How to Replace Power Window Regulator 05-10 Pontiac G6
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 50 min · Pontiac G6
Replace the front power window regulator on a 2005–2010 Pontiac G6 by supporting the glass, exchanging the regulator, and testing its movement before restoring the water shield and door trim.
Tools you will need
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Putty Knife
- T30 Driver
- 10mm Socket
- Ratchet
- Painter's Tape
Parts and supplies
- Front power window regulator
Steps
Remove the door panel
Switch off the ignition. Release the interior-handle trim and remove its Torx screw, then disconnect the latch cables and lock wiring. Remove the door-pull screws and panel rivet, unplug the window switch, free the panel clips, and lift the panel away. Peel back the water shield.
Secure the glass and remove the regulator
Loosen the two glass-retaining bolts, raise the window by hand, and secure it with painter's tape. Peel back the adhesive access squares, unplug the motor lead, and remove the regulator's five mounting bolts before guiding the assembly out.
Install the replacement regulator
Feed the new regulator into the door and hang it on one mounting bolt. Install and tighten its five fasteners, then reconnect the motor lead and temporarily reconnect the switch to cycle the regulator as needed.
Reattach and test the window
Support the glass while removing the tape, then lower it onto the regulator and reinstall both retaining bolts. Replace the adhesive access squares and cycle the window to confirm smooth, full travel before switching off the ignition.
Restore the water shield and door panel
Press the water shield into place, reconnect the door lock and latch cables, and plug in the switch panel. Align the panel clips and press them home, reinstall the pull and handle screws and trim, and test the window and door controls.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.