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Old May 17, 2009 | 03:01 PM
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Hi..the drivers side window is making wierd noises when travelling up/down...It still operates but there is a noticeable grinding noise noise. I'm afraid to use it for fear that it will get stuck in the down position...before I remove the door panel does anyone have any suggestions or experience with what the problem may be??
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Old May 17, 2009 | 03:09 PM
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Is it scratching the window glass? If not, check for a frayed cable. Strickly speculation at this point.
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Glass is fine with no scratching evident...
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http://www.regulatorusa.com/product_...41&product=122

You will probably just have to inspect the window regulator assembly for signs of frayed cables, worn pulleys, etc.
I had one window make a rattling noise and I never did find anything that looked wrong. I thought it might be the drive gears, but they also looked fine.
I finally ended up replacing the window regulator assembly.
If you do not want to spend $200 or $300 for a new assembly, you can have them rebuilt at regulatorusa.com. They also sell rebuilt ones on eBay.
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http://www.regulatorusa.com/product_...41&product=122

You will probably just have to inspect the window regulator assembly for signs of frayed cables, worn pulleys, etc.
I had one window make a rattling noise and I never did find anything that looked wrong. I thought it might be the drive gears, but they also looked fine.
I finally ended up replacing the window regulator assembly.
If you do not want to spend $200 or $300 for a new assembly, you can have them rebuilt at regulatorusa.com. They also sell rebuilt ones on eBay.
Thanks for the info!! just what I needed...
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