I had to smash my car window after the lock broke with my baby inside the car. Following this video I (34 year old women with no mechanical experience) fitted the window myself and saved £250 in the processes. Brilliant video! Thank you!
Somebody just did the same thing to us tonight (broke into our truck). Looking in UA-cam just this video, thanks for the time you took to teach us this process. Great video. 😁
If you have power windows it's going to be almost exactly the same just make sure you disconnect the power connector for the window switch before completely pulling the door panel to avoid damaging any wires; and you'll need to have your ignition on to manipulate the window when removing/ installing the glass.
Thanks Mate. I was having dramas trying to get the circlip of the window winder first, but then trying to put the new glass back in was an issue. I scrolled through the vid, found the part how to put it in left end first and walla! Its done. I was quoted $260 AUD, but brought one from the wreckers for $45 AUD. I prob could have got it cheaper, but its winter and can't afford the cops putting a default notice on it. Cheers and take my Thumbs up! You deserve it!
Great video helped me a great deal. My window was off track, didn't know about the bolts to loosen the the tracks. Worked like a charm. job took 10 minutes. Had I not seen this great video, I would have shattered the window by forcing into track. Very Thankful
I used this as inspiration to replace a side window in my 04 Pilot that I unfortunately knocked out with a rock with a weedwhacker :( $68 for the glass, a few hours install. Thanks for the video!
For some vehicles, the window fit is so tight or the seals sticky and old, one way to make it easier is to generously lubricate with soapy water and a paintbrush
I need to replace the front drivers side glass on a 2019 Ford Flex. It is electric windows. Your video was one with the manual roll up type. Is is pretty much the same for the electric windows ?
I wonder if stuffing the open door cavity full with a towel or some spare/junk wrapping foam would be a worthwhile precaution in the unlikely event one did accidentally drop the glass during installation?
You know that's a great idea. I'm replacing the window on my boss's expensive Audi tomorrow, we had to wait a week for the glass, I'm actually going to do that.....thanks
I didn’t understand the “rail” with the screw/nut on bottom left. Is it to attach the window too? I have a passenger power window to replace on my Montero sport because my neighbor kids hit the window with a hard Football. After an argument my neighbor didn’t recognize the fact but if I can do it myself that would be great.
Thank you for this! Thanks to your video I, a 49 year woman who has no experience with cars, could replace my shattered window glass! Excellent instructions 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
After watching this video turns out replacing a car window isn't as hard as I thought. I needed to replace my passenger window and quarter window and I was quoted 300 for the passenger and 900 for the quarter. I did it myself and it cost me around 200 for everything.
Where exactly do you put the window guides on the glass prior to putting in on the window regulator? Will be waiting for Answer 05/09/2019 at 6:08pm EST
Hi, Ben--Same thing happened to my wife's 2005 Odyssey. We have glass insurance, only the guy they sent out didn't bother to clean the glass off of the latch assembly. When glass bits tumbled into the latch, it got jammed in the locked position. Then actuator hammered itself to death every time she pressed the lock / unlock button on her key ring. Doing the trim removal etc, was next to impossible with the door shut, and when I finally took it to a dealer, fixing the latch and actuator cost over 700.00! The glass person's response....well the new window works fine, so I'm out of here.
Good video. I already knew how to replace a window but figured in the event that I hit a snag that there might be a tip that would help... Loosening the track itself will likely do the trick. Thanks a lot man.
This is such a good video. I am surprised that I like the host, I can relate to his tired sighs after doing smell motions; case and point 5:00 . Very useful information, I'm sick of relying on expensive ass mechanics
Was ready to say some BS but that tip on making the"nose" and "back" of glass slide in Grove...then sliding back up the way you did Helped!!. Hmmhmm.....so, ..... Thanks 🤷🏾♂️
Tonight my truck was broken Into while I was at work. I’m about to do this job I have some experience in mechanic work and I hope this is as easy as it seems. I do have a different truck though.
I was replacing passenger side door window on my 1997 Honda Odyssey and kind of stuck as how to get it started on both side window run channel. I googled and watched your video and got the job done in half an hour. Awesome video and very good detailed instructions. Good job. Thank you very much.
Best intro ever. I wish there was a video on a 2004 jeep liberty for this....it's quite a bit harder on it :/ I only payed $15 for the glass but getting it out was a utter pita and required far more than your video did lol.
