How To Fix A Broken Power Window
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- www.AutoHowToVi... Willie B tackles this repair of a stuck power window on my 1991 Honda Accord daily. Tips include diagnosis of window problems and how to properly fix and lubricate window channels. These tips can be applied to several other vehicles with power windows as well. For more great clips check out AutoHowToVideos.com
I thought this would be a regulator replacement, but I like how you diagnosed the problem and it turned out to be something completely different.
My '91 Honda Accord has the exact same problem on the passenger side... Thanks for the DIY video.
Soon, I will fix it!
I really appreciate you posting this video. I am in the process of re-setting my window and was at a dead end after taking the panel off. I have an idea of what to do now since I have a 93 wagon that looks identical as far as the door panel. I just wish that you showed the window being pulled out and re-installed, but I'm guessing it's just that simple after I take off the hex screws. Ok, time to get back to work! Thanks again!
Much THANKS on your video.!! I'm now motivated to fix my window that leaves a crack on the upper section of the channel. Just in time for the winter and rain season. Never knew window channels need silicon application. We've been having "Santa Ana" winds hear in So. Cal. in the past week. Very DRY Air!!!. That's why I hear "Sticky" sound on all my windows when I operate them. I will by silicon lubricant spray to condition the channels to allow the windows to glide easier.
THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!!! I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH NY ACCORD AND YOU HELPED ME ALOT!!!!
Thanks for the video... We were having issue finding the hidden screws!!!!!! We were able to reinstall the window and make the power windows functional again! Happy holidays!!!!!! And just for thought, Ben paid $2000.00 for his '96 Accord! Puerto Rico is tough on cars!!!!!!!
Thanks for the video! I have to replace mine in my 98 accord. I appreciate you guys taking the time to do this! You rock! :)
DAMN, you make it look so easy. I need you around my house.
I'll try that as soon as i get that motor! thanks a lot bud!
@tammysoulful basically if you need to get the window back on the channel you need to do what we did in the video and remove the door panel first. That should give you access to the window and you may even be able to simply place it back on track. If not you may need to remove the regulator and reinsert the glass. Do a google image search for your vehicle you might find a diagram of the window setup and that could help you see what all the parts and the inside looks like.
Very helpful, I have probably the same problem with my power windows, window on the driver's side will roll down with no issues but when you roll it up, it goes all crooked. And also, the rest of my windows, passenger side and back, don't work, probably some fuse prob, I don't know.. But yeah, thanks for the video!
@errickidle basically yes you need to reattach the motor to the regulator and the regulator to the window. I would recommend getting a repair manual or searching online for a diagram to see how the different parts work and how they fit together this will give you a much better idea of how things work.
@carss4lifee most power window setups are similar to the one in the video.. simply disassemble per your haynes manual and make sure the window, regulator and channel are all in working order and properly aligned to smoothly operate up and down.
I never seen the window roll up or down after that job....great video and the detail was expert level but showing the end result of the rapair ( demenstrating the window rolling up or down) would have made a good video a great video.
Thanks for this video guys, now I have a hunch whats wrong with my rear passenger window. It rolls up and down fine but it stops about 2 inches before it's full closed at the top.
yeah willieb is the master tech here ha.. def take his advice..
Good man. I like the last thing you said. It looks scary but you just gotta do it
sounds like mostly an electrical issue.. would be tough to diagnose without more info honestly i would take it in to have a diagnosis done.. gives me a good idea to do a video on electrical diagnosis.. look for it in the future..
@missinherlove sounds like the glass came off the regulator. that weird sound you heard was the window most likely coming off... most window regulators connect to the glass via 2 bolts at the bottom of the glass this connects it to the regulator (the part that actually pushes your window up and down) if the motor is moving or sounds okay that's most likley the issue. pull the door panel and see whats off and reconnect could just be a bolt that needs tightened back on
i am a woman.i watched your video and fixed my window in about 15 minutes in the dark .i had to put in the regulator and the window it was much easier than i thought .
@goddesspiggy never put solid window glass in a BMW before but more than likely you will need to take off the door panel..usually that glass is held in by the seals themselves and to properly remove the seals and any brackets that may be holding it in place take off the door panel and so you can see what your looking at.. may want to see if a haynes manual has a reference to it for a proper procedure or get on a BMW forum and ask the question.. hope this helps!
I got a faulty switch in the door on my 91 honda this wuz perfect vid for it.
gotta start eliminating one thing at a time.. have you tested the switches? have you checked the fuses for those switches? make sure all your connectors are on properly and that the window itself is not getting stuck..if it tries to go up but won't budge its prolly the window is either stuck or you have a switch problem..
