Q: One of my power windows will not raise.

asked by on May 09, 2016

The power window on the front, driver's side window will not raise.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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Hi there, thanks for writing in.

It’s hard to give a specific answer with no specific details regarding your vehicle or your exact problem, though I can tell you that there are several possibilities of what could be wrong. It could be as simple as a blown fuse for the windows, to a damaged wire or wiring harness, to a failed window motor or a failed window regulator. Many cars had common window regulator and window motor problems, which is the most common 2 causes I have seen for this problem. Always start by checking the fuses first though, as they are very quick and easy to replace. You can also contact a professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to diagnose the window issue for you.

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