How to fix a stuck car window - 2 (window wont go up) Paper clip hack

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  • @Arkoff2008
    @Arkoff2008 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You gave me a great troubleshooting skill for auto electrical systems in the first 4 minutes of this video. You’re a great teacher, simple and to the point. Thank you!

  • @coolandtrending
    @coolandtrending ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Saved me a lot of money. I would have probably taken my car into a shop and if they rolled the window up and said "no charge", I would have tipped them $10. The multimeter cost me $6. So it didn't work on the first several attempts. Eventually, I put the positive probe into the slot sort of diagonally and then I got a reading of 12 volts. After that, it was just a matter of finding the correct neutral slots. Thank you so much for this video! It saved me money and a really wet seat.

  • @The-Athenian
    @The-Athenian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Thanks to you I was able to sleep peacefully without having to leave my window open while I look for a replacement switch for my window. You really made my day man, you changed my mood for the rest of the evening. Thanks a lot!

    • @jerseyginny6787
      @jerseyginny6787 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I agree very good teacher and I am going to have my Cuz try this will comment after he is done.

  • @lanep4322
    @lanep4322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You sir, are a life saver. Our 2005 Sienna rear passenger window went down then refused to go back up. Using your technique I was able to force the window back up. Found out one of the rocker switch arms that moves a lever on the control board had broken off. We just plan to leave the window up for now, as it is not critical. But we were able to get it up using your tips. Thank you!!!

  • @Wahinies
    @Wahinies 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I didn't think this would be so nerve racking but I just wanted my window to close and after studying the 6 pin connector (with only 5 wires) I was able to shunt power and the very first neutral pin got it rolled up! Hallelujah thank you for the awesome instruction! I wish I could take ASE certs under your teaching ability.

  • @barbietuttibuffy8700
    @barbietuttibuffy8700 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    So I watched the video hoping it would help me roll up the passenger side front window on my 1996 Mazda Protege. I used a digital multi meter as instructed in the video , and I easily found the power source on my 5 pin switch, then the ground using the instructions from the video. It took me longer to get the panel off the door than it did to get the window rolled up. Thank you so much, your video is excellent and makes it easy, I never could have done it without watching!

  • @johntaggart6464
    @johntaggart6464 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    dude, you rock!!! after 4 hours of videos and research and tearing everything apart, i got my window up in 30 seconds. its supposed to pour later. you saved a bunch of important tools i keep in there from becoming pool toys.
    THANK YOU.

  • @nznige
    @nznige ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got my window back up using the multimeter instructions with the paperclip today, awesome! Was able to identify that the motor is ok and switch panel is the fault.

  • @Gwen3344
    @Gwen3344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! Master switch suddenly isn't working on the driver side, and I find myself in the midst of rainy season in Florida with a back passenger window that won't go up. To my mind, this means the misery of: a dreaded and expensive trip to the dealer (???), finding a local mechanic (!!!), anxiously praying for no rain today, tomorrow, or ever again (@-!-@). Hurrah, instead I stumble upon this video. It never occurred to me to just use the power switch on the passenger door. Duh! Boy did that simple suggestion and solution dramatically change my mood!!
    This was a perfect example of how anxiety and ignorance fixate the mind into a negative, non-thinking state. And how something so simple can become (and is) the happiest of blessings. I am grateful for the lesson(s) and the blessing! Thanks again!

  • @ImJaaaQ
    @ImJaaaQ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Legend! One paper clip worked for me, absolute lifesaver

  • @donnamalear2277
    @donnamalear2277 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this instructor used philosophy of: we are totally ignorant! He explained everything why where and HOW!!! So easy . Will recommend to my non-mechanically inclined friends. Thank you. Saved big bucks!😊

  • @wordimobi5765
    @wordimobi5765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can only echo what others have said you have a natural ability to teach, the clearest video by far on this subject. And for what it's worth you helped me diagnose the problem is a faulty switch not the motor. Many thanks.

  • @jo5mannyo346
    @jo5mannyo346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi .
    Your Video save me today, thank you. My wife by accident lower the passenger side and it won't go up. Because i have a little knowledge about electric and electronic after i watch your video it take me 5 to 10 minutes to make my window goes up. Thank you again. Keep it up.

  • @tomking13
    @tomking13 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great educational video. Successfully diagnosed a bad passenger door window switch after being able to raise the window using information in this video. After seeing that the lower function on the switch still worked, I used a multimeter to verify that half (the negative side) of the switch was not making a connection. Thanks!

  • @TheVancedallas55
    @TheVancedallas55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I literally NEVER subscribe to anyone..I was having such a hard time figuring out how to get my window up, and less than 4 minutes into this video I had my solution and you earned a subscription out of me! Thank you so much!

  • @Lisacarroll57
    @Lisacarroll57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow really clear concise instructions. Thank you for speaking at a speed that is easy to understand. All around extremely helpful!

