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Window winder handle: replacement and selection

When and why it is necessary to replace window winder handle

Manufacturers do not set exact operational lifetime limit for the window winder handle. Replacement of the component is performed at appearance of cracks on it or at destruction, particularly, at head breakage. Moreover, a new handle is installed in case of abrasion of the thread in the area of window winder rod connection.

The cause of handle mechanical damage can be careless use. Also this can happen as a result of frequent part usage. Spline connection gets damaged due to the same reason.

Free play can be the sign of component thread abrasion (in this case, window does not respond to the handle turning). Moreover, usage of the part is often accompanied with knocking. If the handle or its head are damaged, difficulties at operation can occur.

During replacement of the part, it is recommended to examine condition of the window winder mechanism spline connection: possibly the component will also require replacement.

How to select window winder handle

The window winder cranks are made of plastics and metal. The plastic parts do not corrode but are more vulnerable to mechanical damages. The metal parts are considered more durable, despite that there is a risk of corrosion damage.

In order to select the window winder handle able to serve for a long time, you should give preference to parts of proven brands: Febi Bilstein, Swag, Topran, Pacol, Bugiad. These high-quality components earned confidence of car owners.

During purchase of the window winder handle you need to take into account which door it will be installed on. The items for various cars differ from one another by shape and design. Size and pitch of thread matter for installation.