Window fell into the door?

2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM
4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BEEZYTTN
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My window dropped down into my door because the clip on my driver's side window has broken. Is there any way I can repair that problem?
Aug 17, 2011 at 5:42 PM
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SQM
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Hello,

The window motor regulator is attached to the window glass and moves it up and down. When the regulator fails the window will not operate. If the regulator breaks it can have the window fall in and not come up.
In order to fix this, you will likely need a new window regulator.
This will require you to remove the inner door panel to access.

Here is a helpful guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-and-replace-a-electric-power-window-
motor

I have attached diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
Jan 23, 2022 at 9:15 PM
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