@@mattrobey2508 Wish I could, but honestly after almost 5 years I don't remember, some asshole nailed me about 18 months later and totaled my Jeep, I then parted it out and sold it all off. My clips/bracket were different style though and I ended up having to move some pieces off the old window to the new window in order to make it work.
The window guides that are glued to the glass on mine are plastic and they are what's broke my window itself is fine. What do I use to get that epoxy and broken plastic pieces off the glass so I can install new ones?
It looks like you fit the window in skinny part first and then just shifted it around. So the key is loosening the track. Is this the same for the rear passenger side window? Please post ASAP. Doing this today!
HELP I just bought passenger door glass at amazon for my 2000 GMC sierra 1500 pick up the bottom of the glass is not flat or level front to back I'm not sure if this is the correct glass or not been driving with no glass for two weeks to work back n forth how can I find out if this is the correct glass or not?
The bolt that holds the glass to the regulator on my truck came loose and fell off, thus causing the window to break. Why doesnt the factory put a little lock tite or something on the bolts? Is there a good reason not to?
thanks for sharing, i have the same problem broken glass need to replace it. but mine is a power window so may be a little technical procedure than an manual window.
my window clips (03 Lincoln Nav,) seem to be Siliconed to the pane, is it a necessity to correctly marry the pieces back together ? Please try to respond, do i "need" to scrape the old silicone out, then add new, then marry the clips back onto the window for "Holding Power" ??
I had someone throw a brick through the drivers door window in my 1998 E350 1 ton, the glass bracket was put on with rivets so I spent almost 2 hours trying to drill out the rivets . I am having a problem getting the new glass in the window track,(not the regulator track but the actual window opening track) can get it into the back but not the front, the glass is quite curved, any tips on what to do.......ty
Awsome video you are the only one with a video on this tyvm.. I only ask for one on power windows guessing not much diff I'll find out soon jus lil worried about electric stuff
i have a problem with my passenger side power window. it gets stuck usually about an inch or two from the top. sometimes it wont get stuck, but it does most of the time. help?
Hello sir.loved ur video.one question. Does this template of replacing window glass applies to all cars.or different car manufacturers have different connections and boltings/screwings. I mean does all cars have same type of such mechanism.
I used this to put in a cut to size 1/4' acrylic sheet in a magnum when my car was broken into looks very official when cut to size and works much better then tape
Thank you so much for this video. It was the glass installation portion that I could not figure out prior to this video. Very informative. Carry on. This is well done. Colin
Have someone hold the window in place so you can hold the guides where they need to be then make marks where they need to go. Take the glass back out and then attach the guides where your marks are.
I already have the window out and the regulator. Problem was guides fell off and regulator needed changing too . I matched the guides while out on the regulator with the window and the regulator both outside the window.
How would I press down the back side of wheels that go into track? I ordered some but there is no press at my house. I drilled out the old brackets to where I can fit the new wheel END through the hole. But how would anyone ever be able to smash that end down to where it will hold? Anyone? Thanks. Great video.
I tried installing the driver side window of my minivan - because people had busted out the driver side front side window to release the hood to steel my headlights, which they cut the wiring - but I can't get the window to fit in the door.
Trying to replace glass in a 2003 infinite fx45 Never installed glass or much with autos I’m a flooring installer trying to be a mechanic for the day. If I could afford to pay a pro I probably would... any advice or tips feel free to message me Thanks!!!
this isn't the model of vehicle i need to change the window on(kia soul) but this video is handy for the basic mechanics of replacing a window in smoothly
Great video. ONE important piece of information missing. Notice how he insert the glass from outside in.. If you insert the glass from the inside, it will not go in. He showed how but didn't explain that part.
I watched it twice to make sure. Very well explained and you didn’t ramble on like some do. I appreciate that! I’m subscribing
I had to smash my car window after the lock broke with my baby inside the car. Following this video I (34 year old women with no mechanical experience) fitted the window myself and saved £250 in the processes. Brilliant video! Thank you!
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Youre a good mom
@Nicolas Beyer underrated comment😄
I know you probably didn't but I imagined "Mommies commin!" and glass shooting at your baby. Im glad things worked out
Where did you put the window guides on the window before putting it back in the door and on the window regulator?
Who else is because of a car thief?👇
I’m here because I didn’t give a homeless guy a dollar once and now he breaks my window every time I fix it 🤦🏾♂️
I’m here because your mom broke it while I was nailing her.
I'm here because I broke into my own car 😢
@@9yogi_steeze lol
Strimmer.
