A lot of older window cranks are held in with a clip which is difficult to get out unless you buy a special tool sold at auto parts stores made just for this application. If you ask at the parts store they will know just what you're talking about. The tool is pretty cheap in price from what I remember.
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To remove the window crank from a 1996 Toyota Tacoma, you’ll need to locate the retaining clip that holds the crank in place. Use a flathead screwdriver or a similar tool to gently pry off the decorative cover, if present, to access the clip. Once exposed, use pliers to squeeze the clip and slide it off the shaft. After the clip is removed, you can pull the window crank off the shaft.
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there is a clip on the handle you have have the knob faceing upward and use a flashlight and a butter knife to remove. The clip is u shaped.
There is a special tool for the removal of the window crank handle. This item costs less then $5.00, you can search for it online.
To remove the window winder from a 1996 Hyundai Excel, first, use a flathead screwdriver to carefully pry off the decorative cover, if present. Next, locate the retaining clip or screw that holds the winder in place; remove it using the appropriate tool. Afterward, gently pull the winder off the window crank shaft. Be cautious not to damage the interior panel during this process.
there are 3 rivets, they have to be drilled out then there are special rivets you have to put back in.
To remove the window handle from a 1996 Saturn SL1, first, locate the small retaining clip or screw that holds the handle in place, typically found underneath a small plastic cover. Use a flathead screwdriver to gently pry off the cover if present, then either unscrew the handle or use the screwdriver to pop off the clip. Once the clip is removed, you can pull the window handle straight off the spindle. Be cautious not to damage the handle or the door panel during the process.
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If you use a towel or rag to get behind the crank and run it back it forth it will pop the clip lose so you can remove it.
throw a rock at it