  • @perusha4f
    @perusha4f 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    People like you make this world a better place, thanks man

  • @61sgcust
    @61sgcust หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very good video and explanation! I was able to get my 20 year old Stratus passenger window to close again. Still have to figure out if the switch contacts or a broken wire is the culprit. Very happy to have the window up with winter coming on. Tip of the hat to your instructional skill. I worked as a tech instructor in the ion implant industry and your presentation is top notch. Many thanks! Regards, T. Hawkes

  • @timwebster4080
    @timwebster4080 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG. This works for my 03 Subaru Forester. My switch is bad. Thank you so much for a clear and thorough explanation. I did have to watch it at least 10 times before my attempt. I discovered 2 powers and 2 grounds. My dealership parts department was able to give me a printout of the power window diagram, this confirmed what I discovered through your steps. Keep up the brilliant videos. Thank you again.

  • @brandenjones5075
    @brandenjones5075 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best power window bypass explanation EVER!!!! THANK YOU

  • @benjaminwilliams3568
    @benjaminwilliams3568 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a GREAT Instructional Video. My 02 Accord rear passenger window Direct operate up or down. Day before yesterday I was adjusting my right door mirror, and suddenly the rear passenger window went down on its own. Yes it freaked me out, I tried using the master switch and the rear door window switch to put it back up. Nothing happened up or down. I'll use the steps in this video to see if I can see what's going on. Thank you for the multimeter instructions. This will help a lot.

  • @MrFireandrescue
    @MrFireandrescue 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched both videos from the beginning to the very end and then realised that I have kind of master switch the trick not work with. And I do not regret it because it's extremely useful. Thanks, man👏👏👏

  • @abdullahiomarali5241
    @abdullahiomarali5241 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you very much. two right-side windows stopped working after the Battery was recharged now it works one by one. Thank you again. and I subscribed to your channel.

  • @debwoods6011
    @debwoods6011 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. You just helped me so far get my window back up and my windshield washer working again. About to watch your one about ac blower and see if i can get the ac working. Bought a 2005 toyota camry se for $450. And it seems to just have some minor problems. I am so glad i found your channel. You are wonderful in the way you present how to do this things.

  • @albertmiranda1826
    @albertmiranda1826 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this super illustrative video. Helped me to put up my power window in the drivers side on my Dodge Caliber 2007 until the master switch arrives. Perfect explanation!!! Blessings!!!

  • @parkiskennedy5012
    @parkiskennedy5012 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This fix is presented in a very understandable manner. Thanks for providing it. My wife came home from work Saturday PM with her passenger window stuck in the down position. I was thinking about a temporary plastic wrap fix and then an expensive trip to the mechanic. After watching your video I was able to get the window back up and surprisingly it has started working again. Through this process I discovered that Chrysler windows are microchip controlled and am guessing that somehow this may have reset the chip.

  • @justaskwhy1
    @justaskwhy1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I finally found your video again. I really appreciate your simplicity and thoroughness in incorporating drawings and variations. It is awesome. I have had to become a driveway mechanic and enjoy learning new things from the TH-cam videos. Your video is one of the best I have watched and I have watched a lot of videos. Thank you very much. My front passenger window will not roll up or down. I have 11.8 and a - 11.8 at the plug when I put my fluke on it. When I put direct power from battery on to the motor leads, the motor works. So I was looking at a grounding issue due the window motor checks out good and the switch was swapped with know good switch.

  • @dgdiyer1191
    @dgdiyer1191 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good video. The last section was very helpful. My car has one of those relay set ups to control the window. After I took the door panel off and reconnected the all the pigtails, I could see that the window motor was fine but the cable despite the window hardly ever being opened managed to tangle itself up and lock the window open halfway down.

  • @wonktsuJ
    @wonktsuJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your video saved my life. The best and the most practical video that is simple and easy to understand instead of explaining too complicated diagrams and wirings which is, in the end, would not help someone in trouble. Honestly, of all the videos out there, this is the most helpful. It shows a solution instead of explaining the problem only. Thank you very much!

  • @boyscout-p3u
    @boyscout-p3u ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the best and only clear explanation. now im ready to diagnose my car thanks

  • @joshuarobertson8139
    @joshuarobertson8139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super helpful video. Found that I needed both passenger window switches (on passenger door and driver door) in for either to operate

  • @azmgbbb
    @azmgbbb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I wish I had this guy as a teacher in college. He explains things really well.

    • @Jmp5nb
      @Jmp5nb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You and me both.

  • @skafjoseph
    @skafjoseph 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I shouted for victory after I successfully raised my window through this technique. It's been pouring rain and the makeshift cover I arranged for my open window was just too inconvenient. Thank you for the great video!

  • @clusa3721
    @clusa3721 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, thank you, thank you. It looks like we all love your teachings!!

