Diagnose and Fix a Stuck Power Car Window, Slow or Won't Move Or Go Up - Regulator / Motor Assembly

In this Video, Josh takes the mystery out of how to properly diagnose and fix an automatic car window. Everyone is faced at some point with a car window that either doesn't go up or doesn't go down. Josh walks through all the potential issues and how you can fix it yourself.

Tools needed:
Socket set
Screwdrivers (gun optional)
Razor (or something to pry open screw covers)

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Merch:

[hotty]

A back up system with a manual wiind up would be nice

[RolandFort]

This video basically helped me figure out my Toyota Hilux drivers side electric problem. After 16 years (2007 model) the nut holding the glass had worked its way free (detached) making the raise on odd angles - thus bouncing in & out of the guides. I was able to fix it myself in just over a hour carefully detaching the parts (following his informative process). If I had of taken it to the mechanic they could not have done a better job & I would be paying a few hours labour & probably un needed parts meaning at least $300 plus. I am really pleased that I Google searched this video.

[CarlosMendez-hmvs]

I like the detailed step by step. The left passenger side window wont go up but I follow similar steps and I was able to see the motor working but the gear and rail wont lift the window a bit of moving here and there the window got back in place and fix.

[mags]

So I had 2 back windows fixed recently - 40 euros each. A week later the front passenger window regulator broke (i can hear it spinning). I got mad cos the window went down and it's stuck. It's winter and I have no garage to keep the car safe. So I am here watching your video on how to save 40 euros and I am getting an understanding of why it costs that much. I am lucky it's only 40. But then again I am a woman and cooking sounds easier to me. Satisfying to watch though. Thank you! 😊

[ShafiqulIslam-fpdx]

I found the video very helpful regarding my project. Thanks a million bro.

[darreljulia]

Great video. All windows now working in 15 minutes! Thanks

[johnanderson]

Also i try lifting window with hands on each side it won't budge at all and im strong

[roswithasperling]

Hi Josh. Love your videos. I have a 2002 mercury sable wagon well maintained. My driver side is working on and off. After new motor, new switch, new replays and regulator working the window stops working and then it doesn't. It makes a clicking noise under the dash but the window won't move. This could be a discussion for Click&Clack, radio show about car problem mysteries on public radio, but sorry to say that show has been gone for quiet some times. Maybe you have a thought on this. Your videos are amazing and you have such great knowledge. To bad you don't live near where I am. Thank you Josh and all the best.

[JoseRodriguez-ocxo]

Thanks amigo very nice explanation video is exactly what I need I fix my son Carr and the 4 windows not working so grasias larga vida para ti amigo ( long life to you amigo)

[EmeraldEdge]

Thank you i will be utilizing what you have shown.

[johnanderson]

What can i do to lift window ??
if regulator bad and i don't have money to get it fixed yet to prevent water getting in or thieves getting in car.
I have garbage bag over door but it doesn't cover good.

[Graphicales]

Thanks for the tips and for sharing this video .i have the problem where my window was going up slowly but it stopped working and now it is closed up and I don’t hear the motor making any nose at all so according to your video/tips, it looks like the motor died. 🙄 but thanks for sharing.

[mberge]

Hi, I ordered a new window motor and regulator. The drivers side window is stuck in the up position. I am not able to reach the screws to unattach the regulator to the bottom of the window. I tried moving the window down but it won't move. Any suggestions?

[olivetree]

Nice work and plenty of info. Thank you

[ch-wldp]

My car window specifically the drivers side has been through 2-3 repairs and I'm tired of it

[tommys]

Hi. Question... My driver's window sometimes works fine but other times I have to press down on the glass while pushing the button in order for the window to go up or down. Is that a bad motor/regulator?

[williamstidham]

My glass is stuck to the rubber seals and will not roll down, other side broke lose, works great, going to try some soap and spray it on driver side and see if it will move, Pulls the inside light down when I push the windows button down.

[terricktrail]

Mine stopped working all together so all i did was to unscrew the motor cover, regrease motor, clean motor contact and it was good to go.

[skyllerwhiddon]

My Honda Ridgeline is making an odd noise when I brake that seems to be coming from underneath the steering wheel. It’s not a scraping noise or anything like that it almost sounds electrical. Any idea what it could be?

[davidtarnowski]

It was a good video, but where is the diagnostics? Do I have a switch problem or a motor problem?