1994 Chevy Astro automatic window makes ratchet sound &

Tiny
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  • 1994 CHEVROLET ASTRO
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 158,000 MILES
It is making a loud ratcheting sound at the top position, and also at the halfway down position where the window will no longer open any further. Like a gear is slipping. Is this the regulator or the window motor?Is it necessary to replace both anyway with a car of this age?
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009 AT 12:39 AM

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Tiny
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It does sound like the window regulator. Now as for replacing it I would check price. Sometimes it don't cost much more to replace it as a unit with the motor. It is also easier to replace it as a unit too.
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 AT 10:42 AM

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