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Why are my Silverado windows not going down?

Why are my Silverado windows not going down?

I purchased a 1991 Silverado for my son and the windows worked fine for a month and then they started to stop and go at times. I replaced the switches and checked the relay and all were fine. I then took the panel apart and it looks like the previous owner made speaker holes in them and damaged some of the wires in the process.

What does it mean when a window won’t go down?

First off, is it only one window that won’t go down? If so, it might be a single connection, switch, or motor that’s not working. If all power windows aren’t working, then it might be a fuse or relay. Check the fuse box that contains the power window fuse and see if the fuse or relay is intact.

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I purchased a 1991 Silverado for my son and the windows worked fine for a month and then they started to stop and go at times. I replaced the switches and checked the relay and all were fine. I then took the panel apart and it looks like the previous owner made speaker holes in them and damaged some of the wires in the process.

What causes a power window to not go down?

There are a number of things that could be causing a malfunction of your power window. First off, is it only one window that won’t go down? If so, it might be a single connection, switch, or motor that’s not working. If all power windows aren’t working, then it might be a fuse or relay.

What to do if your elictric window won’t go down?

If you take it apart, you may find that there are 3 disintegrated nylon plugs that have deteriorated between the plastic gear and drive gear. If they have gone bad, you can replace them with new plugs found at NAPA (about $8. I think they are only listed for fords, but they aren’t rocket science.

There are a number of things that could be causing a malfunction of your power window. First off, is it only one window that won’t go down? If so, it might be a single connection, switch, or motor that’s not working. If all power windows aren’t working, then it might be a fuse or relay.

If you take it apart, you may find that there are 3 disintegrated nylon plugs that have deteriorated between the plastic gear and drive gear. If they have gone bad, you can replace them with new plugs found at NAPA (about $8. I think they are only listed for fords, but they aren’t rocket science.

What to do if left front window does not work?

Disconnect left power window motor connector. Ensure ignition switch is in “run” position. Connect a test light between left power window motor connector terminals “A” (dark blue wire) and “B” (brown wire). Observe test light while operating left front window switch on master switch assembly to UP and DOWN positions.

Why is my drivers side window not working?

Here is a guide and some wiring and fuse diagrams (Below) that will help you get the job done. There could be a fault with the green wire (power to motor/switch) between the fuse box and switch/motor or the ground is bad. Perform a continuity test (with no power in circuit) on both the power and ground wires. Please let us know what happens.

How to test left front driver side window?

3 Ensure left front window switch on master switch assembly is in neutral position. Connect a test light between battery voltage and master switch assembly connector C1 terminal “M” (Black wire). If test light illuminates, go to next step.

Why is the driver side window on my Silverado not working?

My son borrowed my 2001 Silverado yesterday and the driver’s side window got stuck about 3/4 of the way down. He says he hears the motor, but it won’t move. He got it up further for now but believes it’s off the track, if that’s possible. As soon as I get it back I’ll take the door panel off to see what’s going on.

Where are the power windows on a Chevy truck?

It controls both the front and rear windows on the left side. There is also one for the right side power windows as well. I suspect that this is bad or not making a good connection.

Disconnect left power window motor connector. Ensure ignition switch is in “run” position. Connect a test light between left power window motor connector terminals “A” (dark blue wire) and “B” (brown wire). Observe test light while operating left front window switch on master switch assembly to UP and DOWN positions.

3 Ensure left front window switch on master switch assembly is in neutral position. Connect a test light between battery voltage and master switch assembly connector C1 terminal “M” (Black wire). If test light illuminates, go to next step.

Are there any problems with the power window on a Silverado?

Re: Driver Side Power Window problems. So has anybody figured out the mysterious 2007 Silverado drivers door window issue?

Why is my driver side power window not working?

If that reads good, then it must be the fuse that goes to the fuse panel. This is in the underhood electrical center, called the LBEC2 fuse. It’s a 60Amp fuse and controls a lot of other things so I doubt that is the problem but that is the full power system to the door window. Re: Driver Side Power Window problems.

Why is my elictric window not going down?

A great deal of the time, the motor is not the problem. No sense tearing the door all apart to change the window motor if you don’t have to. It can be difficult. If more than one window is giving you trouble, the problem is most likely in the switch and wires.

Why is the power window on my car not working?

If one or more power windows in the vehicle completely fail, and the fuse is not blown, there may be a more complicated electrical issue. Electrical issues can be as simple as a faulty switch or as complicated as a broken wire buried deep in the car’s interior, but they can usually be diagnosed with a simple 12-volt (12V) voltmeter.

What to do if your power window won’t go down?

If you decide that the power window motor is bad (which is very common), be sure to inspect the faulty motor. If you take it apart, you may find that there are 3 disintegrated nylon plugs that have deteriorated between the plastic gear and drive gear. If they have gone bad, you can replace them with new plugs found at NAPA (about $8.

Do you need a PCM for a GM car?

Depending on the year, model and engine of your GM vehicle, your starting system may be less complicated or use only some of the components shown here. For example, earlier anti-theft systems didn’t communicate the same way with the PCM. The bottom line is you MUST get the wiring diagram for your particular vehicle.

A great deal of the time, the motor is not the problem. No sense tearing the door all apart to change the window motor if you don’t have to. It can be difficult. If more than one window is giving you trouble, the problem is most likely in the switch and wires.

What should I do if my car window is not working?

Locate the securing screws, usually behind covers or trim, and undo them. The process of removing the door panel will vary depending on your particular car. Check the electrical input on the power and ground wires, which are generally the two largest wires connected to the window motor.

What happens if your car’s windows are stuck open?

If your car’s electric windows are stuck open or stuck shut, it’s a major inconvenience. If they’re stuck open, you won’t be able to close them in case of rain or to secure valuables. If they’re stuck shut, you can’t open them when you need to let in some fresh air or hand over cash at a toll both.

What kind of truck has windows that roll down but not up?

The Chevrolet Silverado is a line of trucks under the Chevrolet brand and manufactured by General Motors. Mechanically, the GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado are identical. I have a problem with my power windows. They all roll down using the driver door or their own switch but the only one that rolls up is the driver window.

What should I do if my GMC power window is not working?

If there is power, then check the dark blue wires at pin B of the window switch for voltage. If no voltage is detected on any or some of the wires, the wiring in the door jamb should be wiggled while the voltage is monitored to see if the is a fluctuation. If there is, it indicates broken or loose connections in the door jamb.

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First off, is it only one window that won’t go down? If so, it might be a single connection, switch, or motor that’s not working. If all power windows aren’t working, then it might be a fuse or relay. Check the fuse box that contains the power window fuse and see if the fuse or relay is intact.

What kind of window does a 2003 Silverado have?

I have a 2003 Silverado 2500 HD. The passenger side window used to go up and down and would sometimes stop. Then, after slamming the door a couple of times it would work again. Then, it just stopped working all together.

What’s the newest problem with my 2003 Chevy Silverado?

Read reviews of repair shops in your area. Enter your zip code: Newest problem with this 2003 Silverado. Both windows going up and down very slowly or not all the way up, then mid winter, polar vortex winter by the way, they quit working all together and of course got stuck in the down position.

What kind of window does a Silverado LTZ 4 door have?

53 people found this helpful. 2007 Silverado LTZ 4 door, Drivers side windows don”t work but passenger side windows work fine from the master switch even after replacement.

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