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Window Motor Broken. Need Advice

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    Window Motor Broken. Need Advice

    When I went roll up my window, it stopped then when I put it back down to try it again it made a harsh grinding sound, every 3 inches or so it would move then make the sound, then I had to assist it moving up. So my question is would I need a whole new motor or regulator?
    Tags: power window, power window motor
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    Most likely, you will need to replace one or the other. I've always replaced the motor and regulator as a unit.
    It's possible that the mounting screws came loose. My window had that problem, and I spent a LONG time "helping" it up and down. As I did that, the screws sawed away at the mounting holes. I may never again be able to properly align my window regulator thanks to that damage... meaning I'll be replacing my door and repainting my car for a third time!






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      Instead of just describing sounds and symptoms your best bet is to pull the panel off and see what's damaged.
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        Ive replaced my rear driver side window motor and regulator twice. Now I just dont roll down my back windows. But o'riley's has a lifetime warranty on their window regulators. Its actually cheaper to buy the regulator and motor instead of just the motor by itself. Save the broken one you get some money back for it

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          I wanted to get some feedback before I started to rip the door panel off, and I wasn't sure if O'Reilly carried it, thanks for the tips.

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            RockAuto has them fairly cheap as well... though the one I have that caused damage came from there. I don't know for certain if it was the regulator or my installation of it that was to blame, though.

            Pull the panel. You have to one way or another anyway, whether it's to adjust or replace.






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              #7
              I lube all my windows every other oil change, it rolls up just like new, never had a problem. The silicon and lithium grease are cheap from Walmart.

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                Originally posted by deevergote View Post
                RockAuto has them fairly cheap as well... though the one I have that caused damage came from there. I don't know for certain if it was the regulator or my installation of it that was to blame, though.

                Pull the panel. You have to one way or another anyway, whether it's to adjust or replace.
                Alright, I will be careful with installation, got it!

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