corvette C5 windows stuck
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I HIGHLY doubt that both motor / regulator assemblies and or Left and Right DCM's have gone bad at the same time.
Last edited by SG Lou; Jun 11, 2017 at 11:56 AM.
Melting Slicks
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Agree, appears there may be a common problem since both windows will not go down. If after checking the fuses and before digging into the door panels, you may want to try this method.
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7th Gear
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From: Hummelstown PA
Where is the fuse that would control both windows? I cannot find a windows fuse in the list in the owner's manual. Thanks.
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Drifting
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It is unusual that both stopped working...did they cease operation at the same time?
My windows BOTH do this, just infrequently. It is common knowledge here that the window regulators hyper extend the travel, which causes them to stick on occasion.
First things first. Pull the bolt access cover directly behind your internal door pull to expose the large Torx screw just behind. Get yourself a good heavy hammer, and a punch (a screwdriver also works), line up the punch on the head of the screw, and give it a good whack with the hammer while also cycling the window switch up and down. It is easier to do it with a second set of hands, but not impossible, I do it by myself regularly. After a few good whacks, it should continue working normally...however, if there is something physically wrong like a bad wire, regulator, motor, etc this will not help, but it is the first ppace you should start.
My windows BOTH do this, just infrequently. It is common knowledge here that the window regulators hyper extend the travel, which causes them to stick on occasion.
First things first. Pull the bolt access cover directly behind your internal door pull to expose the large Torx screw just behind. Get yourself a good heavy hammer, and a punch (a screwdriver also works), line up the punch on the head of the screw, and give it a good whack with the hammer while also cycling the window switch up and down. It is easier to do it with a second set of hands, but not impossible, I do it by myself regularly. After a few good whacks, it should continue working normally...however, if there is something physically wrong like a bad wire, regulator, motor, etc this will not help, but it is the first ppace you should start.
Melting Slicks
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From: The beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast!!
Check the fuse box in the passenger foot well for #30 (RDCM) #31 (Right door power feed), #33 (LDCM) and #34 (Left door power feed). Worth a try.
Last edited by Mickeyrx70; Jun 12, 2017 at 04:17 AM.
