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Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:09 am
by dj2002
I have searched the entire site for a resolution but I have been unable to locate what I need. My driver side window just stopped working with no warning signs, no noises, nothing. It was fine. I got out of the car for 5 mins and when I got back in and went to put the window down it was dead. I checked the wiring to make sure I was getting power and it appears that I have power to the switch and the passenger’s side is working fine. I installed a new switch last night and it’s still not working. I thought I would see signs of failure or hesitation if it was the motor or the regulator but I may be wrong. Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:47 am
by DSM_Lara
... I don't know what to say. It happened to me this past Wednesday. Similar issue... check the relay/wires/master switch and still wasn't working. Got a quote from Stealership for a new master switch they were asking $365.54 (at this point I was going to crap myself). Few hours later got back into my car and it works fine now. Weird huh? I have read around the forums showing other member was having similar issues and was wondering is this common with the Gen1 Solara's? This was the first time it has happened to me hoping it will be the last. Part number for master switch 84820-08020 If needed.

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:55 am
by dj2002
Thanks for the info. Every time I get in the car I try it just to see if it decides to work but nothing. I looked into getting a relay but I can't find one in stock so I may just have to order one... I'm going to take everything apart this weekend so I will post any finding...

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 6:53 pm
by 02slera
Same thing happened to my 99 explorer xlt... rolled the window down, got back home and it wouldnt roll up.
i decided to take off the door panel, the window motor was well buried in the door, but there was an electrical plug that was easy to get to and i took it apart to check for 12 volts when the switch was pressed, as i remember i read +12 volts rolling the window one direction and -12 volts when the switch was pressed in the other direction, then i was sure i had a bad motor, put the plug back together and tried it again, it worked! i put the door panel back on and it worked fine ever since. i hope you are as fortunate and only have a loose connection.

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 7:45 pm
by alltrac92

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Sat Jul 17, 2010 11:27 am
by dj2002
Thanks for the information and the link. I'm about to take the door apart so I will check the connections and see if I have a 12 volt circuit. Do you by chance know where the relay is located? I figured I could try that as well for 13.00 but I don't know where it is and I can't find it labeled anywhere.

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Sep 10, 2010 4:52 am
by DSM_Lara
I'm bumping this because it only happens once in a while and was wondering if anyone else has this issue. When it gets really hot outside my driver window won't operate. This is when I get into the car when it's been sitting in the sun for sometime. Only my driver side window will temporarily not work. Then when it cools down it will operate like normal. Just curious if this is a common problem with these cars because replacing the switch with a new one is a too dam pricey.

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Fri Sep 10, 2010 9:15 am
by indiglosolara
This happens to me once in a while but I always though it was my DEI window relay for my alarm, I have the remote up/down from my alarm, but I've found ways to get it work but didn't think it was a problem for someone that didn't add relays like I did.

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Sat Sep 11, 2010 3:46 am
by 02slera
take the door panel off and check for 12v when the window does not work, if you get 12v then the problem must be the window motor, if you dont get 12v then the problem must be before that (fuse, switch, etc.) and as stated before, you might get lucky like i did with my explorer and just have a loose connection, in the explorer the plug in the door was completely pushed together and looked perfect, i was very surprised when after checking it for 12v (which i had) and putting the plug back together the window was magically working, and i never had another problem out of it.

Re: Window just stopped working

PostPosted: Sat Nov 06, 2010 1:08 pm
by stringbean
this has just started happening to me, passenger window wont work, from either of the switches, also oddly my lock button on passenger side doesnt work, but unlock works. idk if its relvant but the passenger side speaker cuts in and out, but ive completely rewired the stereo, i think the speaker is just due to an old amp maybe kicking the bucket... but my lock button and window wont work... and no signs of dieing, just happened... is there fuses for the windows?