2002 Grand Am GT power window problem

[lawdog]

on Jr's car the passenger window motor seems to be losing it. The window is slow and more importantly it stops about 1/4 to 1/2" from closing all the way. You can then push it up by hand which i'm not sure you should be able to do either... Is it the motor? How hard is it to replace? Is this a mechanic repair or a body shop repair or can I do it?

Thanks!

[overdalimit]

Bodyshop or mechanic can handle this repair. Motors are available as well as complete regulator assy at most parts stores for a lot less than at the dealer. I would not recommend used unless it is a last option. As a DIY repair I would give it a 5 out of ten for diffeculty. Will require a couple special tools and some knowlege of removing the door panel without breaking anything as well as getting the regulator out and putting it back in again. A good tech can do this repair in an hour or less.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Try spraying "silicone spray" in the window tracks. Don't be afraid to put a little on!!! Work the window up and down and repeat. Did it get better?

[Big Buck Buster]

Try spraying "silicone spray" in the window tracks. Don't be afraid to put a little on!!! Work the window up and down and repeat. Did it get better?

This is a very good point. Too much drag on the motor will cause the circuit breaker to kick out.

[Macgyver55]

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You can then push it up by hand which i'm not sure you should be able to do either

I'm thinking the regulator cable may be toast. The window shouldnt be able to move by hand if it is still attached to the mount.

[Jeremy airjer W]

I guess I read it as it would go if you held the down button and pushed at the same time?

[lawdog]

Nope when its stopped, I just got out and slid it up the rest of the way...

[tedl]

Common problem with the Grand Am GT. It is a plastic piece that is glued to the window that is giving way, eventually it will break and the window comes crashing down. I had to go to the body shop to have this problem fixed. My brother in law had the same problem with his.

Another common problem is the blinker will keep making noise in the dash. Do you have that problem yet?

[lawdog]

I made them replace that goofy blinker deal when I bought it, it clicked like crazy the whole time I test drove it and I told him I'd go postal before I even got off the lot if he didn't fix it!

[Jeremy airjer W]

Nope when its stopped, I just got out and slid it up the rest of the way...

Then they are right, the problem is likely the regulator.