BMW 330i 325i E46 Window Regulator Replacement DIY

Step-by-step on how to replace a window regulator on an BMW E46 3 series with helpful tips on what to do if your window is stuck in the open or closed position because the regulator has jammed.

[failoblivious]

You're amazing man! My passenger door regulator went out for the second time (different point of failure each time) a week ago and I just knew either you or shoplifetv would come in clutch. I believe it was near $650 for diag, parts, and repair at a locally owned shop. But with Your knowledge, my time, tools I already owned. I only paid the price for parts which at this time is only $40. Thank you for everything you do for the e46 community!

[shamusbarringer]

Thank you young man, I'm a 68 year old recycled teen-ager here in a cold and damp England 🇬🇧.
I've just spent a miserable afternoon at the side of the road sat on the pavement (side walk to those in the colony's) fitting a new window winder.
Without you I would have given up, how are ment to get an 8mm spanner in to re attached the glass?
Thanks to your video I now have a working window again Yah Hoo!
You have made an old man very happy, you didn't know you were going to do that today did you?
Once again thank you you are a star ⭐. 😀🤟🤪✅

[TreBeats]

50’s kid is the guru for any and all e46 DIY jobs 😂. He’s been my go to since i’ve owned this car. 13 years strong and my regulator just failed

[rbell]

Been fixing my E46 for 5 years now, always with help of 50s Kid - really good filming, calm clear analysis and explanation - one of the best Youtube presenters I've seen. Thanks Jason for the huge amount of work you put in, it's much appreciated!

[rayerven]

I don’t know how anyone would “thumbs down” any of your videos. Thank you from a ‘01 330i owner.

[ludwigkirchner]

Thanks mate. Third time doing drivers side, second time passenger. You covered just about everything. I used a zip tie to hang the airbag from the top of the door frame and didn't disconnect it, and duct tape to hold the window up while installing the new regulator.
2004 325i 151K

[turbolabamerica]

You videos are much better than all of the other ones. Thanks for the help

[dinkodobrev]

Thank you for the excellent tutorial, just did my windows today. Just one little addition - remove the 4 bolts holding the regulator motor to the gear mechanism, and it comes off very easy. Spray some grease inside the gear mechanism, this makes a big difference in the window speed going up and down.

[imstillwing]

This was such a pain in the ass. Thank you for the step by step though. You really helped.

[senorsicon]

You are awesome! I just replaced my driver's door window regulator on my 2003 325xi. I followed your video every step of the way, and while I am sure it took me a little longer than you, I got it right the first try with absolutely no problems! The hardest part for me was just getting the new regulator in the door - the various metal tabs and flanges on that thing just wanted to get hung up on everything!

I don't know if there is a repair on my e46 that you haven't made a video about (thankfully!). This one saved me about $250 in labor costs! Thank you so much for all the time and effort you put into making all of these incredible videos!

[moisessanchez]

Yo 50skid! I’ve just bought my first manual e46BMW. 99 328i. I am in love with this car and your videos have brought more joy into my life with my car. Thank you so much.

Be blessed

Moises

[Ris-vw]

now this is the best video tutorial. thank you! watched about 5 different guys trying to do the same video and completely failed compared to you 😂. so I for one really appreciate the work you've put into this. cheers!

[wendydarmanin]

Very good video, clear voice and no annoying music, miles ahead of some of the others. Thanks for showing.

[mrromo]

I swear bro, you’re My go to guy! If I don’t see 50’sKid, I don’t bother looking, thanks for all the videos Brotha, blessing your way!

[jyo]

Awesome! I know I will refer back to this video a few more times before I tackle my window regulator. Your channel has been invaluable to me in my E46 repair travels. Thank you for all your hard work, time and effort you put into it.

[natbaby_]

My God thank you for this video. Everybody has videos on if your window is stuck down nobody has one on what to do if it’s stuck UP. I have 0 wiggle room for the window, gonna try this in a few. Thank you!!

[JMUDoc]

Just finished this on mine - it really, _really_ helps if you can afford to cut the old reg out.
Managed to do it with the airbag still attached (just bungeed it to the wing mirror) and lucked out in not having to adjust the motor once it was done.

Make sure you've got a very thin socket for the glass-to-runner bolts; I had to use one on the end of a screwdriver because none of my ratchet set's extension bars would fit through that tiny hole in the door skin.

[iguy]

I've taken these doors apart over a dozen times, and I always forget the t30 torx, and that there is the 8mm...
Thanks again. Timeless video.

[snivesz]

I just finished doing the drivers side. I didn't need to remove the inner window trim. One small tip is to leave the motor attached to position the regulator slides into the proper position to access the screw to attach the glass to the regulator mounts. But just be sure to disconnect the battery any time you mess with airbag systems (usually cables in yellow).

[hmp]

Thank you! Your videos by far are the clearest and easiest to follow