  • @kevintroake9978
    @kevintroake9978 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome. Thank you. Ordering new window switch and not worried about the rain.

  • @builditwithrob
    @builditwithrob 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely incredible idea I own a hummer h2 with a faulty door switch, my window was half down for days I couldn’t get it back up. This video saved me big time
    Cheers bud

  • @elijacamp4027
    @elijacamp4027 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tried this on my mustang it didn't look exactly the same but using this concept I was able to fix it thank you so much.

  • @koot18
    @koot18 ปีที่แล้ว

    Today I was able to quickly fix my Hyundai ix35 passenger window that was down and wouldn't go up, by just following your video... Thanks so much....

  • @richsmith9063
    @richsmith9063 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    WOW an Incredible video covering all aspects & forcing me to think in a new direction. Thank you so much !!!!!!

  • @emanuelmifsud6754
    @emanuelmifsud6754 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Whoa THANK YOU for the knowledge you have . The fault you mentioned I diagnosed for my inoperative drivers side door window , was the connector was not fully in and keeps coming out , so I tied it with steel wire. Keep up your great work.

  • @eric_seguin
    @eric_seguin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simple, no b.s. instructions. Love it. SUBSCRIBED.

  • @wildorchids3657
    @wildorchids3657 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I wish we are back in the old days...no power doors, no power windows, no power seats...i have no problems with that..now we have to deal with all this expensive repairs to fix car electrical problems...

    • @MoeGoe-xt3en
      @MoeGoe-xt3en 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah because you have no time. Because older generations and brainwashed new generations,think we should dedicate 3/4 of our lives at work because we have overpriced homes and cars to pay for. Rather than enjoying life and doing costly repairs ourselves. And that thinking from old generations has put most people in poverty in America.

    • @melanie-py6cv
      @melanie-py6cv 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Me sitting in my 1990 lexus trying to get the power window up 🫠

    • @Yhgdsts765
      @Yhgdsts765 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same here sitting in my 1986 Nissan pathfinder window stuck closed 😁

    • @jeantuite-actress--imdb
      @jeantuite-actress--imdb 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed

    • @sunshine3914
      @sunshine3914 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have crank windows in my old Chevy & 20 yr old Ranger… the labor & parts haven’t been any cheaper than the power windows in newer Chevy.

  • @cityofangels11
    @cityofangels11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve always been scared of the wiring but after watching this DIY managed to isolate issue to the regulator / motor. I was suspecting the master switch all this while 🤪. Feeling a bit more confident of troubleshooting. Also managed to make a diy light tester 😇. Thanks a ton for sharing

  • @silverlover5817
    @silverlover5817 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you very much for this trick, it saved me a lot of money.

  • @domcorleone66
    @domcorleone66 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video!! Used it to get my Ds window closed on my 98 Venture.

  • @ernie0699
    @ernie0699 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the same exact Jeep, I will be attempting to roll up the stuck front passenger window tomorrow!

  • @floridadog7773
    @floridadog7773 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explaining.... Will try it this weekend 😎🌴

  • @antoniom8948
    @antoniom8948 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually just got my driver side window for my LT rolled up after months of it being down, real og 👏

  • @givenhenry4275
    @givenhenry4275 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your one of the best teacher ever

  • @johnalexander4940
    @johnalexander4940 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just tested a Jeep Commander, few tries and it worked. Thanks so 😅

  • @stewartbutterfield2661
    @stewartbutterfield2661 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, my master switch is having issues, and after thinking it I got it working, it crapped out after a minute with the window partway down. This helped get the window back up, cause the car manual I was using was no help.

  • @rodneyrash
    @rodneyrash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you amazing video. it was a great explanation of how window switches work and how to troubleshoot them.

  • @jcp877
    @jcp877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you mate how to learn how to trouble my power window it's very helpful man god bless you

  • @sunofdelhi
    @sunofdelhi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome. Thanks a lot and God bless you.
    In the covid 19 lockdown times, the driver side window button stopped working.
    With no mechanics around, your video helped me in closing the window and securing my car.
    Thanks again

  • @yangonnerd6669
    @yangonnerd6669 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for that video! How to test connections and see what does what...awesome tips!

  • @gloriastephensonhernandez8690
    @gloriastephensonhernandez8690 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Too awesome thank you for sharing your training

  • @robertramirez3994
    @robertramirez3994 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding video and explanation thank you so much

  • @str8facts960
    @str8facts960 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you kindly this video was a great help😎.

  • @JoseRodriguez-oc5xo
    @JoseRodriguez-oc5xo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Larga vida para usted Sr. And thanks for this video was to help me with my grandson car long life to you amigo.

  • @theking13ize
    @theking13ize ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video!! It came in very helpfull

  • @jimgraham6992
    @jimgraham6992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, great work. Very clear instructions that got me out of a jam before the rain came. Thank you.

