Auto >> AutoSPT >  >> Engine

Why is your power window stuck?

Here are some potential reasons why a power window might be stuck:

- Fuse problem. A blown fuse can prevent the window from getting power, which would make it stuck. Check the fuses in your vehicle's fuse box to see if any are blown. If you find a blown fuse, replace it with a new fuse of the same amperage.

- Circuit breaker tripped. A tripped circuit breaker can also prevent the window from getting power. Reset the circuit breaker by turning it off and then back on.

- Switch problem. A faulty switch can prevent the window from moving. Try operating the window from both the driver's side switch and the passenger side switch (if equipped). If the window works from one switch but not the other, the faulty switch will need to be replaced.

- Motor problem. A faulty motor can also prevent the window from moving. Try tapping on the motor with a hammer or screwdriver to see if the window will move. If the window moves, the motor may just be stuck. If the window doesn't move, the motor will need to be replaced.

- Regulator problem. A faulty regulator can also prevent the window from moving. The regulator is the mechanism that raises and lowers the window. If the regulator is broken, the window will need to be removed from the door in order to replace it.

- Track problem. A damaged or dirty track can also prevent the window from moving. The track is the channel in which the window slides up and down. If the track is damaged or dirty, the window can get stuck. Clean the track with a brush and mild detergent, and then lubricate it with silicone spray.

- Cable problem. A broken or frayed cable can also prevent the window from moving. The cable is what connects the motor to the regulator. If the cable is broken or frayed, the window will need to be removed from the door in order to replace it.