Electric window motor bench test, strip & fix #1423

Electric windows are, by nature, less reliable than the old 'hand' operated regulators. However, it's obvious that reliability & subsequent repair costs are way down the priority list of most modern vehicle manufacturers. Take LED lights as a prime example - what was a simple & inexpensive bulb swap now becomes a complete, bank balance destroying lamp cluster replacement!

So, with manufacturer's constant quest to complicate cars & provide more 'luxury' for the driver, electric windows are now a 'standard' feature on cars & have been for many years. As a result, given their complexity & increased number of components, they often cause problems, be it relays, motors, switchgear or even a simple break in the wiring loom - whatever the fault, it's a mechanic's job to find it & fix it!

Here's a video I put together one wet & windy Sunday morning when my own Nissan Patrol's driver's door window mechanism decided enough was enough. The video covers the bench testing, strip down & rebuild of the electric motor assembly and a look inside the controlling relay, contact cleaning and relay operation too...

I'm happy to say that the window is now working better than ever!

If you have any questions please add them to the comments section & I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Andy Mechanic

Видео Electric window motor bench test, strip & fix #1423 канала Andy Mechanic