit of paper ,but mainly to see the job done and what needs to achieved ,thanks Eric,
@BizarrEftersmak On this car yes, on others not so much sometimes. Thanks for the comment.
@MileyCyrus192 You do it just the way I show in this video but you take the motor/regulator loose from the door panel and move it till you can get to the fasteners, if that doesn't work cut the cable and you can put the window wherever you want.
I have a 96 Honda Accord. This is the best video that explains everything. I've never seen someone that's that good at guiding man. Props. Subscribed and liked.
@gearheadAbe You could also flip the ON/OFF switch but good suggestion.
Thanks Eric great tip on using silicone on the window track. Both of my windows would not go down more than a few inches on both driver side and passender side. Went out this moring while it was still cool out and lubed both tracks and low and behold after a few up and downs of the windows they started working again. Thanks for the tip.
Thank you so much Eric. We have a 2002 Civic Si and I finally bit the bullet and purchased new channel runs for both R and L windows. You saved me a lot of frustration by making this video. Many Thanks!
@avsdavidt1 The regulator and motor are all one piece and there really isn't much else to go wrong as far as the moving parts go, switches sometimes but mostly regulators from what I've seen. Many manufacturers use this cable type of design these days and they often break as a result.
@hateercenor That sounds like a plan, thanks for the comment.
@jpshomevideos I really don't see too many diesels here in the US, I hope to cover them in the future though because I've had a lot of requests, I could stand to learn a thing or 2 about them myself so I think that would be fun.
I love you, Eric the Car Guy! You always make working on my Honda simple and enjoyable. Thanks!
@netman88 Not really, it's just one more step really. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for this! I have a 88 civic with bad window gasket and didn't want to drop the money to fix it. Great tutorial and super helpful tips! You're awesome!
Im getting ready to do the same for both my windows on my 98 honda civic ... great detail work and explanation ... hope it goes as smooth as yours did ...
@avsdavidt1 I think you should inspect the window run to make sure it's not bound up or the window is not inserted in it properly, if the above are good then lube with silicone PASTE and recheck.
Eric, I have to thank you for the video on replacing a window run channel on my old Honda Civic. It was my first shot at messing with anything like that. The silicon paste was a must!
@nightmathzombieethan See if you have any check engine lights, look for fuel injectors that might be leaking, you can do this with a fuel pressure gauge attached, after you turn the key on then off the fuel pressure should hold, if it doesn't there is a leak somewhere. There are also quite a few other things to check but first to mind is for a vacuum leak.
@lakayyak If it's silicone based yes, if it's petroleum based I don't recommend it, if not you can find silicone paste online, just google it.
@tasis2 I knew what you meant. Thanks for the comments.
Love your videos ETCG! Keep up the great work. I have a 97 Civic EX and use your videos all the time for repairs.
Good stuff , got a Lexus is300 . Same concept . Had to play with the window to get it on track . Saved some money .
Used this as reference for my EM1 and worked out great. Thanks.
@aeligos It's tough work in VW's for sure, Honda's are actually quite easy in my opinion.
Thank you very much for this incredibly informative video. I was actually looking for videos related to an overheating issue with my 97 accord that may or may not be completely solved (radiator fan motor was bad but there may be another issue) and found this in the process. I now know, thanks to this video, that my window problem is exactly what you covered here and now I feel comfortable enough to tackle it myself. Thanks man.
eric, you are the zen master of honda repair. Stuff like all the little tips on how not to break all the parts on the door is what sets you apart from the rest. I would love to see more simple body repair videos like this in the future.
@andrewthompsonuk1 Thanks for the tip. As for the silicone paste you can find it online, not on ebay, just google silicone paste and you should come up with some, the stuff I've always used is from 3M and works great.
@Michiganborn1969 Believe it or not when it rains it leaks inside the door where the window meets, there are drain holes in the bottom of the door to allow the water to escape, the barrier is there to keep the moister out of the passenger compartment.
@HONDAxACURA That is the best stuff for it really, I think you will get a good result.
@jazzy4me4eva I like that about you. Thanks for the comment.
@dmcculloughuconn I would just get some silicone paste and try and lube the inside of the run first, it may just cure the problem.
Great video...my 03 mits spyder conv driver side window was off a lil,but enough to seep in that flooded my floor.messing up the factory amp under the pass side seat.i readjusted the window & got a new amp,ready to go now.thanks a lot,your the man...
Thanks man, this helped me fix my window that kept running outside the run channel. (Just like at 26:08)
Getting ready to do this on a friend's '98 accord today. Part came in, so thanks for the instructional. I already replaced regulator. It got burned up because of the rubber track guide.
@brandonlinsangan Sure go for it but keep in mind the engine can only displace so much air naturally, if you want to get more air in you need to force it with a turbo or supercharger.
Great demo and you make it so easy. I'm sure the window part is harder.
@Ryandavis33 Spray won't work, you need to use the paste, you could just lube the parts you can get to and see if that helps but it would be better to get the lubrication all the way down.
