For doors with standard panel fasteners, look for screws along the top, base, and side of the panel. For doors where the fasteners are hidden or non-standard, check your owner’s manual for diagrams and removal instructions.

Though any thin tool can be used, ranging from small crowbars to thin pieces of metal, specialty panel removal tools will make the job easier.

Depending on your car’s make and model, replacement regulators typically cost between $190 and $270, not including a motor.

If the motor seems fine but doesn’t operate correctly, replace the associated fuse in the fuse box. If it still doesn’t work, check the window control switch by connecting an ohmmeter to it and looking for little to no resistance when the switch is pressed. [9] X Research source Depending on your car’s make and model, expect replacement motors to cost between $120 and $240, not including a regulator.

Though not always available, model-specific replacement wires generally run between $15 and $50 dollars.

If the window is stuck, run a thin utility knife between the window and door to remove any blockage, then continue sliding it down. Keep the blade parallel to the window to avoid scratching it. If the window will not move down, pull the panel out through the top opening and reinsert it.

In some cars, you may need to remove the bolts on the window track, slide the window in, and rebolt the track.