lilfuzzer 1 Posted October 20, 2013 Help on electric windows please Anyone know why my Windows will only open when the door is open? Assuming fuses are ok at works when the door is open just seems a bit strange and am lost Any help would be appreciated Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bendunstan 10 Posted October 20, 2013 have you tried the windows with your door open but the little switch in the door jam pressed in? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harrier 1 Posted October 20, 2013 Check for broken wire(s) in Door shut area Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted October 20, 2013 Cheers fuys will do didn't think the door sensor thing would make a difference with the windows Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bendunstan 10 Posted October 20, 2013 it shouldnt but its the only thing that really changes when a door is closed or opens. As has been said its probably a damaged wire but its worth checking :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidwort 0 Posted October 20, 2013 Yeah, broken wires in the door loom are not uncommon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VAG-hag 0 Posted October 21, 2013 Id be calling you mate.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted October 21, 2013 Cheers folks I'll check for broken wires :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmGreenVR6 0 Posted October 21, 2013 Hi, I have exactly the same problem. Cannot find any broken wires in the door, nor could the Phirm when they looked. Should be getting a replacement window control unit this week, I'll let you know if this fixes the issue. cheers, Emma Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmGreenVR6 0 Posted October 24, 2013 Hi, The window worked when I first replaced the control unit, but then next day failed again. Got an auto electrician coming tomorrow as we have enough to do on the rest of the car, especially with the current weather! Will let you know if he solves the problem. Cheers, Emma Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted October 28, 2013 Hi Emma yeah that would be great thanks as have notice some other problems too The car hasnt moved in quite some time apart from in and out the garage or on a trailer. Went to Banbury this weekend. The car ran fine but spoiler didnt work, the lights on the clock and mileage on the speedo werent on (when lights were), interior light not working, sunroof not working, radio not working, cig lighter not working. Interesting the window will go down with the door shut without the key in the ignition Seems like a bit of a gremlim (I hope not as had some nice news at weekend so want to get this sort so she will be venturing out a bit more next year) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmGreenVR6 0 Posted October 29, 2013 Hi, Well £100 later we have working windows, sunroof and reversing lights. Woo! The issue was a short circuit being caused by one of the wires going to the reversing lights being rubbed through. This was caused by the rear window wiper mechanism only having one bolt (out of 3) holding it on and that being loose, so the whole thing was able to move about and rub the wire. I hope this helps, the rear panel in the boot was fairly easy to take off, the black Phillips headed screws just turn slightly (1/2 turn) and then you can prise them off. thanks, Em Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted October 29, 2013 Glad u sorted em I shall hace to trace all the wires as I have no rear wiper but another one going to another component maybe at fault Thanks Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
