1999 buick century power windows not working

  • 1999 buick century power windows not working

    • Lower window to about ¾ of the way down or until the frame that the window sits on is visible in the lower opening.

    • Locate the 3 screws in the door.

    • 1 screw is in the door latch (phillips head)

    • The other 2 are in the door tray (10mm socket)

    • Pry away the door (a flat head can be used as seen in the image, but any wedge like object would work.)

    • Tweeter Connection (circled in red)

    • Disconnect the tweeter connection where the red arrow is pointing.

    • Automatic Lock Connection (circled in green)

    • Disconnect the automatic lock connection from its location in the green circle.

    • If the internal door panel is covered with protective plastic, remove it before proceeding.

    • Locate and remove the 3 screws holding the window motor in place (Wrench and 10mm socket needed).

    • Disconnect the window motor connection wiring.

    • Wedge in-between the outer shell of the door and the window to hold the window in place (be careful not to damage the window. May have to stick it in at an angle).

    • Locate and Remove the four 10mm screws below the interior door latch.

    • Locate and remove the two 10mm screws on the window frame.

    • Remove the motor and the regulator through the hole.

    • Follow steps in reverse order to connect the new window motor and regulator and to reassemble the door panel.

  • What causes all power windows to stop working?

    Window malfunctions are typically caused by a faulty window regulator (also called a window track), or a broken motor, cable pulley or window switch. Sometimes it can be a combination of those things.

    Does each power window have its own fuse?

    There is no separate fuse or relay for each of the power windows. They are all powered by the one circuit breaker and relay.

    Can a blown fuse cause power windows to not work?

    In doing so, the blown fuse cuts off the power supply to the window's electrical circuit. The idea is to protect your power window circuitry and mechanical components from electrical damage. But with a blown fuse, the windows won't get any power to allow for proper functioning.