[R129 SL] Power window motor replacement

r129list@mbcoupes.com r129list@mbcoupes.com
Mon, 10 Jun 2002 18:14:34 -0500


I just spent a good four hours removing the door panel, speakers, vacuum lines, etc. 
from the door and putting in a new power window motor.....Now that I know where 
everything goes, I could do it under two hours...so if anyone has a problem with their 
power windows not working...I would be happy to assist over email on the diagnosis and 
repair procedure.

It is much easier once you are in the door than earlier cars....i.e. the window stays up 
and the gears just pop into place...on body styles even into the eighties, a motor 
replacement involves propping up the windows with a stick....and the space is very 
narrow...

I was surprised how easy it was on the R129...

-Patrick Greene
www.patrickgreene.net/cars.htm