Power Window Stopped Working

I have a 2001 Chevy Tahoe. The front passenger power window stopped working, with the window up (thank goodness). When I actuate either the window switch at the passenger door or the driver door (the child safety is off) I heard a click (a relay) and nothing else happens.

I am inexperienced at working on power windows and am not even sure how to safely remove the door trim panel without damage to the panel. Is this a big job to repair and should I leave it to a mechanic or dealer?

Reply to
AlanRab
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Sounds like the breaker is tripping. It could be possible that the window is just stuck.

Reply to
Steve Mackie

I am having the same problem with my girlfriend's GMC Envoy, except on the driver's side. I hear the relay clicking, but the window won't move. She took it to a shop and they said the problem must be in the switch because they tried powering the window motor itself, bypassing the switch, and the motor works. I wrote gmpartsdirect.com for a part number, and they sent a part number and a notice that the switch will need to be programmed. The instructions are in the service manual. That makes me think that a re-programming would be a good first step, rather than replacing the switch.

Anybody know how to program a door window switch?

Thanks.

Reply to
akloster

Mr. Akloster:

What year is your Envoy?

A quick look at the schematic for a 2000 Envoy shows conventional power window switches. No programming required. Also, the service procedure makes no mention whatsoever of programming.

Reply to
Silver Surfer

It is a 2003 with the extended cab. I carefully took the switch panel apart and saw that it has a couple logic boards and many integrated circuits. At that point I realized spraying it with contact cleaner wasn't going to fix it. . .

Reply to
akloster

Steve

Reply to
Steve Mackie

Thanks Steve. It sounds like I would get off cheaper just taking it to the dealer for a re-programming. So much for do-it-yourself window repairs.

I appreciate your response. Thanks again.

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akloster

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