Q: Window not going up or down

asked by on January 27, 2016

The driver's side window won't go up or down.

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Hi. This issue is common on Dodge Avengers. A malfunctioning master switch or an open circuit along the lines of your power windows is the culprit. Have a mechanic such as one from YourMechanic correctly diagnose the window issue more precisely.

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