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Old May 20, 2023 | 10:46 PM
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After reconnecting the negative battery leads, my driver side window stopped working. I checked the no. 1, 30a fuse in the rear fuse box and that’s not the problem. I have been working on the a/c compressor which is why the negative was disconnect but can’t think they are related. Opinions??
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Disconnect the negative battery cable again for 30 min and try again...

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Disconnect the negative battery cable again for 30 min and try again...

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And make sure it's tight!
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Other than the window switch and the 30 amp fuse, are there any other parts in the driver side control circuit for the window? Is there a window motor fuse that I’m overlooking? I don’t know how to check the switch once it’s removed from the door panel, but the 30 amp fuse is in working order.
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I just fixed this problem too a month ago. I ended up replacing the power window motor, dealership wanted me to pay $800 just for the part and said no. Luckily I found someone else and able to buy the parts and install it for $500. Hope this helps

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After reconnecting the negative battery leads, my driver side window stopped working. I checked the no. 1, 30a fuse in the rear fuse box and that’s not the problem. I have been working on the a/c compressor which is why the negative was disconnect but can’t think they are related. Opinions??
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Originally Posted by pauldreazy
I just fixed this problem too a month ago. I ended up replacing the power window motor, dealership wanted me to pay $800 just for the part and said no. Luckily I found someone else and able to buy the parts and install it for $500. Hope this helps
Did your window go down when you opened the door? Mines does and this is making me think the motor is fine?
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