Before I start trying to break things and banging my head against the brick wall, is it possible to replace the clip that holds the window to the regulator without removing the entire regulator system?

I've had one that's sounded bad forever and the window finally jammed open the other day. (Nearside).

Forgot to add, the Car is a 58 Panda

Not sure. Never had to deal with them yet


Maybe a read though this will help


http://4cardata.info/elearn/169/2/2009000/2000901/2001394/2753069/

I've not seen replacement clips, but swapping the regulator is easy enough. There are videos on YouTube sorting you how to do it.

It's easy to remove the regulator, I wouldn't even consider trying to replace the clip in position.

If it's jammed, chances are it's wrapped the cable around a bit anyway.

I have replaced the clip a couple of times. It's not too bad a job, but can be a pain if the cable has wrapped itself up.

The complete regulator isn't actually stupid expensive. It's a toss up whether you want to save a few £££ and go through the hassle of changing the clip, or just swap the entire regulator out which is the simple but more expensive option.

Be aware the clips have varying quality. I had to file them a bit to ensure nice fitment.

In hindsight, I would probably just replace the entire regulator.

Apologies for the thread resurrection but it seemed easier than starting a new thread for a relatively niche question.
I've got a pile (well, about 7) of Panda window regulators with broken plastic clips. Normally I just swap the whole regulator, as it is easier and quicker. However, lately almost all of the salvaged ones i have removed have disintegrating clips, and the quality of the unbranded replacements has got significantly worse, while "genuine" ones seem to be regularly unobtainable.
So, simple answer - repair the ones in the pile, and use them when needed. Easy job.
Except...
First set of clips I received were completely wrong, so got sent back without even opening the plastic bags.
Second set were about £7.50 each, but were from a supplier which I have used for small plastic parts in the past, with good results.
Clips arrived. Look similar to replacement one in the forum guide, but they don't fit flat against the rail. Contacted supplier and they assure me they are correct, and they "have supplied 100s of them to Panda 169 owners already".
Tried on a few other rails, with same results.
In the photo, the old clip has disintegrated where it grabs the rail, but it should sit flat against the metal rail, held by 2 plastic tangs.
The new one clips to the rail but sits at about 30 degrees, almost like it needs sanding down to fit correctly. But, there isn't enough material to do this.
Anybody else come across this problem?

Sorry can't help,

I wounder if they changed the design slightly when the trim was updated around 2008/9

But that's just a guess

I just tried it on a 2010 Active Eco. Same problem. Good call, though.
Would be good to know where to get good ones from as supply of secondhand ones is starting to be a problem, at least round here.