Power windows not working properly?

Hello,

Does the windows and door locks operate from the passengers side? If not it sounds like the main window switch has gone out. here is a guide to help you test to confirm the issue with diagrams and instructions below to show you how to replace the switch on your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/electric-window-repair

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what you find.

There is not much to do if you cant get it to move except tape a plastic bag over the window. Try to hold the switch in the "up" position while you pull the window up.

You can get the part on Amazon for 90.00 bucks

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007CJ6IT4/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=2carprcom-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B007CJ6IT4&linkId=4df3d92054ba77502806498d1b013270

If the window starts to move, suspect a bad window motor. I have a fix.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-and-replace-a-electric-power-window-motor

Check out the diagrams (Below)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Caradiodoc

If all four motors don't work, the culprit may be the relay. There are two places where it may reside. In the relay/fuse box under the hood or dashboard side panel on the driver side.

Hello,

This could be bad power window switches. I have included a wiring diagram of the Power Window Circuits in your vehicle in the diagrams down below for you. Please check for battery voltage at each one of the power window switches. I have included a link below for you to go to if you are unfamiliar with how to use a multimeter.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

Please get back to us with what your voltage readings are, please. We can go from there.

Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros

Have you checked if there is power to the motor? Also, check the wiring between the door and the door frame. The wiring in the rubber boot has a problem with breaking.

Let me know what you find.

Joe

For this type of problem, start by checking for broken or frayed wires between the door hinges. If you find any, I'll paste a copy of how I repair them.

This sounds like you have a main window switch that is out. Here is a guide to help you test to confirm the failure:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/electric-window-repair

This will show you how to test the switch here is a wiring diagram to show you how the system works.

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken

Welcome to 2CarPros.

The power window motor changes direction based on polarity. Basically, there are two wires to it. If power enters in one wire, the motor runs one direction. If power enters on the opposite wire, the motor goes the other direction.

Now, take a look at picture 1. It shows the two wires coming from the window master switch on the driver's side. Based on which direction you turn the switch determines which wire gets power. If it isn't the driver's door window, let me know.

My first suspect is the switch is going bad. To check, you need to remove the door panel to access the switch. Then using a test light, check to see if power goes to the motor when you select up. The wires going to the driver's side window motor are white and the other is light blue. The light blue one is in question. That is the wire which receives power when you request the window to go up. So, using that test light, check to see if the switch sends power to that wire when you try to put the window up. If it doesn't, replace the switch. If there is power, check the wire to the motor and it's connections.

As mentioned in the prior response, it is getting older, but the motor doesn't care which way it turns. If it works one way, it will work the other if it gets power. Also, here are a couple links to help with the testing process:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

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Here is the manual's description of how it works.

Front and rear door window lift motors are of the permanent magnet type. A battery positive and negative connection to either of the two motor terminals will cause the motor to rotate in one direction. Reversing current through these same two connections will cause the motor to rotate in the opposite direction.
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If you determine that the switch needs replaced, here are the directions. Pic 2 shows the door panel and fasteners. Picture 3 indicates what type of fasteners are used.

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Switch removal and replacement

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Remove the switch mounting fasteners.

INSTALLATION
1. Install switch and mounting fasteners.
2. Install door trim panel.
3. Connect battery negative cable.

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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

Are you willing to do anything yourself?

Can you get another car in similar shapr for the little money that it will take?

https://www.2carpros.com/car_articles/buy_repair.htm

If front working that eliminate the possibility of a bad fuse
suspect window motor and or switch at the motor

Remove door panel and check for power and ground