Have to say I was quoted $245 to fix the window and after watching this and doing it myself I got the job done for $30. Not bad for a sheila!!
This dude is so awesome. Clear concise and professional. He rocks. Fkng rock star.
Somebody just did the same thing to us tonight (broke into our truck). Looking in UA-cam just this video, thanks for the time you took to teach us this process. Great video. 😁
239 people clicked thumbs down????? What could they possibly have found wrong with this awesome video!! Great Job dude. Thanks!
239 people have broken into / stole from another's car
The people who want $700 for this job.
No make mo d El mentioned, idio t thinks all are same
If you have power windows it's going to be almost exactly the same just make sure you disconnect the power connector for the window switch before completely pulling the door panel to avoid damaging any wires; and you'll need to have your ignition on to manipulate the window when removing/ installing the glass.
Thanks that told me what I needed to know
I was wondering about that ty
Where is the power connector for the switch?
@@xSkittles4mexdid you find out where the power connector is?
The one I got from the junkyard doesn't. Have bolts on the bottom so it's useless?
Thanks Mate. I was having dramas trying to get the circlip of the window winder first, but then trying to put the new glass back in was an issue. I scrolled through the vid, found the part how to put it in left end first and walla! Its done. I was quoted $260 AUD, but brought one from the wreckers for $45 AUD. I prob could have got it cheaper, but its winter and can't afford the cops putting a default notice on it. Cheers and take my Thumbs up! You deserve it!
He makes it look so easy. But whenever I try to fix stuff it usually end up with the thing even more broken and me cursing
Same here
That is what brought me here. Ha.
Same bro ifk
Same here
Same
Great video helped me a great deal. My window was off track, didn't know about the bolts to loosen the the tracks. Worked like a charm. job took 10 minutes. Had I not seen this great video, I would have shattered the window by forcing into track. Very Thankful
Reuse junkyard spare parts is great. Very useful and well done video.
That’s what I just got told to do. I never would have even guess to look there! My first thought was safelite 😂
I used this as inspiration to replace a side window in my 04 Pilot that I unfortunately knocked out with a rock with a weedwhacker :( $68 for the glass, a few hours install. Thanks for the video!
I’m 35 seconds in and I already really like this guy
Saved me with this. The window on my Volvo V70 came off the regulator, was driving around without a shotgun window for a while lol. Thanks again 🙏
Thanks this will help. Never seen a magnetic parts tray on its side before. Neat
This is the best tutorial of car window... Thank you so much mister 😘😘😘
What about electric windows? Does any of the fixing process change for a procedure like that?
For some vehicles, the window fit is so tight or the seals sticky and old, one way to make it easier is to generously lubricate with soapy water and a paintbrush
Wait, paintbrushes are a type of lubricants?
@@albieoval1657i think he meant apply the soapy water with a paintrbush
I need to replace the front drivers side glass on a 2019 Ford Flex. It is electric windows. Your video was one with the manual roll up type. Is is pretty much the same for the electric windows ?
11 years later, people still breaking car windows
I'm only 38 seconds into this video and I already know I'm going to like it!
I wonder if stuffing the open door cavity full with a towel or some spare/junk wrapping foam would be a worthwhile precaution in the unlikely event one did accidentally drop the glass during installation?
You know that's a great idea. I'm replacing the window on my boss's expensive Audi tomorrow, we had to wait a week for the glass, I'm actually going to do that.....thanks
If my window is spiderwebbed and falling out pretty much. Do i have to break it all the way out before i do all this?
I didn’t understand the “rail” with the screw/nut on bottom left. Is it to attach the window too?
I have a passenger power window to replace on my Montero sport because my neighbor kids hit the window with a hard Football.
After an argument my neighbor didn’t recognize the fact but if I can do it myself that would be great.
Thank you for this! Thanks to your video I, a 49 year woman who has no experience with cars, could replace my shattered window glass! Excellent instructions 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
After watching this video turns out replacing a car window isn't as hard as I thought. I needed to replace my passenger window and quarter window and I was quoted 300 for the passenger and 900 for the quarter. I did it myself and it cost me around 200 for everything.
I'm doing a course on door glass for work next week.
Thanks for the video. Hopefully it'll give me a good head start.
Where exactly do you put the window guides on the glass prior to putting in on the window regulator?
Will be waiting for Answer 05/09/2019 at 6:08pm EST
Wtf why did you timestamp this?
