Driver side window: It behaved like it was dragged against pressure and essentially stop. Then I would have to wait a few mins then burp it up till closed. (defective motor actuator/motor - getting hot?)

I did get an OEM takeout to replace entire PW assembly, but now mine runs fine - Up and Down w/o issue!!

• I have time off over xmas- if folks recommend to fix this now- I can, but looks like a PITA to replace the door hardware.
• ***Was there specific cleaning or lubriacation that may be the help the window needs to not have a tough time cycling up and down??***

 

Same issue, but on the passenger side.

 

303 protectant worked for me. fixed my sticking windows. cost $12 for the bottle

 

Great call Teaa! - great minds think alike.

To be clear for others, 303 is a family of cleaning and protectant products. I have the 303 aersoace protectant already for my boat. I did add that previously to the track so maybe thats what is suddently curing the window drag. But there is probaby a better product for this - AT-205!! It's $$ and you need a spray bottle for it. Its AMAZING to rejuvinate rubber of any type. I thinkk the 303 makes these slick so this can be a test case to see what will help these old cars the best

Here's my game plan:

• take off the passenter door panel
• wipe the inner seal with AT 205 and leave it overnight
• Spray some AT 205 along he outside and move the window up and down 6" and reapply the AT205 a couple times
• reassemble the door and see hot it goes
• Repeat on passenger door if the passenger widnow is suddently 'fixed'

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I think of it like my garage door tracks. Should be squeakly clean. If you add WD40 etc it will never run smoth and only build up more muck.

 

my Passenger door window works smoothly some of the time but sometimes it wouldnt come back up that is until ui was going over sixty then it would rise perfectly ?????

 

Interesting find with the rubber on the window causing it to stick. My driver window is a little slow, didn't think this rubber seal would be the cause, I was going to open up the door panel to clean&lube the moving parts, but maybe I'll try this first since it's quick and easy.

Note that 303 used to make a product specifically for rejuvenating rubber weatherstripping seals, it's called "303 Rubber Seal Protectant", UPC 0 82043 30324 9, SKU # 30324 and 30325. I see that it is now discontinued, but still referred to on their official website (see quotes below). Maybe I'll try Protectant on one window and Seal Conditioner other on another.

303 Rubber Seal Protectant must ship via ground shipping (not air) and must always be protected from freezing. I suspect air shipping would expose the product to low temperatures and low pressures, both combined would make it freeze faster. Maybe inability to ship via air is why they stopped making this product. The ingredient list at https://thegoldeaglemethod.com/303-r...al-protectant/

"Door seals that become brittle can crack and split. Damaged seals can result in a noisy and uncomfortable ride as cold air and moisture are able to leak into the car. 303® Rubber Seal Protectant is an effective way to clean salt and dirt from door and trunk seals while also providing vital protection." --https://www.goldeagle.com/tips-tools/prepping-your-car-winter-303-products/

"What can you do to keep your weather stripping like new? Rubber seal protectant will help prevent your car from freezing shut. There are various products on the market which will help care for this rubber weather stripping. These products will keep the weather stripping pliable and protect it from the elements for longer wear and protection for a vehicle’s doors and windows. They are made to clean and leave a protective layer on weather stripping. One of the best products that is recommended is 303® Rubber Seal Protectant. To use 303 Rubber Seal Protectant, apply it to the weather stripping in your car using the attached foam applicator. Allow the product to sit until fully dry, and repeat if necessary. It will leave a matte finish which is neither oily nor greasy and it will coat the weather stripping for months of protection." --https://www.goldeagle.com/tips-tools/protecting-your-vehicles-weather-stripping/