@senorericshen hard to say it could be the motor sounds weak because the glass being misaligned is causing it to not be able to move freely.. remember odds are its still attached some how.. id say the motor is prolly okay but you are going to need to disassemble and check the parts out... new regulator could be a possibility
hopefully we'll have a chance to make some more vids soon!
thanks guys for your help.
@birmingham1010 without seeing it diagnosis may be a little tough but one thing to remember and this can be applied to all situations and questions that have been asked in the comments section is that there is a process to how the window operates..
you have a motor, regulator, channel, and the glass.. my advice would be remove the door panel from the problem area and begin inspection and testing what works and what does not... seems like a motor issue but ya never know until you open it up
Very helpful video. Thanks!
@biehn1337 sounds like it could be a motor or possibly a failing switch.. you could always pull the motor and leave it connected and if it turns or spins quickly while unattached to the regulator that could further help isolate the problem.
I like how you didn't show it working afterwards
@LonewolfSaichi sounds like you have a very similar problem to what we had in the video check the channels and the rubber in them to make sure its not binding anywhere.
left a comment guess it didnt post.. the regulators are flexible at where they bolt to the window so make sure your channel is straight and lubricated.. what may be happening is the window gets close to the top and when it runs into pressure that bottom bar on the regulator that bolts to the glass pops off the bolts.. make sure it is lined up right and those bolts are tight all around.. hard to say without seeing it but that sounds like its the problem..
Great video,
I have a 97' Saturn SL2, the window is way off track,it will roll up to a certain point but will not go any further. I took the door panel off and noticed that when it rolled up the metal part of the door seems to expand outwards,how could I fix this???
not bad at all.. the install isn't too bad just make sure you test the window operation while the door panel is off to make sure it rolls up and down the track smoothly and doesn't wiggle or it could work itself out..
based on the fact that the power locks are not working on that door i would say it would be a wiring or fuse issue but id have to research more to see other things to test on that model..
I have the same car with the same problem!! This is PERFECT!!! Thanks, Guys!!! :^)
may have to have willie B chime in on this one but.. you should just need to unbolt the regulator from the window to allow it to move freely some times you need to be able to move the glass all the way to the bottom of the door where you have the most space to line it up in the track.. if the prelude is just like the accord there should be two bolts one on each side at the bottom of the glass which holds the glass on the regulator by removing these through the...
Great , thank you so much . A great help !
Another cool video. I didn't see how you got that window off with the window in the 'up' position. Did you just sneak the wrench in from below? There's a job where Xray eyes from past experience is critical, ha ha.
You know i never noticed that was cut out of the video. When we first started this we had a lot of film to cut out. This procedure did fix the window in our case, but every vehicle is different.
don't worry about tearing off the rubber channel just basically remove and reinstall the window in the track
thank you so much, my window was stuck down.
wow. kickass video. thanks man.
I did the same thing on another accord.. could possibly be that the window is off the track.. take off the door panel off and make sure its lined up in the channel properly.. it could have wedged itself in the track and gotten stuck.. BUT if you did what I did once and forced it too much you may have blown the motor.. and sometime cleaning it out can help but ususally means you will need to replace it.. Should run about $100 bucks unless you can get a used one
I just bought a 1997 aerostar van with same window issue, have you ever had to deal with one of those? If so could you tell me some tips that could help me figure out why it won't move? Thank you :)
i have a few questions:
1. What kind of silicone lube did you use?
2. Is there a specific type of sil. lube that can only be used on the window tracks or all sil. lube will work?
based on this info i would highly suspect the motor.. make sure the window is not getting caught or pinched by the rubber in the channel causing it to stick if it moves down freely i would say there is a very good chance its your motor or possibly a switch..
access holes you should be able to free up the window glass itself and line it back up in the track.. steps should be very similar to the video of our accord..
6:28 and 7:42 he describes silicone spray and how to use it on the window channel.
could be a possibility or it could be that the regulator is moving to much and is not holding the window on track.. make sure it is well lubricated in the channel..
also make sure that the regulator is not flexing too much relative to the glass itself.. where it bolts to the glass the regulator can flex back and forth and front to back. so make sure its bolted to the glass in the right position tightly.
Very very very helpful, was my exact problem on the same car. Now I use my new tool set I just got for Xmas and go fix it right now. Thanks man
Can you guy make a video on how to do electrical work on a door module? Also how to put a window back on the motor.. Cause one window I have on my 96 camaro rs won't roll up or down, and my driver window is down in the door not even on the motor.. I Believe the switch for the locks and windows are out.. But can't find a place to get it fixed or solved.
I have a 1997 Isuzu Rodeo and the front passenger window is off the track (I think--I'm no mechanic). We removed the door panel only to find an inner door panel with no apparent way to remove it! I have been unemployed for some time and need to fix this myself. Can you tell/show me how the inner door panel is removed?
