This procedure covers the removal and replacement of the front window motor and regulator assembly on a 2016-2024 Hyundai Tucson with 2.5L I4 engine.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front window regulator and motor assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Door panel clips (if damaged) × 1 — Replace as needed

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level surface and engage parking brake
2. Roll front window fully up before beginning work
3. Disconnect negative battery terminal and wait 3 minutes for airbag system to discharge
4. Gather all replacement parts and verify correct regulator side (driver or passenger)

Procedure

1. 1

   Remove door panel
   Remove the screw cover cap from the door pull handle. Remove the T30 Torx screw behind it. Use plastic trim tools to carefully pry out the switch panel from the armrest, disconnect the electrical connectors for window and mirror switches. Remove two 10mm bolts from the armrest area. Starting at the bottom rear corner, use trim tools to release the panel clips around the perimeter. Lift the door panel up and off the door frame.
2. 2

   Remove water barrier
   Carefully peel back the plastic water barrier from the door frame. Work slowly to avoid tearing. You may need to remove some adhesive foam. Leave barrier attached at top if possible to ease reinstallation.
3. 3

   Secure window glass
   Roll window down approximately 6 inches to access the regulator-to-glass mounting bolts through the access holes in the door frame. Once bolts are visible, support the glass with blocks or secure it in the full-up position using painter's tape from glass to door frame exterior. This prevents glass from falling when regulator is disconnected.
4. 4

   Disconnect glass from regulator
   Through the door access holes, locate the two 10mm bolts securing the window glass to the regulator carrier. Remove these bolts while supporting the glass. Carefully slide the glass upward and out of the regulator channel. Secure glass in fully raised position.
5. 5

   Disconnect motor electrical connector
   Locate the window motor electrical connector inside the door. Press the release tab and disconnect the connector. Ensure connector is pushed back into door cavity to prevent damage during regulator removal.
6. 6

   Remove regulator mounting bolts
   Locate all regulator mounting bolts (typically 4-6 bolts depending on exact configuration). Remove the 10mm bolts securing the regulator assembly to the door frame. Note bolt positions as some may be different lengths. The regulator motor assembly is secured with bolts torqued to specification.
   Torque spec

   Module Mounting Bolts8 Nm (6 lb-ft)
7. 7

   Remove regulator assembly
   Carefully maneuver the regulator and motor assembly through the large access opening in the door frame. You may need to angle and rotate the assembly to clear the door structure. Work slowly to avoid snagging cables or damaging components inside the door.
8. 8

   Install new regulator assembly
   Position the new regulator and motor assembly and carefully feed it through the door access opening. Align the regulator mounting holes with the door frame. Thread all mounting bolts hand-tight before torquing any fasteners.
9. 9

   Torque regulator mounting bolts
   Using a torque wrench, tighten all regulator mounting bolts to specification in a cross-pattern to ensure even pressure distribution. Verify all bolts are properly seated before final torquing.
   Torque spec

   Module Mounting Bolts8 Nm (6 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Reconnect electrical and glass
    Connect the window motor electrical connector, ensuring it clicks into place. Lower the window glass into the regulator channel and align the mounting holes. Install the two 10mm glass-to-regulator bolts and tighten securely but do not overtighten to avoid cracking glass mounting points.
11. 11

    Reinstall water barrier and door panel
    Reconnect negative battery terminal. Test window operation through full up and down travel before reinstalling door panel. Press water barrier back into position ensuring complete seal. Reconnect switch panel electrical connectors. Position door panel over door frame, engage top edge first, then press panel firmly around perimeter to seat all clips. Reinstall armrest bolts and door pull screw. Replace screw cover cap.
    Torque spec

    Battery Terminal Bolts6 Nm (4 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Ensure all electrical connectors are fully seated and locked
2. Verify water barrier is completely sealed to prevent moisture intrusion
3. Check that all door panel clips are properly engaged before testing window operation
4. Confirm no tools or parts are left inside door cavity before final panel installation

Verification

• Test window operation through complete up and down cycles multiple times
• Verify window operates smoothly without binding or unusual noise
• Check auto-up and auto-down functions (if equipped) - may require recalibration procedure
• Confirm window seals properly at full-up position with no gaps
• Test all door switches and controls for proper function
• Verify door panel is secure with no rattles or loose clips

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