What to do when the car window won't go up?
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Solutions for car windows that won't go up are as follows: Reset the window lift system: (1) Turn on the ignition switch, pull and hold the switch upward. (2) After the window reaches the top, continue pulling for 3 seconds, then release the switch and press and hold it down. (3) Let the window descend to the bottom and wait for 3 seconds. (4) Repeat the upward action once more to complete the initialization procedure, and the window lift function will be restored. Clean dirt from the window guide channel: Insert chopsticks wrapped with a damp towel into the window guide channel. Adjust the number of towel layers wrapped around the chopsticks according to the width of the guide channel to ensure moderate thickness. Move the chopsticks up and down forcefully within the guide channel to clean, and continuously remove the towel to clean off the accumulated dirt until no more dirt comes off.
When my car window won't roll up, the first thing I check is whether the door switch button responds when pressed. Sometimes it's just poor contact or dirt, and wiping the contacts with a damp cloth will do the trick. If there's no sound, it might be a blown fuse. Open the car's fuse box, locate the fuse with the corresponding symbol (the manual has a position description), and try replacing it with a new one. If that still doesn't work, gently push the glass upward to help it roll up, but don't force it to avoid jamming or damaging the motor. On rainy days, use transparent tape or plastic wrap to temporarily seal the window gap to prevent water from getting in. If you can't fix it, don't delay—visit a repair shop as soon as possible to avoid driving dangerously in strong winds. For regular maintenance, spray track lubricant frequently to reduce sticking issues.