Hi, Ben--Same thing happened to my wife's 2005 Odyssey. We have glass insurance, only the guy they sent out didn't bother to clean the glass off of the latch assembly. When glass bits tumbled into the latch, it got jammed in the locked position. Then actuator hammered itself to death every time she pressed the lock / unlock button on her key ring. Doing the trim removal etc, was next to impossible with the door shut, and when I finally took it to a dealer, fixing the latch and actuator cost over 700.00! The glass person's response....well the new window works fine, so I'm out of here.
Wow, shows what kind of "reponsonable" workers people are hiring in 😳. Millionals
Great video Ben!
4:30 this is a Key point! (loosen bottom of front guide track) thanks for that🙂
Good video. I already knew how to replace a window but figured in the event that I hit a snag that there might be a tip that would help... Loosening the track itself will likely do the trick. Thanks a lot man.
Is it the same with a power switch to raise the window as it is to crank the window when installing?
so what lubricant did you use on the window... great video ... thank you...
This is such a good video. I am surprised that I like the host, I can relate to his tired sighs after doing smell motions; case and point 5:00 . Very useful information, I'm sick of relying on expensive ass mechanics
Thank you for explaining the risks if you get it wrong
I did this on a 2004 BMW and it really was a piece of cake. Used panel tools and it took less than an hour.
Someone broke into my car and now I am having to do the same thing. Really informative video.
MINES JUST BEEN BROKEN INTO MAYBE A HOUR AGO
Was ready to say some BS but that tip on making the"nose" and "back" of glass slide in Grove...then sliding back up the way you did Helped!!. Hmmhmm.....so, ..... Thanks 🤷🏾♂️
Tonight my truck was broken Into while I was at work. I’m about to do this job I have some experience in mechanic work and I hope this is as easy as it seems. I do have a different truck though.
Thank you I have look all over to find out how to fix a window an your video is the only one that show me how
Is it much Harder for cars with Power Windows... By the way love your show Ben.
Can I use the two old window holder ?
Thanks for shearing, it was a lot of help!
I was replacing passenger side door window on my 1997 Honda Odyssey and kind of stuck as how to get it started on both side window run channel. I googled and watched your video and got the job done in half an hour. Awesome video and very good detailed instructions. Good job. Thank you very much.
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Mine has electric windows, will that make installation more difficult?
Best intro ever.
I wish there was a video on a 2004 jeep liberty for this....it's quite a bit harder on it :/ I only payed $15 for the glass but getting it out was a utter pita and required far more than your video did lol.
I'm about to try an replace one on my girlfriend's 04 liberty. Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
@@mattrobey2508 Wish I could, but honestly after almost 5 years I don't remember, some asshole nailed me about 18 months later and totaled my Jeep, I then parted it out and sold it all off. My clips/bracket were different style though and I ended up having to move some pieces off the old window to the new window in order to make it work.
The window guides that are glued to the glass on mine are plastic and they are what's broke my window itself is fine. What do I use to get that epoxy and broken plastic pieces off the glass so I can install new ones?
Much better then the first episode. Personality is good!
Can i replace it with plexi glass?
It looks like you fit the window in skinny part first and then just shifted it around. So the key is loosening the track. Is this the same for the rear passenger side window? Please post ASAP. Doing this today!
Hi! I have a 95 explorer that needs a rear driver side window. Is it relatively the same process? Thanks!
Did you clear glass out of rubber ?
HELP I just bought passenger door glass at amazon for my 2000 GMC sierra 1500 pick up the bottom of the glass is not flat or level front to back I'm not sure if this is the correct glass or not been driving with no glass for two weeks to work back n forth how can I find out if this is the correct glass or not?
Is this process as simple for replacing a power window?
Yes i agree with iambetterthanyoufool (interesting name). Is this the same general process for a power window?
Does this work for all cars?
Is it pretty much the same concept for an automatic window?
will this work with all cars or just that kind of truck
The bolt that holds the glass to the regulator on my truck came loose and fell off, thus causing the window to break. Why doesnt the factory put a little lock tite or something on the bolts? Is there a good reason not to?
Will Robinson removal 99 door glass Ranger
thanks for sharing, i have the same problem broken glass need to replace it. but mine is a power window so may be a little technical procedure than an manual window.
my window clips (03 Lincoln Nav,) seem to be Siliconed to the pane, is it a necessity to correctly marry the pieces back together ? Please try to respond, do i "need" to scrape the old silicone out, then add new, then marry the clips back onto the window for "Holding Power" ??
that would be ideal.