@TypeGdizzle I like that.
@KillerZero259 They are loaded up as 960x540 which is technically HD but YT doesn't seem to see it that way, just trying to save space on my hard drive, I shoot a LOT of video.
@jazzy4me4eva It happens, just know that it's better to have them in your gloves than in your hand.
@tuckmobile My favorite kind of comment, thanks for posting.
WOW!!! First of all i didnt have any idea what a run channel was. second of all i decided to watch it for fun. third of all u SUGGESTED SILICONE. and u just made me a hero today!
A problem i had with my car since i first bought it: Passenger window wouldnt go up all the way unless i physically push it up while i push the button. PITA. well anyway i just picked up some silicon spray from walmart- $2.50 ...and BAM! worked. went up 4 times and it never went up on its own! THANKS A MILLION!
Eric, thank you so much! I've been followin your videos over the years and it's always helped me loads. Like the fact that you're into Hondas too. Much love all the way from Germany
@TheDennyvu I looked that up and it's petroleum based not silicone based and as a result will degrade the rubber which is also petroleum based.
Fixed my 98 Civic using your method! Driver's side window had come out of the window run, and the passenger side was very slow to open/close. I thought it was the regulator/motor. Not cheap to fix at the dealership (did that once a few years ago). Bought some of the silicone paste you mention, took the windows out, cleaned the window runs(luckily did not have to remove them) and applied the silicone paste. I wish I would have taken a video of the difference. It's like they are brand new!
Eric you ROCK Hondas! Thanks amigo.
@techstoney That's exactly what I do when I'm not too lazy to roll over to my tool box, thanks for the comment.
Very good and helpful. Good tips.
I like magnetic tips for holding screws but I have resorted to using tape and even gum to hold fasteners. Thanks..
@fkobama1 Honestly I see more windows get messed up because of window tint or the installation of window tint that I don't recommend getting tinted windows.
I wish my 96 Accord Coupe windows were that fast. But definitely going to buy some of those silicone paste and give it a go! Learned something new today, thanks Eric!
@Bret3030 Was it the regulator/motor assembly? Very common problem on this car and others with a cable operated window motor.
@Tarheeels4life Sweet. BTW I did a video on Solving Overheat Problems if that helps. Thanks for the comment.
@zacko781 I really can't say, look for damage in the rubber like this one had, if you find it then it's likely to be the cause, if not it's probably something else.
at 4 minutes in - thinking - I'll just get those window visor wind deflector things (if I need to). thank
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
For years Ive been trying different methods to fix my dry run
channels,grease,sprays,dry lubricants, nothing work. The glass would jump off track often and at the wrong time and places!. SO went out to the local napa and bought a can of 3m silicone paste , applied it and my windows run like a charm. Seriously thanks.
Also Id like to add, to any one doing this , that now would be the time to lube up the regulator.
Pretty sure you just saved me a ton of time and trouble! Nice tip with the paper in the socket trick too!
I've pulled the front two panels numerous times.. I never thought about pulling the window control panel. I always fumbled with the panel and disconnected the plugs with one hand. Lol.. Thanks for making these videos.
@LarryDavidFreak It was suppose to, thanks for the comment.
THANK YOU-!! WAY COOL & RELATIVELY EASY FIX-! You are a true Jalopy Jedi, good Eric The Car Guy-! BRAVO-!!!
D.A.
@americantractors Actually you can knock this out in about 15 min, it's pretty straightforward.
Your video saved me $186 by doing this work myself (and ordering the part from an online store that sold the OEM part). Thanks a TON my friend! You rock!
Where did you get the part and do you know the part number??
@@samuelrodriguez247 Sorry I can't remember the part number, but I picked it up from eBay for sure as new. I've sense had to get rid of that car (was a great car).
the 1 person used grease and now has dirty windows.
Good looks on this informative video!
My 91 Accord and 93 Acura Legend Have the same issues special in the summer time when the heat i guess cause the rubber to shrink. great vid..
Great video! thanks for taking the time to put it together. helped me a ton.
Eric. You really helped me. So I always thumb up your posts. Thanks a lot.
@backwoodsctryboy You might need to drill out some rivets for that one. Good luck.
loved the vid wish someone had told me about the spray n lube i just used the spray n it worked but just not as easy as u made it seem keep em comin man
@jubei455 Nope, arms aren't long enough but if you watch this video I show how the glass goes in there.
I think I learned more on this vid then some of the more complex ones GREAT VID thanks
18.08 that's what she said!! Love the vid. I am now confident to do this on my f150
You are a very good teacher. Thank you for esplaining everything. Yes, the type o was on purpuss. And that one too. : P
@davelowe1977 That doesn't sound like any fun at all. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for the details Eric, I was able to fix it on a 2003 accord.
@im10pplok We all need a hobby, thanks for the comment.
@paradien That is actually a much better mechanism, I still would not lubricate it but rather lubricate the run channels with silicone paste.