Exercise that passenger window!
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I guess it puts more wear and tear on the motor and all associated parts by doing this, but I can see where it would also help keep the window moving smoothly.
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Guys and Gal, there is a fix for stuck motors. I've had to do this just about every spring after the car sits for the winter...
Remove the tab behind the door puller.
Remove the torx screws.
If you can see inside the hole, you'll see a shiny object. That is the end of the window motor.
Take a long screwdriver and put it on the end of the motor.
Give it a couple good whacks with a pair of pliers or line cutters.
Try the window switch.
If it doesn't work, try a few more raps on the motor, with a bit more authority.
Don't be afraid to tap it good. It's worked for me over the years. Sometimes, they just fall asleep and need to be woken up good!
Remove the tab behind the door puller.
Remove the torx screws.
If you can see inside the hole, you'll see a shiny object. That is the end of the window motor.
Take a long screwdriver and put it on the end of the motor.
Give it a couple good whacks with a pair of pliers or line cutters.
Try the window switch.
If it doesn't work, try a few more raps on the motor, with a bit more authority.
Don't be afraid to tap it good. It's worked for me over the years. Sometimes, they just fall asleep and need to be woken up good!
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The power windows in my Mazda are now 23 years old and as I mentioned, have needed only a bit of cleaning (passenger switch), last week. The driver's side works great. How's that for not wearing out!
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