How to Remove Toyota Window Cranks

Cranks are just as easy to replace as they are to remove.

Window cranks seldom need replacement, but if you spend a lot of time maintaining your Toyota, you may have to remove them more than you might expect. You'll have to remove a window crank before you do any of the other steps in removing a Toyota's door panel. Basically, the crank is ultimately in the way of many other repairs.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

things you'll need:

• Crank remover
• Shop towels

1. How to Use a Crank Remover

   • 1

     Insert the tip of the crank remover under the Toyota's crank.

   • 2

     Push the crank remover inwards and dislodge the c-clip holding the crank to the Toyota's door panel.

   • 3

     Set aside the window crank for later use. Remove the c-clip from the door and set it along side the crank.

   How to Use a Shop Rag

   • 1

     Pull the shop rag tight in two hands.

   • 2

     Pull the rag under the Toyota's crank and inwards.

   • 3

     Move the rag back and forth in a sawing motion. The rag will catch the c-clip and dislodge it.

   • 4

     Collect the c-clip and crank and set them aside for later reuse.