My 97 altima driver window goes down just fine, but on the way up i have to pull it in some places because it will stop and make a noise like the gears are grinding, then it's fine until it gets to the top when it grinds again. if the auto window takes over i have to get needle nose pliers and risk breaking the window by pulling it up as it grinds.
My power window goes down too far & then wont come back up unless I take off the door trim & jemmy it with a long screwdriver whilst flicking the control switch. This only happens when using the auto down option. if I stop it b4 it goes too far all operation is fine. Is there a stopper in the channel that maybe has broken off?
I love the this statemet "I'm gonna lubricate his channel!"
I have my BMW 1990 E34 525i. The Passenger side rear quarter window was broken(not the power window glass, but the fixed triangle quarter glass). I just bought a new quarter window glass, but no clue how to replace it. Do I have to remove to door panel to replace it too? Thanks!
Honestly i cant remember off the top of my head what type it was.. it was similar to RTV a yellow rubbery silicone.. but that tube was dried out and we used a tire adhesive.. I believe there is a specific type of adhesive for window rubber, but anything that will stick with that type of rubber and be easy to apply should work just fine.
nice vids, please make more
I have a 1996 Honda Passport and am having trouble with the power windows. The two front windows work fine from the master switch and the door switch.
1. The rear driver side windows motors runs (you can hear the motor running), but the windows does not move (master switch or door switch).
2. The rear passenger side windows gives a clicking sound when you use the switch (master or door), then nothing happens.
The power locks are also not working. Any ideas or help is appreciated.
good video i think my clips are broke window wont stay up slides down had to tape it up today happened after window wouldnt go down shut the door and it fell down im gonna take the door off this week and see can i buy just the clips that connect he window to the regulator or fabricate something any help would be great tryin to do as cheap as poss just bought the car :) thanx
@shoua68mommy sounds like a few problems I'd say for the drivers it's def the channel making the window go off track in fact it seems to be alignment issues for most of them
not sure if your having a motor problem or a problem with regulator.. could be a coincidence that they both failed.. id take the door apart and start testing things like we demonstrate in the video.. would need more info to really say anything..
I have a 2000 ford Taurus.....none of my electrical windows are rolling down. My problem started when my drivers side mirror came off. Is that somehow connected to the electrical system with the windows? Or could a fuse be blown?
Hey good video!
My toyota camry le 96 drivers side power window broke again.
i looked inside and the motors working the cables are going up and down but
the window and the metal part hooked to the window
arent connected anymore like a stopper on the cable fell off?
i can push the window up manually but it just keeps falling down
any ideas? thanks
thanks for the video
would have been great to have actually seen the window going up and down after all you did..it still shows the window rolled up just like at the begining of this video
I have a 2000 chevy Cavalier. The driver side window goes down fine with no prob but when i try to put it up ,,,,,it goes abt an inch then stops.....if i turn the car off n turn it back on and try to put the window put .....again it will go abt an inch higher n stop. You think thts the motor? or sumthing else?
its power windows and passenger side works fine. Thanks
@camalot55 I'm not personally familiar with that model but if it's not the window motor could be a possible relay? Not sure if those models use a separate relay, one that is in the switch itself, or not.
Hi, i have a 93 accord that looks just like this car, btw i'm in chicago its freezing out here so i pulled my power window down after i did that, it would not go back up, it was jerkin up and down as i kept pulling the up on down switch inside the car but it stopped workin all of a sudden! rest of the windows work besides the driver side, now would this be the Regulator? any suggestion will help Thanks
I have a 1994 nissan maxima 4th generation and both of the back power windows are being held up by duck tape because the keep rolling down by them self. the motor for the window still works because I can hear it trying to move up an down. would the window just be off the track?
I have a 1998 Honda Civic EX drivers side window problem, would this video still apply to my car?
I have the same problem on my 92 accord only the window is down and won't go up. How do I get it up? you can here the motor running. It will go down a smidge and move up maybe a eigth of an inch.
Hey, I have a E11o Toyota corolla, my driver side Power window has the auto button, it has 2 clicks but only the automatic click works, so when I click it and let go it goes all they way to the bottom, the first click does nothing at all, what would you suggest?
you didnt show if the window rolled down or not? how do we youtuber's KNOW that its still broken?
I have a 2001 Honda Acoord the driver side window is goint up and down fine, but if I keep my finger pressing for an extra second there is a banging sound coming from the glass, when the window is all the way up.
quick question i have 91 era accord and i replaced my regulater on my drivers side window i have played with the alighnment bar towards the rear of the door and still when i roll my window up it falls forward about a 5cm unless i push on the rear of the window is there anything i can do ?
