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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012TAURUS FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSWINDOWSWINDOW REGULATORREAR DOOR WINDOW REGULATORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Taurus FWD V6-3.5L
Rear Door Window Regulator: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Taurus FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Window Regulator and Motor - Rear Door
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the window control switch. For additional information, refer to Window Control Switch .
2. Remove the rear door trim panel.
3. Remove the water shield.
4. Temporarily install the window control switch and lower the window glass to access the glass-to-regulator clamp locking tab.
5. Using a suitable tool, push the glass-to-regulator clamp locking tab inward then gently lift the glass upward slightly to release the glass from the regulator clamp.
- To install, gently push the glass down into the clamp until an audible click is heard, indicating the glass has seated correctly into the glass clamp.
6. Tape the window in the full UP position.
7. Disconnect the window motor electrical connector.
8. Remove the 3 window regulator fasteners and the window regulator and motor assembly from the door.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.