Problem: Drivers power window malfunction

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Old 12-15-2013, 09:30 AM
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I have a problem with the drivers power window functioning.
At times it will come down, But will not go back up.
The only way to get the window to go back up is to TURN OFF THE IGNITION all together, Then restart the vehicle and put the window back up.
I have replaced the driver window switch twice, But problem persists.

How do I correct this problem

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Old 12-15-2013, 10:45 AM
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You need to have switch loose so it can be tested when it happens, your other choice would be to replace motor because of a possibility of sticking brushes. Is window all the way down when this happens or also when partially down?
 
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Old 12-15-2013, 01:06 PM
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The problem seems to manifest itself when window is in any position up, down or in between
If I pull over and shut down the Eng. and restart same the window will work just fine.
This happens on the driver side only.
 
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Old 12-15-2013, 05:17 PM
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what year and model
 
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Old 12-15-2013, 06:06 PM
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The Vehicle is a 1997 Eldorado Base model
 
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Old 12-16-2013, 12:57 PM
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Window motors had a bad habit of sticking back then, They're not hard to replace. Door trim panels lift off. Pulling them off breaks hooks off. There is a hidden screw under carpet portion on door trim panel towards the rear. Small screw driver will flip flap out to access.
 
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Old 12-17-2013, 05:56 AM
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Default Power Window Issue

Thanks for the reply and help.
I found a new power window motor at a reasonable cost.
Along with a video of how to change it out.
I plan to buy and do this repair just after the New Year.

Christmas has tapped out my project budget money for this month.
Unlike the Federal Gov., I don't spend money I don't have budgeted.
The Caddy is not a Daily driver more of a toy project.
Beside the weather is such keeping the window up just now is not a problem.

In the future, I would like to change out the Leather Gear Shift ****.
I have seen some in High Polish Wood that look very nice on ebay.
Question is, How do I remove the old one.
Any Suggestions???

Thanks for all the help thus far
Art
 
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Old 12-20-2013, 07:20 PM
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a small flat blade screw driver can pry out clip on dash side of handle
 
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Old 12-21-2013, 05:27 AM
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I placed an order for the window motor yesterday, I expect it to arrive in a day or two.
The Shift **** handle is another issue.
It seems the shift **** has a spring loaded "Device" at the finger position that allows the shift lever to move from position to position.
I have also seen the clip (similar to a staple) you mention...Not only on My ****, but on replacement shift ***** on E-bay as well as other sites.
I'm just a bit Leary about messing up the spring mechanism in the shift lever itself.
Any Suggestions?
 
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Old 12-21-2013, 09:43 AM
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never tried to install one ... I would contact maker for info or local installer
 


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