Driver door Window Regulator?

2003 DODGE CARAVAN
149,000 MILES • 3.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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B.L SHLEPROCK
Driver door window (regulator)question if you don't mind, (1) Rail Slider Per Rail=(2) Sliders/Question: Are both sliders supposed to be identical to each other? -OR- Are they supposed to be somewhat different from each other?
Jul 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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CANNON1349
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Hello, usually they will be different sizes or angles in order to accommodate for the oblong shape of the window glass and door. To be completely sure I would use the aftermarket part number to make sure it is supposed to fit your vehicle.

William
Jul 30, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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B.L SHLEPROCK
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Hi William, reason i ask is regulator failed, on inspection i found a very new regulator but the cable snapped one of the sladers, and also noticed both sliders were identical of each other, looking on line i found all the listed ones look to have 2 sliders but not identical can you display a picture of the (2) sliders that belong on my 2003? I'd like to replace just the slider if possible (Note) mine take the early style with studs.
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Jul 30, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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STEVE W.
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This would be the left side regulator for that Caravan. Part # 5170941AA They may be a bit different in terms of colors of plastic, but the rest would be the same, the right side is a mirror image. If your motor is OK you can get just the frame assembly and swap your motor onto it, but those are commonly more money than a complete power assembly. You won't however find individual pieces because of the way they are assembled and timed.
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