Q: Windows lower for no reason, what’s broken?

asked by on November 02, 2015

The windows in my 2009 Honda Odyssey lower at random. Why is this is happening on a car with only 21,000 miles on it? It is annoying! I am worried someone will use the window to break into the car. What can I do about this?

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