Back Window Motor: Service and Repair

2010 Mercury Mountaineer 2WD V6-4.0LSECTION Service and Repair



Window Regulator Motor - Rear









Removal and Installation

NOTE: The power rear window motor must be initialized when repairs are performed on any part of the power rear window system including when: the power rear window motor is removed from the window regulator drum housing, a new power rear motor is installed, a new power rear window regulator is installed, a new power rear window glass module is installed, and any operation in which grease or lubricants are applied to the power rear window system.

1. Remove the rear window glass regulator. For additional information, refer to Window Regulator - Rear Service and Repair.

2. Remove the 3 window regulator motor bolts.
- To install, tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).

3. Remove the window regulator motor.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Initialize the power rear window motor. For additional information, refer to Window Motor Initialization - Rear Window Motor Initialization - Rear.

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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.