don't have an answer but would really like to hear others opinions. 102 degrees here today, had the windows down so the car wouldn't get so hot on the inside. started the car, hit the power button to roll up the driver side window. halfway up, it shattered into a gazillion pieces. huge mess. heat?
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There are many ways a car window can break I will address only the more uncommon ways - the heated defrost malfunctioned or stayed on too long, a dramatic temperature change, rust pressure, rock from car driving by kicked up from the sidewall of tire, bullets, angry bears, etc -awautoglass.com
Absolutely, In high heat it is best to leave your windows open just slightly to relieve the heat a little bit. I know a friend that that had his back window literally shatter because of the heat just last summer.
no because it would be exposed to the elements, auto window film is intended to be placed on the inside of your vehicles windows.
Hey Steve= the most common problem is for a roller in the linkage to break. It is a big job and someone who knowa how, to repair it. Call your local auto trim shop. GoodluckJoe I had a rear window that did this. I removed the window motor. Now it's a manual window; I have to use my hands to pull it down and lift it up. I don't have to worry about locking my keys in my car although it will set off the car alarm if you roll it down with the car locked; you have to put your key in the ignition to stop the alarm. Of well.
your can try to tape the window up, you can also try to shim the window by placing a piece of cardboard between the window and the door, or you can disassemble the inside of the door and block the window up with a piece of wood.
Which heat shield? There are several.
if the motor in the door isn't working try a rubber hammer at the bottom of the door where the motor is located, some times a jolt will get it working, if that don't do it check for power , if there is power then you will have to replace the motor. A lot of the time it is not the motor / window regulator itself but the little plastic regulator guide clips that break. I'd check this first because they are like $6 compared to over $100 for the full regulator motor. It is hard to find them for sale individually so I included some sources in the related links.