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E38 740il window reglator fixable?

 
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druggrepp



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PostPosted: Fri Jan 19, 2007 3:36 pm    Post subject: E38 740il window reglator fixable? Reply with quote
I just bought a 2001 740il and the right rear window regulator is making that bad cable sound.
After replacing a reg on my last 740, I found I could have just put the cable back on the pulley. has anyone ever just fixed the existing regulator?
Usually the cable just jumps the trolly
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edjack



Joined: 04 Feb 2002
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Location: San Jose, CA
PostPosted: Sun Jan 21, 2007 11:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
While I've not repaired mine yet, I've read where most E38/39 rear window regulators must be replaced, rather than repaired, since one of the pieces actually breaks; one owner has repaired, rather than replaced.

You'll need to open it up to see for sure.
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