1999 Volkswagen Jetta window regulator keeps malfunctioning

1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PJ
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I've already replaced window regulator (3X) and motor (2X) in the last 3 yrs. before window stops working altogether : It'll make a rubbing noise when going up and moves slower. When it goes down at times it's almost like free fall. Eventually it'll only go partway up then stop. motor is still working. when door panel removed the cable on the Rt side of the regulator is shredded. Is there an allignment problem that keeps reoccuring or are there some clips or guides missing?? I haven't burnt out the motor yet, but that's next. I just try and leave it alone thx for your assistance.
Aug 24, 2009 at 1:38 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Have you looked at the glass guides in the door to see if they are bent or if the rubber is moving with the glass?sounds like the guides may be misaligned inside causing a bind, which will ruin the regulators. With thedoor panel off, work the window to see exactly where it is binding
Aug 26, 2009 at 1:43 PM
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