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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 08:19 PM
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when i first get in the car, my drivers side window will go down..but when i try to put it up, nothing happens, until i open the door and close it (for the most part) i figured maybe a window motor, but im pretty sure its electrical...where to start?

and i have replaced the switch....could it be the connections going to the switch have gone bad?

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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 09:58 AM
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Its most likely a bad motor. Opening and closing the door can knock the motor around or give it time to cool, which probably puts it in a space to work for a bit.

You should search the forum as there are thousands of posts on this. The motors are a consistent weak point on these cars and there are many good tips here on how to replace them and on which brands of motors will be most durable going forward.
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 06:16 PM
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awesome, thanks alot! ill start there and see how it goes
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You could also replace the wiring, seems to solve most of the problems with the windows or simply replace the motor.
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Grab a new motor from advance. Don't over tighten it, and put down correct info when they ask because they have a lifetime warranty.
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