Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Rear Right Window Regulator is a part from the Window Regulators and Motors category, designed to control the rear right window in this model's body. It's a practical solution for users who want to restore the proper functioning of electric window lifting without altering the door's structure.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 5G4839462C-1
- Mark: Volkswagen
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 5G4839462C
- Substitutable numbers: 5G4839462C, 5G4 839 462 C
- Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
- Part type: Window Regulator
- Category: Window Motors & Regulators
Purpose and Function in the Vehicle
The rear right window regulator for Volkswagen Golf Mk7 is responsible for the stable guidance of the window and the smooth transfer of power from the motor to the lifting mechanism. Its placement in the rear right section allows for precise alignment with the factory mounting points in the door, simplifying installation and reducing the risk of improper operation.
The component works with the factory window control system, ensuring:
- proper window guidance in the tracks without excessive play,
- stable transfer of torque from the motor to the cable or gear mechanism,
- maintaining door seal integrity through correct window positioning in the seals.
Construction and Fit for Volkswagen
This regulator belongs to the group of components referred to as window regulators and motors, meaning it is designed to work with electric window controls. Its construction is prepared for installation in the factory mounting holes in the rear right door, without the need for bodywork modifications.
Thanks to the use of solutions consistent with Volkswagen's product line, the regulator:
- maintains the correct window operating geometry, reducing the risk of jamming,
- is compatible with original door hardware (guides, window mounts, wiring harness),
- allows for the preservation of factory operating ergonomics from the door switches and the driver's panel.
Benefits of Using an Original Solution
Using a regulator dedicated to the Golf Mk7 for the rear right side translates into a number of practical benefits in daily operation:
- consistency with the factory comfort system – no need for electrical system adaptation,
- restoration of original window functionality after failure or wear of the previous mechanism,
- reduction of noise and vibrations due to proper window guidance within the door plane.
This solution is particularly beneficial for users who want to maintain the vehicle's original character and avoid problems typical of unverified aftermarket parts.
Application of a Used Part
The window regulator offered as a used part allows for an economical repair of the window lifting system while retaining a component consistent with Volkswagen's construction. For many users, this is a sensible compromise between cost and functionality, especially for maintenance repairs on vehicles several years old.
When installing, pay attention to:
- correct window alignment with the guides after mounting the mechanism,
- checking operation throughout the full range of motion – from fully down to fully up,
- verifying interaction with the control switches after connecting the wiring.
Volkswagen Window Regulators and Motors – Selecting the Right Parts
If you are looking for other Volkswagen window regulators and motors tailored to a specific model of this brand, use our dedicated category: Volkswagen window regulators and motors. This will make it easier to compare available solutions and select the right part for your car.
Technical Knowledge and Part Selection
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