Comments on: Automobile Power Window Problems

By: Ryan

Ryan — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:10:54 +0000

Mark,
I just stopped by a local shop that specializes in used parts. They let me try a rebuilt master switch that they had fully tested. I installed it and still had the same issue. So at this point I am ruling out the master switch as the problem.
Is it possible that there is a single broken wire somewhere? Like I said, I looked at the fuses, and swapped out the relay for another, and that all seems to be fine….unless I missed something. I will re-check the fuses and relay, but I have zero experience testing electrical connections, so if not a relay or fuse I will probably have to hire someone to track the problem down. Any recommendations as to who to take it to in the St. Petersburg Florida area?

By: Davad

Davad — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:42:04 +0000

Mark,
I am having issues with the front passenger window of my ’04 Lincoln LS. The window rolls up but not down with the switch on both doors. Yet the autoreverse function still works so that I can crack the window by holding up on either switch. What would you guess is the issue?

By: Mark

Mark — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 17:54:06 +0000

Ryan: Your mechanic does have a valid point that the e-bay switch could be bad. Although I have never held an Isuzu master switch in my hand ( so I could be wrong) I have never seen a window switch that could not be tested. Using the wiring diagram for the circuit you should be able to test for power coming out of the switch to the individual windows. Also since you have an extra bad switch, maybe your mechanic could take apart the old switch and look for a repairable problem ( Like corroded contacts).

By: Ryan

Ryan — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 04:20:12 +0000

Mark,
I have a question for you. I have a 2001 Isuzu Trooper and am having an issue with the windows. The driver side works fine, but the other windows will only operate using the switches on their respective doors. The 3 non driver windows will not work from the master switch, only the driver side. (The lock button on the passenger door doesn’t work either, but might be unrelated) At first I thought it was the master switch, so I ordered one off ebay (used) and installed it, but there was no change. So then I figured it was a wiring issue and had my local mechanic test the circuits. He said everything seemed fine and that he thought it was the master switch. I told him I had already tried replacing it and he said “perhaps the replacement switch had the same issue?” Well, I guess that is possible, but I really don’t have $350 to spend on a new switch, so I kept digging for other causes. Haven’t found any, but have found out the power window relay is fine, and so are all the fuses. Any ideas? Do you think it is the master switch? Any help would be greatly appreciated! (And might save me from driving off the road while trying to lower my passenger window!)

Ryan

By: Dave Wray

Dave Wray — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:19:14 +0000

Mark,
My 2000 Ford Ranger XLT recently developed a problem with the driver’s power window. The window lowers normally, but when raised, the motor no longer stops automatically when the window is fully raised — it keeps turning as long as the switch is held up. The window also appears to be slightly loose when closed.

By: Derek Green

Derek Green — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:21:54 +0000

What can I use to lubricate the window rubber on a 2000 Nissan?

By: Daniel

Daniel — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:22:46 +0000

I would like some help with my 2007 Honda Civic. The windows do work however the automatic mode on the drivers door is causing me some trouble. When I pull the switch to the 2nd stage (auto) the window should go all the way up until closed however once the window hit the top it comes down about 5cm so I have to hold the switch up (manual mode) till the window is closed. I’ve been told this is a resistance problem but have no idea how to fix it ! Any help would be welcome- Cheers

By: Mark

Mark — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:39:26 +0000

BmW: You are not supposed to close the window permanently for safety reasons. It sounds like the window is off track or has a regulator problem. I recommend professional repair. Temporarily you can remove the door panel and push the glass up from the bottom. If the regulator is very messed up you may have to remove the attaching bolts. You can then custom cut a 2 x 4 and use it to jam the window in the closed position temporarily.

By: BmW

BmW — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:35:20 +0000

1991 Accord, rear power window goes up partway then stops and will not go back down but a few inches, just stuck in limbo midway. Can advance it up or down, well…slightly, from either switch. How can I pull it up so I can have the window closed even if it is forever?

By: Mark

Mark — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:07:54 +0000

Ed: Not uncommon for cooler temps to cause intermittent electrical problems. In a perfect world I would leave the door panel off to see whats wrong when you come out from work and do some testing. If you tap on the lift motor housing and it starts working then the motor should be replaced.

By: Ed Luciano

Ed Luciano — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:36:45 +0000

I work the 2nd shift and park my car outside in a parking lot. The last 3 nights when I start the car to go home the driver’s side power window won’t go down. After I get home and put the car in my garage for an hour or two the window works normally again. It seems this is a weather related problem but not related to below freezing temps. Any idea what might be causing the problem? (2006 chrysler sebring touring sedan.)—– Thanks, Ed

By: Mark

Mark — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:56:58 +0000

Julie: I have seen plenty of bad power window motors on the early 2000 Dodge Caravans and Chrysler mini vans. I have also seen a few broken regulator tapes. Short answer is the door panel has to come off to see whats wrong and do some testing. Note: That sometimes if you hold the switch in the down position (key on) and bang on the door panel (or kick it) the window sometimes starts to work. If it does this would indicate a failing window motor.

By: Julie

Julie — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:48:07 +0000

I have a 2002 Chrysler Voyager. The driver side window control has both the driver and passenger controls. The control will roll up and down the passenger side, but the driver side will not go up or down anymore. Any clue, I’m car stupid!?

By: Frank Misco

Frank Misco — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:49:07 +0000

1996 Lincoln Town Car: Right rear window Won’t go up. Goes down. Motor is working from either switch. Can press up with palm of hand while activating ‘up’ on motor but after some driving window drops about an inch.

By: joe hall

joe hall — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:25:59 +0000

Having problem with driver side power window will not operate at all it is in 2000 s10