Hi, it was so helpful but to complete your video you should test it using the electrical operation, but it was very helpfull. Congratulation.
How did you remove the window? and how did you remove the side mirror? im having trouble with that, it's a real pain in the ars ha
hey, i have golf 2002 , 1.6 . i have problem with my driver door my window just went down, the electronic buttons are not working. i have the computer to see what errors it gives, but computer can't find the error. i have opened the door panel and bought new window power motor, still its not working?
what to check more, the cables lloks fine .
Thank u so much
how would you fix a window alignment because we have no air conditioning either and it's 90 degrees like everyday please help!
could you make a video for a manuall window my 1990 honda civic has a broken assebally could you show me how to fix it??
@ekcoupe756 if its doing the same thing on the other motor and regulator I would take a second to make sure that the window is moving freely and properly in the channel.. basically that was the deal with mine in the video it was stuck in the up position because the channel was out of whack and causing it to get jammed. Check the channel and make sure everything is lined up properly.
ok i have honda civic lx 96 & on the driver side the front window goes down & up but once it goes up it doesn't go into place unless u push it out if u're from the inside of the car so is tat cuz the window's not in place? for the front passager side it just goes up & down slow so is tat cuz of the channel? for the back driver side doesn't move even though u hear the clickin noise & as for the back passager side it goes down but not up so is this a bad wire or regulator problem or even both???
@gronet75 prolly is a bad motor.. follow the steps in the video and make sure its moving on the track properly but sounds like the motor is dying out and can't keep up..
hey bro i have a crv from 2000 i have one window that wont move up or down how do i know if its the regulator... i mean i dont wanna open that if the regulator is the problem because i dont have a spare part... but if its fixable like that sure i will... thanks
not 100% what you mean by expanding the metal part of the door.. it sounds as if the regulator (if your not sure what that is its basically the frame work on the inside of the car that actually pushes up the glass and is attached to the motor.. is pushing against the door.. prolly means your window is off the track or is getting stuck.. you may need to free up the glass and reset it.. basically follow most of the steps from our video and reassemble it to see if that helps..
Hey guys. I've got a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee with power windows that won't stay up. Driver's side and passengers side failed within a week of each other. Strange or easy fix?
Thanks.
Nice way to fix the broken power window
sounds like your motor is starting to go... make sure the window is sliding freely up and down the track and not getting pinched or caught in the rubber.. if its not the motor it could be the switch is dying.. some switches have built in relays and the switch could not be giving full power to the motor....
Hey i have a 2000 Pontiac Grand prix SE,and my Driver side window started acting weird. it was working fine,put it up,get out my car,close the door and it makes a weird sound something broke,i get back in, start the car, roll down the window it gets stuck,then makes a weird sound but wont go back up,then it slides down by itself but the motor works.what do you think?
Hey I have a 1990 accord 2 door and i rolled the window down, then when i tried to roll it up and it only went 1/2-way and stopped so i tried rolling it down again to roll it up and it only went up 1/4 of the way, so it was stuck in the down position. Now the motor doesnt even make noise but there is a draw on the power so I know its not the switch thats the problem i've cleaned the plugs to the best of my ability and still no luck...do you know whats going on? Any help would be much apreciated
I have a isuzu trooper 93 model. that vehicle window switches is not working but motor is sound for work. I want to change switch from other vehicle like toyota or nissan becase trooper parts is very costly. Is it possible if is possible please giving to me information about that vehicle.thanks
I have a 2002 Ford Explorer....I have 2 windows on the right side of my car that the windows won't stay up. I press the window power buttons n I can hear noise moving like its off the track, is their anyway to fix it without taking it to the shop n replacing is for $300 bucks?
I NEEEED HEEELP i have a 96 honda civic ex my windows will not roll up or down. but if i slam my driver door the windows will roll up n down kinda slow i was thinking something was loose but i checked and nothing is loose. any idea what this could be?
thanks for your reply,...ya so i did take out the window and most likely its the motor! and i found me a new motor with regulator for $37 dollars @ ebay! :) free shipping too life is good lol
mnd08exclusives..
hard to say with out seeing it in person but it sounds like it could be a wiring problem maybe in the window relay switch itself.. i would test the motor itself as well.. First check the fuses thats an easy test.. if they all look good i would make sure that your switches are functioning properly.. Not sure if the camry's are like this but some cars have a relay built into the switch.. my rx7 was like this and if that switch went bad nothing would work
hi i have a 1993 isuzu rodeo and the back passenger window i rolled down one day and it will not roll back up the other windows still work tho .. when i push to go up or down it dont make any sounds or anything
Where are you guys located?