Power Window Fix
Power Window Fix
My driver-side power window was slipping when rolling down, sometimes making a rubbing or catching sound. When I would try to roll it up, it would roll up slowly about 2/3 of the way up and then would grind to a halt and I would have to help it the rest of the way up with my hand.
I read several posts here to diagnose the problem. Many people have had issues with the power window regulator/motor. I then read a post by Paralyzer drawing my attention to TSB 07-2-6 which deals with adjusting the window back into alignment. Below is his method of fixing the power window. I have added a few recommendations and pictures.
1.remove the inside door panel (KevinCowtown has a great tutorial for this here)
After removing the door panel you can temporarily re-connect the power window switches, power your vehicle, and lower the window halfway.
2.loosen(do not remove)the 2 torx T30 bolts that hold the glass to the regulator.
After lowering the window half-way you will be able to see the T30's (left one is in red circle, right one is identified by red arrow)

Close-up of left T30:

Close-up of right T30:

3. pull the glass to the back side of the door(rear track)and have a friend tighten the bolts while you hold the glass against the rear track.
4. enjoy your fixed window
I just tried this fix myself and it took about ~2 hours. Really it should not take that long but I am a complete novice when it comes to taking apart the interior of my vehicle. The window now rolls up and down smoothly. Hope this will help someone else out.
I read several posts here to diagnose the problem. Many people have had issues with the power window regulator/motor. I then read a post by Paralyzer drawing my attention to TSB 07-2-6 which deals with adjusting the window back into alignment. Below is his method of fixing the power window. I have added a few recommendations and pictures.
1.remove the inside door panel (KevinCowtown has a great tutorial for this here)
After removing the door panel you can temporarily re-connect the power window switches, power your vehicle, and lower the window halfway.
2.loosen(do not remove)the 2 torx T30 bolts that hold the glass to the regulator.
After lowering the window half-way you will be able to see the T30's (left one is in red circle, right one is identified by red arrow)

Close-up of left T30:

Close-up of right T30:

3. pull the glass to the back side of the door(rear track)and have a friend tighten the bolts while you hold the glass against the rear track.
4. enjoy your fixed window
I just tried this fix myself and it took about ~2 hours. Really it should not take that long but I am a complete novice when it comes to taking apart the interior of my vehicle. The window now rolls up and down smoothly. Hope this will help someone else out.


