Front Power Windows not working

JFWOLVERINE

MEMBER
2002 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET
2.0L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
59,400 MILES

I purchased a 2002 VW Cabrio GLX for my daughter. A pretty good car overall but I have one issue.

The FRONT windows will not roll down. Even after I replaced the drivers side switch. I hear the passenger try to do something but nothing happens I hear nothing when I try the drivers side.

The back windows work great and there aren't any other electric issues with the car. The previous owner said that the windows stopped working at the same time.

I haven't seen any fuses for the power windows. Is there a relay or something up on the fuse box?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

1 Reply

SQM

MECHANIC
6,383 POSTS

Hello,

There is a circuit breaker for the windows.
However, if it were blown then none of the window would work.
It does sound like the issue could be the power window regulator. The regulator is the part that actually guides the window up and down.

In order to access the window regulator, you will have to remove the inner door panel. The door panel is mounted by few screws and several plastic fasteners.

You might find this article helpful:

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.

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