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E36 Window Regulators, Sliders and Motors by Body Style
1992-1999 E36 front power-window systems. Sedan, coupe, convertible and Compact use different regulators, motors and glass/guide hardware; side matters.
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WHERE TO BUY
Open an exact listing, then confirm fitment, stock, price, and shipping with the seller before ordering.
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View listing at Bmwpartsdeal; opens in a new tabWhat you need to know
Identify body, door and side, then determine whether the failure is slider clip, regulator pivot/cable, motor/gear, switch, wiring or glass guide. Support the glass during service and replace damaged moisture barriers.
OEM numbers
Coupe/convertible front regulator examples are left 51331977579 and right 51331977580. Guide slide 51321938884 is sold separately. Sedan/Compact regulators and motor orientation use different references and require VIN/body/side confirmation.Supersession
No universal E36 regulator supersession is claimed. The catalog separates body, side, regulator, motor and guide-slide hardware.
Fitment
Identify body, door and side, then determine whether the failure is slider clip, regulator pivot/cable, motor/gear, switch, wiring or glass guide. Support the glass during service and replace damaged moisture barriers.
Aftermarket options
Genuine, aftermarket regulator-only and regulator-with-motor options exist. Listings may use the same reference while differing on included motor and body fitment.
Before you buy
Body style, door and side are mandatory. Confirm whether the listing includes a motor and whether the motor is actually the failed component. Support the glass and preserve the moisture barrier. Seller timing is not guaranteed inventory.
Research and fitment sources
Supersede reviewed 7 unique research sources for this guide. 4 also appear above as a seller or official action and are not repeated here; 3 additional citations follow.
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