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Originally Posted by Calipsoe
If the window is still visible at the sill you might be able to assist it back into position and close the window. I had this problem while I was out of town where there was maybe a 1/4 inch of window above the sill. Not enough to get a good grip on it with your fingers.
To close the window I picked up a roll of 2 inch clear packing tape and attached 2 pieces of tape to the top of the window to form pull tabs. I put one at the rear of the window and one about 8 inches forward around the middle of the window. I got about an inch of adhesion on each side of the window glass and left a 2 inch tab above the window to grip. Then I was able to pull on the tabs while engaging the motor to close the window. After it was closed I used more tape to secure the window to the frame so I couldnt open it again until it was fixed.
The main problem was the black clips had broken causing the window to tilt and jam against the rear window track. If you can use the tape pull tabs to create some lift at the rear of the window you might be able to get it back up.
I also found that the metal/plastic window clip guide was broken where the regulator cable attaches to open/close the window.
Here's what you probably need:
Black Clips
Regulator Guide Clips
FYI You might want to shop around for better prices on these items.
P.S. I now keep the tape in the X5 just in case it happens again with another window. |
The tape worked! Thank you for the tip! Now I don't have to drive to work with the window down!
12-30-2019, 09:16 PM
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