Ford Tempo 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

(18)

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

(18)

Window Motor Regulator Replacement Service

How much does a Window Motor Regulator Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Ford Tempo Window Motor Regulator Replacement is $329 with $189 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1991 Ford TempoL4-2.3LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Front ReplacementEstimate$669.36Shop/Dealer Price$801.55 - $1190.02
1992 Ford TempoV6-3.0LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$765.91Shop/Dealer Price$922.72 - $1389.04
1994 Ford TempoV6-3.0LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$918.11Shop/Dealer Price$1113.00 - $1693.48
1990 Ford TempoL4-2.3LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$582.53Shop/Dealer Price$693.52 - $1022.32
1994 Ford TempoL4-2.3LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$688.59Shop/Dealer Price$827.57 - $1237.02
1993 Ford TempoL4-2.3LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$617.55Shop/Dealer Price$737.44 - $1092.61
1991 Ford TempoL4-2.3LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Driver Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$581.57Shop/Dealer Price$692.34 - $1020.43
1991 Ford TempoL4-2.3LService typeWindow Motor / Regulator Assembly - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$582.53Shop/Dealer Price$693.52 - $1022.32
Show example Ford Tempo 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 Ford mechanics

Real customer reviews from Ford owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(18)

Rating Summary
18
0
0
0
0
18
0
0
0
0

Carlos

29 years of experience
601 reviews
Carlos
29 years of experience
Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Exhaust Manifold - San Bernardino, California
Carlos was prompt, friendly, and competent. The car is going to need some more work before I can get it back on the road, and I look forward to having him do it.

Joshua

28 years of experience
709 reviews
Joshua
28 years of experience
Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Valve Cover Gasket - Oakley, California

Andre

17 years of experience
55 reviews
Andre
17 years of experience
Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Electric Problems - Gambrills, Maryland
Andres was friendly, professional and competent. He methodically diagnosed the electrical problem - the seat adjustment connection was stuck in the on position - and he was happy when he did so. I asked him many questions and he was supportive and knowledgeable. What a great service .

Joshua

28 years of experience
709 reviews
Joshua
28 years of experience
Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Mechanic Consultation - Oakley, California

Excellent Rating

(18)

Rating Summary
18
0
0
0
0
18
0
0
0
0
Number of Ford Tempo services completed
198+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Ford MECHANICS
1800+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Get the Smoke Smell Out of Your Car
If you smoke in your car it can lead to bad smells. Use baking soda and fabric freshener on car upholstery to remove the smoke smell from your car.
What does a Pull/Clear CEL code or check engine light mean?
What kinds of car issues could the check engine light indicate?
How Long Does a Heater Blower Motor Last?
During During the colder parts of the month, you will start to rely more and more on your car’s heater. With all of the different components that are in place to ensure your heater works correctly, you may have a...

Window not working

Thank you for your inquiry. If the window will not go up or down easily, or seems to shift during operation, the window regulator may have a mechanical failure. This includes a broken mechanical connection to the glass or even...

SUV won't accelerate properly after 2 hours of driving

The CVT transmission on the vehicle may go into what is called 'transmission safe mode' if it is overheating. The safe mode will cause low engine power, and limited shifting of the CVT system. This could be caused by incorrect...

How do I override the interior light delay module so when I shut the door the lights will turn off?

Hi there. The interior lamp control module is located under the center of the instrument panel on the dash of your vehicle. Look for any ground wires to the interior light circuits to see if they are loose. If all...

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