Audi RS3 Window Motor Regulator Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(4)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(4)

Window Motor Regulator Replacement Service

How much does a Window Motor Regulator Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Audi RS3 Window Motor Regulator Replacement is $423 with $328 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2018 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Front ReplacementEstimate$770.61Shop/Dealer Price$944.52 - $1443.73
2017 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$807.60Shop/Dealer Price$987.54 - $1491.28
2018 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$750.61Shop/Dealer Price$924.53 - $1423.76
2018 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$750.61Shop/Dealer Price$924.51 - $1423.72
2017 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$883.60Shop/Dealer Price$1071.58 - $1581.36
2017 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$807.60Shop/Dealer Price$987.54 - $1491.27
2017 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Front ReplacementEstimate$895.60Shop/Dealer Price$1083.22 - $1592.72
2018 Audi RS3L5-2.5L TurboService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$755.61Shop/Dealer Price$929.77 - $1429.18
Show example Audi RS3 Window Motor Regulator Replacement prices

What is the Window Motor/Regulator Assembly all about?

The window regulator typically has over a dozen components that help it move up or down in a very specific fashion throughout the entire raising or lowering of your windows. These components all work together in two unique assemblies: the scissor style window regulator and the cable operated window regulator.

There are scissor-style window regulators that operate like a giant pair of scissors inside your door. They’re usually almost flat when your window is all the way down and in a near perfect X when the window is all the way up. You can look at a scissor style regulator as having several thick pieces of steel that keep the window in place. It’s sturdy, but requires a strong motor that often wears out before everything else.

Cable-operated window regulators use a near vertical cable to help the window get into the right position. It’s a more compact design that puts less stress on the motor. But it is also more susceptible towards breaking due to the increased stress that the pulley and cable must harness to raise and lower your window. In most cases, a cable operated window regulator is composed of one thick piece of metal with a pulley and wire attached to it -- along with a more compact motor.

The electric motor is designed to withstand a certain number of raises and lowerings of your window. While the regulator helps hold the window in place, the motor provides the force needed to make the window stay exactly where you like.

Keep in mind:

  • A window regulator assembly is composed of two components: a motor and a regulator. These components when replaced typically require you to deal with the removal of your door panel, clips, and in certain cases, even the removal of rivets and the specific removal of multiple related components.

  • A window regulator assembly is usually a complicated piece of equipment that can require specialized tools and a lot of patience -- work best left to a professional mechanic.

How it's done:

  • The inside door panel is removed
  • The electrical connection is disconnected and motor removed
  • The window regulator is replaced
  • The window motor is reinstalled
  • The inside door panel is reinstalled and the window is tested

Our recommendation:

If your window is gradually beginning to slow down it’s often better to take care of it while the window can be shut. Once a window regulator stops working completely, it rarely starts working again unless you have other issues that can be identified by a mechanical inspection.

You should have it inspected by a professional mechanic who can test the multiple components that provide the power needed to make the window and regulator assembly work properly.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Window Motor/Regulator Assembly?

  • If your window is going down ever more slowly, stopping, or needs several presses of the power window button to close, chances are your motor is wearing out.

  • The window regulator assembly can also get off track or completely detach from the window. If you find that the window doesn’t close evenly or hear banging noises inside your door, that assembly may need a closer look.

How important is this service?

A properly operating window motor and regulator allow you, your passengers, and your car's interior to remain dry and safe. Sometimes a window regulator will stop working entirely without the window being fully closed. So of course, getting this service done sooner is better than waiting for an outright failure to occur..

The interiors and power features of your vehicle can also get damaged due to one heavy rainfall that can happen when you least suspect it. So if you’re having issues now, keep you and your car dry by having the issues looked at.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Audi mechanics

Real customer reviews from Audi owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(4)

Rating Summary
2
0
0
0
2
2
0
0
0
2

Chris

22 years of experience
2223 reviews
Chris
22 years of experience
Audi A4 Quattro V6-2.8L - Window Motor / Regulator Assembly Replacement (Driver Side Rear) - Newport Beach, California
Chris is fantastic! Will ask for him again to service my Audi A4

Scott

36 years of experience
898 reviews
Scott
36 years of experience
Audi A4 L4-1.8L Turbo - Window Motor / Regulator Assembly Replacement (Driver Side Front) - Scottsdale, Arizona
Scott was outstanding. Carefully took his time doing the job right in what turned out to be a very complicated repair.

Robert

31 years of experience
641 reviews
Robert
31 years of experience
Audi A6 Quattro V6-2.7L Turbo - Alternator Repair - Palo Alto, California

Jonathan

26 years of experience
18 reviews
Jonathan
26 years of experience
Audi TT L4-1.8L Turbo - Thermostat - Palo Alto, California
Jonathan was extremely nice and polite, yet in my first drive after he worked on my car there are sounds from the engine that weren't there before and a service light went on (also, wasn't there before). Considering the fact that the first mechanic you sent simply didn't show up, wasn't available when I called to check if he is coming, and also that the main costumer service didn't answer - I am VERY disappointed by the service I got...

Excellent Rating

(4)

Rating Summary
2
0
0
0
2
2
0
0
0
2
Number of Audi Window Motor Regulator Replacement services completed
44+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Audi MECHANICS
700+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How Frequently Do Headlight Bulbs Burn Out?
Headlights Headlights aren’t just convenience accessories – they’re required for driving at night. They’re also important for safety, which is why so many modern cars come with daytime running lights as a standard feature. Of course, light bulbs have a...
How Long Does a Main Relay (Computer/Fuel System) Last?
Common signs include the engine not starting, inability to stay running for a long time, and no communication with scan tools.
P0315 OBD-II Trouble Code: Crankshaft Position System Variation Not Learned
Trouble code P0315 means the crankshaft position system has a fault, often caused by faulty wiring or corroded sensor connector.

Car won't shift out of Park

One of the more common reasons I have come across as to why your Chevy will not shift out of park is the brake light switch failing. It is natural to ask why the brake light would prevent your Chevy...

Car has oil leak around middle of engine

Hi there. An oil leak can be a very frustrating ordeal to go through. There are Many types of oils in your vehicle including, engine oil, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, and also coolant. To ensure proper diagnosis, I would...

What is the average labor cost to replace the engine in a 1997 lexis es3000

It takes about 15 hours to remove the engine on the 1997 ES300 and substitute another one. That figure does not include ANY time for rebuilding or re-conditioning. It is based simply on removing the complete engine from the vehicle...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com