1996 Drivers side rear vent window problem

[ruggratt]

My rear vent window on the drivers side sometimes doesn't move at all, (open or close) sometimes it will move a little either way but usually it doesn't open or close all the way before the motor seems to "die", for lack of a better term. If I wait a few minutes the motor will move a little bit more and then dies again. I disconnected the window and the motor seemed to work better and longer. Anyone have any ideas what could be wrong? Bad window motor maybe? The passenger side works fine...

[coyote3]

Having the same problems with both of mine.The only thing I haven't ruled out is the operating switch itself.
Also having trouble with passenger power window.Works fine from driver control,so it has to be the passenger switch control.
Just a thought!

[ruggratt]

So you think there might be a short or something else wrong with the switch itself causing it to fail after a second or so of use?

[coyote3]

Ruggrat,
My switch was intermittent in operation then it would quit completely
making it very hard to get the window closed.It's possible the switch contacts are dirty or bad.I intended to try a contact cleaner on the switch ,if I can get it out.Don't have a schematic of the wiring but there could be a relay that the switch operates.If so that would be another trouble spot to check.
I hate to say this but my wife uses the Van now and she hasen't complained about it.(Believe it or not)The front pass. window I will check as soon as it stops raining long enough to do anything.
First week of holidays so I expect lots of rain!
Will let you know if I have any luck.
A really great product for switches is "De-Oxit" I use at work on electrical
contacts and switches. Spray!