Causes of Slow Moving Glass
Caution: Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the driver door.
When operated, the Express Up/Down Feature allows the door window to move
very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.
| • |
Owners may
comment that the windows (door glass) operates slowly when going up or down. |
| • | Listed below are 4 conditions that may cause slow moving glass. |
| - | The glass run channel outboard lip at the rearview mirror is rolled
over or the glass run channel outboard lip at the door rear, is rolled over
(2). |
| - | The glass run channel is not seated at the door rear. |
| - | The glass is misaligned in the opening. |
| - | The regulator is misaligned causing misalignment of the glass. |
Adjustment Procedure
- Remove the trim panel.
Refer to
Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to
Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement
.
| • | Condition 2.1: Using a flat-bladed tool, straighten the run channel
lip by pulling it out to its correct position. |
| • | Condition 2.2: Use a flat-bladed tool to push the run channel
rearward to seat it in the door frame. |
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
| • | Condition 2.3:
Loosen the window to regulator bolts. |
| • | Rotate the cam (5) on the window regulator plate so that the slot (6)
is straight up and down. In this position, the back of the glass will tilt
forward. |
Tighten
Tighten the 2 window to regulator bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
| • | Condition 2.4: Loosen the window to regulator bolts. |
| • | Loosen the 4 regulator bolts. |
| • | Now, tighten the window regulator bolts according to the tightening
sequence(1,2,3,4). |
Tighten
Tighten the 4 window regulator bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
| • | Tighten the 2 window to regulator bolts. |
Tighten
Tighten the 2 window to regulator bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Connect the power window switch.
- Install the water deflector. Refer to
Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement
.
- Install the trim panel. Refer to
Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
.
