Continental WR40472 Window Regulator - Rear Left

Continental Rear Left Window Regulator

Restore smooth rear window operation with this Continental window regulator, part number WR40472. It is a specific-fit, electric regulator for the rear left position and is built with a metal construction for direct replacement service on select Mercedes-Benz models.

Key Features

• Specific-fit window regulator for the rear left door
• Electric operation for power window systems
• Metal construction for dependable support and movement
• No motor included
• Built for direct replacement on select Mercedes-Benz ML-Class applications
• Continental WR40472 is engineered for fit, form, and function aligned with OE-style replacement needs

Application Details

Continental WR40472 is a rear left window regulator for vehicles with power windows. It fits 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350, rear left; 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500, rear left; 1998-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML320, rear left; 2000-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG, rear left; and 1999-2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430, rear left. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 740-472 for the same application.

For Mercedes-Benz ML320, ML430, ML500, ML55 AMG, and ML350 owners, WR40472 provides a direct replacement path when the original rear left regulator wears out or stops moving the glass correctly. Continental builds these regulators in ISO TS certified facilities and offers cable and gear-style designs across its line to support reliable window function restoration.

Common Problems This Part Can Solve

• Rear window glass will not move up or down
• Slow, uneven, or jerky window travel
• Window slipping out of alignment in the door
• Noise from a worn regulator mechanism
• Failure caused by repeated use or weather exposure

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear left fitment by year, model, and power window configuration before installation. Because this regulator does not include a motor, reuse or replace the motor as needed based on the vehicle’s condition. Verify glass alignment and door panel clearance during installation to ensure proper operation after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Continental manufactures this window regulator in ISO TS certified facilities and supplies it as an OE-style replacement part for consistent fit and function. The WR40472 is intended to restore normal rear window operation on the listed Mercedes-Benz applications.