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Subject:Re: Power window switch, intermittent passenger switch failure
From:Kim Brennan
Date:Wed, 29 Jan 2003 13:23:11 -0500

Sounds like the wiring is beginning to go. This is often a problem with
the power mirrors, so I woujldn't be surprised if it applied to the
power windows too. Essentially the wires running through the door are
flexing at the hinge. Over time, the wires can break due to the flexing.

You can imagine the solution. Find the break and repair the wire.
Intermittant electrical problems are the worst things to diagnose. A
continuity meter with an audible tone might be your best tool.

On Wednesday, January 29, 2003, at 01:08  PM, developtrust wrote:

>
> Before I tackle this job today I thought it wise to consult this list.
>
> My driver side passenger power window switch fails intermittently.
> (Passenger side too.)
>
> If I open and slam the door it will work again but I don't see any
> switch
> buttons in the door jamb.
>
> Any thoughts on what is wrong and how to fix?