Causes of Slow Moving Window
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Listed below are conditions that may cause a slow moving window.
- The window run channel outboard lip at the rearview mirror is rolled over or the window run channel outboard lip at the rear of door frame (2).
- The window is not seated in the run channel.
- The window is misaligned in the opening.
- The regulator is misaligned causing misalignment of the window.
- Inspect the power window motor for being loose.
- After inspecting the conditions above, do the following:
Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
- Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
- Ensure that the window guide to is fully seated and clipped.
- Ensure that the window is fully seated into the window guide run channel.
- Inspect the window for equal distance between the front and rear run channels.
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.
IMPORTANT:
Owners may comment that the windows operate slowly when going up or down.