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Electric Windows
The first electric windows were introduced in 1940 as an alternative to the hand-turned windows. These car windows can be lowered and raised by pressing a switch or button. Electric windows are designed for convenience and safety.
2,720 Questions
How do you jump electric window on 1998 Chevy cavalier?
1998 Chevy cavalier with power windows are driver side window is down how can i jump the motor to raise it up thank you for your help
Which fuse panel is it for electric windows vw passat 1998?
I was able to stop power to my malfunctioning windows by removing the "metal fuse" as detailed here. http://www.passatworld.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2501518
How do you replace camper shell rear window solenoid?
To replace a camper shell rear window solenoid, first, remove the interior panel or trim surrounding the window to access the solenoid. Disconnect the electrical connector and any mounting screws or clips holding the solenoid in place. Install the new solenoid by securing it with the screws and reconnecting the electrical connector. Finally, reattach the interior panel and test the new solenoid to ensure proper operation.
Why a submerged cars automatically down the power window?
This is a life safety and rescue feature to make it easier for occupants of the vehicle to escape.
Within a few minutes of submergence a vehicle's battery and electrical systems will be disabled, preventing the occupants from being able to open the windows, and outside water pressure will prevent them from opening the doors.
So by having the windows open before the battery and electrical system fail, provides a greater margin of safety for the occupants' escape.
Why a flooded cars automatically down the power window?
This is a life safety and rescue feature to make it easier for occupants of the vehicle to escape.
Within a few minutes of submergence a vehicle's battery and electrical systems will be disabled, preventing the occupants from being able to open the windows, and outside water pressure will prevent them from opening the doors.
So by having the windows open before the battery and electrical system fail, provides a greater margin of safety for the occupants' escape.
What causes the power window on passenger door not work but the others do?
It could be the window regulator which usually runs around $40 or the switch which runs around $8
Why do your lights dim when you try to roll up your window?
Usually this is an indication of the power window motor [s] drawing more current [Amps] than normal, which causes an inordinate drop in voltage. There could be several causes for excess current draw, but I have found that with power windows, the cause is usually too much "drag" on the moving window.
Usually this drag is caused by the window channel guides being out of proper alignment/adjustment, and pinching the window as it tries to move.
Some other causes could include:
- Wear and drag within the motor,
- Wear and drag caused by wear or misalignment in the lift gearbox, or lifting mechanism.
How do you fix a car electric window that only goes halfway down then gets stuck?
Usually when a power window goes up and/or down, BUT sticks in between, the cause will be found to be that one or more of the window guide "channels" has become loose [one or more of the securing nuts has loosened], allowing the channel to shift position as the window moves.
The "fix" is to remove the door cover panel in order to access the window mechanism inside the door. Then manually try to move the guide channels. The channels that are tight [immovable] are OK.
The loose channel will need to be held in proper alignment while the securing nut[s] is tightened.
How do you put up a power window that doesn't work?
Remove the door trim panel.
Then clip the window regulator cables. Push window up and tape it in place until you can replace the regulator
Should you get checked if you get electrocuted by a wall socket?
There is probably no need. If you suffer no prolonged pain or other symptoms, you should be fine.
Power window will not go up are down on one door?
Test according to the procedure in this article.
http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/repair-topics/window-power-repair/replace-a-power-window-regulator
If the window motor is getting power, replace the regulator assembly.
If it's not getting power, you've got a broken wire--most often in the hinge area of the door.
Or, you've got a bad master switch
Do it yourself Window motor repair for 92 plymoth acclaim?
how to fix a window motor for a 92 plymoth acclaim
Driver side electric window fell into door motor works but no window?
That condition means that the mechanical connection between the window and the lift drive motor has become disconnected.
Different vehicles, and even different year models of the same vehicles, use different methods to make this connection.
All of the "old" vehicles use "arms," some newer ones use flexible "ladders" [metal or plastic], and some of the late models use small woven wire cables to lift the windows.
Window go down but not up why?
regulator in the motor is bad or there is a bad contact on the switch junk yard window motors are cheap
Broken regulator. REplace it. Here's how:
http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/repair-topics/window-power-repair/replace-a-power-window-motor-regulator
Only drivers window and locks work in 2000 Bonneville?
Broken wire from master switch to other windows. Usually in the hinge area of the door.
How do you fix a window stuck in your car?
First test to see if the problem is the switch, wiring, or the motor. Here's how
http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/repair-topics/window-power-repair/test-power-window-motor-and-regulator
Then replace the regulator if the switch and wiring test good. Here's how
http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/repair-topics/window-power-repair/replace-a-power-window-motor-regulator
Cable not connected on window regulator?
Replace the regulator. Once the cable comes off, it's toast. That usually means there's a broken plastic guide. They cannot be purchased separately.
Replace the regulator. You cannot buy replacement parts for plastic pieces.
How do you relace the cable on a power window in a 2001gmc pick up?
Can't be done. You must replace the entire window regulator.
Here's how
http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/repair-topics/window-power-repair/replace-a-power-window-regulator
Is it best to remove a window to tint it?
Yes, if you can put it back in.
Removing the windows is a tremendous amount of work, and isn't at all necessary. The edge of the tint film can be tucked under the edge of the rubber strip at the bottom of the window with a stiff piece of plastic like a credit card. The tint film will come with complete instructions and tips. Follow the instructions closely, and it won't be very difficult to apply. If you try to take shortcuts, you'll actually be making it more difficult, and will end up with a poor application.
