BMW Window Switch Replacement | DIY with Pictures
Is your BMW window switch not working? Learn how to replace the window switch on a BMW. A defective BMW window switch is one of the main reasons a BMW window won’t go up and down.
A BMW window switch may stop working due to normal wear or if rain falls on the window switch when the window is left open. In both cases, BMW windows won’t go up and down, and the door lock/unlock feature may not work.
What you will need
- BMW Window Switch
- Mechanic Toolset Metric
- Torx Bits Set
- Dashboard Trim Removal
Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal. The battery in most BMWs is located in the trunk on the passenger side.
Remove the door panel. Remove the screws that hold the door panel in place.
The typical cost to change the BMW window switch at the dealership is $350 to $550. The cost of changing the BMW door window switches at home is under $100.
If the button has come off your window switch, replace only the buttons with new caps. There is no need to remove the door panel and the window switch.
We hope you find the BMW Window Switch Replacement | DIY with Pictures guide helpful. Check out these vehicle repair guides for more help troubleshooting and repairing your BMW.