  • @ww89
    @ww89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not at this level yet. Thanks for your lesson anyway!

  • @jorgeperez6172
    @jorgeperez6172 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man thank you so much for helping me get my window to go up 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @MichaelHarrisIreland
    @MichaelHarrisIreland ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, from Ireland.

  • @robertparker5265
    @robertparker5265 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very detailed presentation....good job

  • @kellyunrau8450
    @kellyunrau8450 ปีที่แล้ว

    It got my window up. Thankyou so much.

  • @mandezadamz4556
    @mandezadamz4556 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really helpful Im gonna subscribe right now

  • @MyOkman
    @MyOkman 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    fantastic video. Thank you

  • @frankjohnson1375
    @frankjohnson1375 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful im going to give it a try thanks

  • @simondizon6137
    @simondizon6137 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks sir for your very detailed explanation. will it work on hyundai santa fe sir?

  • @mattb7961
    @mattb7961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thankyou, your method worked perfectly, saved me money from taking to a garage for repairs. Keep up the good work dude :)

  • @kavimaths47
    @kavimaths47 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative video thanks...

  • @Robyn-j8e
    @Robyn-j8e ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Worked for me! Ty!

  • @monsteross
    @monsteross ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! All other videos I looked up showed how to diagnose the problem to fix it but all I really wanted was just a temporary fix to at least close it until I was ready to get the tools just to diagnose the issue 😒 Now the window is finally closed

  • @jerryvalencia4283
    @jerryvalencia4283 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful thanks

  • @flintmaloney3143
    @flintmaloney3143 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video! Good refresher and new information as well. What do you recommend when troubleshooting a Control module?

  • @michalwalenciak2478
    @michalwalenciak2478 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good 👍 Very nice work 👍👍

  • @earthlycreature8772
    @earthlycreature8772 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello there, I have this one large 15 pin connector on the 2019 Chevy Equinox that attaches to the driver side main power window and side-view mirrors control panel switch. Only the drive side power window and side-view mirrors work but all the other windows don't. Note that only the passenger side window switch works on its own though and sometimes none of the windows work. Not sure if its the connector or the switch that is the problem or could possibly be the relay or another issue altogether. Your advise be will be much appreciated. Thanks.

  • @zhiyuanshi-dk2gn
    @zhiyuanshi-dk2gn ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!

  • @N-T-W
    @N-T-W 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best explanation I found. Thanks for sharing bud

  • @thedodobirdisextinct
    @thedodobirdisextinct 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    a great piece of information for me in this video at about 9:33 Thanks a lot!

  • @Hung-Phan
    @Hung-Phan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You sir, are a life saver

  • @sweetybean1
    @sweetybean1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thanks.

  • @philipgavin6962
    @philipgavin6962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I just subscribed.

  • @robertorochamartinsrocha7041
    @robertorochamartinsrocha7041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good video.

  • @ghadapollard
    @ghadapollard 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much!! Your first suggestion worked.. 😀💯👍🏾

  • @andrewrout8712
    @andrewrout8712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge

  • @kunal0509
    @kunal0509 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very good video...Thank you

  • @tsungaibishop1205
    @tsungaibishop1205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    U deserve a like

  • @srdjanjevremovic3267
    @srdjanjevremovic3267 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bravo!

  • @casenumber001
    @casenumber001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Top notch man 💯 Thank you!

  • @raffydevera9076
    @raffydevera9076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for demo sir

  • @ptbruiser2243
    @ptbruiser2243 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the best!! thanks so much

  • @DirtyLifeLove
    @DirtyLifeLove ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is almost criminal there isn't an emergency manual built in to every electric window

  • @MuhammadAbdullah-ug8fu
    @MuhammadAbdullah-ug8fu ปีที่แล้ว

    Really understandable 9.5/10

  • @tatersmith8433
    @tatersmith8433 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yeah, awesome video... but riddle me this, I have 2 rows of metal points to look at and like 4 of them light up when I'm looking for the power point. How do I determine which is which?

  • @RickWalshCleaning
    @RickWalshCleaning 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent teacher ! Great video ! T H A N K Y O U 👍👍

  • @nathantaylor4381
    @nathantaylor4381 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video

  • @arnimkrause5696
    @arnimkrause5696 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My power window in my 2014 Chevy Cruze on the passenger side and drivers stopped working and my passenger window was down and rain was in the forecast. What I did was take the door panel off and cut the wire from the window motor as the contacts in the motor were to hard to get to so I put the connector plug back in. Didn't want to touch the positive and negative wires together. I spiced the wires and used my booster cable to get power to the door and had another wire connected so in order to connect that to the wires for the plugin to the motor and up the window went. Yeah I know drastic but I had to do this in a hurry. It started raining about 10 minutes later.