Power Window Driver's Side Not Working VS Calais/Commodore

[commodorev6]

Hi,
My driver's side (right) power window does not move up in my VS Calais. How could I work out whether it is the switch or the window regulator before taking everything apart? Or could it be another issue - the glass not being on the tracks?

The switch makes a ticking noise, the circular green light still works and when clicked it does dim the interior light.

The window has gradually not been going up but now it doesn't move up at all.

Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[wamboin23]

sounds like a faulty motor/regulator.

i'd say the wiring is all ok, been that it is drawing current, but the motor may have an internal fault.

it could also be a jammed window.

 

[commodorev6]

Thanks for that. I think it is the motor/regulator.

 

[commodorev6]

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[commodorev6]

Does anyone know the best way to remove the lock for interior trim to be removed?

 

[BlackVXGTS]

You can make yourself a little tool using a coat hanger, hammer and a vice. Slip the tool behind the red tab and pull forward on both sides one after the other. Some people have used a screw driver to do the same thing.

 

[commodorev6]

Thanks BlackVSGTS. I've seen a similar diagram in the Gregory's manual just struggling to work out if I have to pry open the red part of the lock with the flat head on left/right side and if it will come off without breaking. I'd be using a very fine flathead screwdriver.

 

[VS_Pete]

Have a look at this.
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_...0&_nkw=vs+commodore+door+lock+button&_sacat=0

Don`t use a screw drive you will dent it.

You will see the red bit pulled out just go easy.
I use a hook type tool.
http://search.supercheapauto.com.au/search?w=hook and pick set

 

[VS_Pete]

You can make yourself a little tool using a coat hanger, hammer and a vice. Slip the tool behind the red tab and pull forward on both sides one after the other. Some people have used a screw driver to do the same thing.

View attachment 191181

I like the look of that tool above.

 

[fireballv8]

I made one of the tools out of the tiny strip of steel that comes with some types of wiper blade replacement. you snap the two strips off at the right length. the power window motor would be the cause of you problems. its 21 or so years old. its just worn out. I've been into a few VR/VS doors, and have seen the drivers side motor has been replaced. you have to drill out rivets to get the regulator out. then fit new bolts to re-attach to door. should be no prob getting a replacement motor or complete regulator.