I had someone throw a brick through the drivers door window in my 1998 E350 1 ton, the glass bracket was put on with rivets so I spent almost 2 hours trying to drill out the rivets . I am having a problem getting the new glass in the window track,(not the regulator track but the actual window opening track) can get it into the back but not the front, the glass is quite curved, any tips on what to do.......ty
What do you if the window won’t roll down? Had my window smashed and took the broken glass out but now the clasp won’t go down to fasten new glass in
Awsome video you are the only one with a video on this tyvm.. I only ask for one on power windows guessing not much diff I'll find out soon jus lil worried about electric stuff
That intro was priceless :D
My window does not have bolts like that holding it in. It has a rivet and 3 bent out pieces of thick metal holding it in. How do I get these out?
i have a problem with my passenger side power window. it gets stuck usually about an inch or two from the top. sometimes it wont get stuck, but it does most of the time. help?
Hello sir.loved ur video.one question. Does this template of replacing window glass applies to all cars.or different car manufacturers have different connections and boltings/screwings. I mean does all cars have same type of such mechanism.
Great Job. for people know nothing about mechanic we appreciate this video.
I used this to put in a cut to size 1/4' acrylic sheet in a magnum when my car was broken into looks very official when cut to size and works much better then tape
Be nice to know what size tools you need
What are black clamps that were on the window as you installed it? I don’t think you mentioned them
My glass did not have them
Thank you so much for this video. It was the glass installation portion that I could not figure out prior to this video. Very informative. Carry on. This is well done. Colin
Excellent thank you ..I hope you were able to locate your merchandise that was unfairly traded.
Im looking to replace the rear window of an HHR. In not getting to directions.
No videos for rear driver side window replacement
Great introduction👍🏽👍🏽
I got window cleaned and ready to put on the guides not sure where to put them so they match regulator bolt holes........??????
Have someone hold the window in place so you can hold the guides where they need to be then make marks where they need to go. Take the glass back out and then attach the guides where your marks are.
I already have the window out and the regulator. Problem was guides fell off and regulator needed changing too . I matched the guides while out on the regulator with the window and the regulator both outside the window.
Excellent video.
How would I press down the back side of wheels that go into track? I ordered some but there is no press at my house. I drilled out the old brackets to where I can fit the new wheel END through the hole. But how would anyone ever be able to smash that end down to where it will hold? Anyone? Thanks. Great video.
I tried installing the driver side window of my minivan - because people had busted out the driver side front side window to release the hood to steel my headlights, which they cut the wiring - but I can't get the window to fit in the door.
to adhere the glass clamps,
that glue did you use?
Gabriel Gonzalez Vasquez It looks like the used glass he bought from the scrap yard already had the clips "glass clamps" installed.
Thx for video. My car got broken into last night! Low life smashed my window and stole my brothers karaoke machine! What an awful day it has been.
6:35 My problem is that I need to reinstall the wheels mounted on the X that moves thru the sliding rail. I don't know how to angle it.
Thanks man, I just replaced mine today🙌🏾
very informative, simple and to the point. thank you for sharing.
But he didn't say anything about the size of the socket for the bolt 😮, mentioned Philips head screw driver 🙄 twice.
Hey ben, what year is your truck?
Could this work for a 2003 f150
Thanks in advance
have a 2000 Explorer it does not have bolts to unscrew on window. Do you drill out the rivets??
Yes then replace the rivets with bolts
I just love it...someone arguing with Car and Driver...lol.
First 5 seconds in...I'ma watch the whole thing
Can anyone tell or send me a link on how to remove the rear door window on a 2000 dodge durango. I cant find any videos on how to do so
Bought a great truck, 1996 F250 but need a wing window..Found one but can't figure out how to get them out
Great instructional video, would have been nice if it had been better lit, as it's very dark and difficult to see details.
Thanks for the great video. great quality on all aspects. keep it up!
Thank you, Nice presentation and to the point. You made it look easy.
Trying to replace glass in a 2003 infinite fx45
Never installed glass or much with autos
I’m a flooring installer trying to be a mechanic for the day. If I could afford to pay a pro I probably would... any advice or tips feel free to message me
Thanks!!!
this isn't the model of vehicle i need to change the window on(kia soul) but this video is handy for the basic mechanics of replacing a window in smoothly
Great video. ONE important piece of information missing. Notice how he insert the glass from outside in.. If you insert the glass from the inside, it will not go in. He showed how but didn't explain that part.