Do these put a strain on the window motor?
921544
I have them on a 08 Honda Pilot and a 12 Nissan Frontier and have had any problems. It feels like there is a strain on the motor when first installed but once seated it goes away. The quality of motor may have an impact.
921545
No, they do not, had mine installed on a Nissan Rogue and F-150 for several years, no problems
921546
not realy when you first install them it seems like it but don't me and my son both have them and no problems
829541
No. I would recommend one that's a little heavier. If you keep window closed then yes.
1696710
I pulled mine off heated up the edge where the window hits on both ends. Bent them just a bit redid the tap which I bought at a auto parts store. To make the ends soft enough to bend I just held them close to a halogen light til I was able to move them. You would think when they were make they would have done this easy fix. Hope this helps
724537
No, they are not spring loaded. Would be helpful if they were. Mine are still a bit too stiff for me.
49969
No, there is very little stress on the window. Most of the weight is carried by the window sill.
1031139
Yup. They don't touch the windows, so you can open windows with them in. This was the whole reason i got mine. The only issue is the speed you're going. I wouldn't open the window if you were going over 100 km/hr, because they can fall out of the holders (and potentially go out the window). I think the instructions said to not open the windows going over 130, but I found I started to have issues at 100
1565581
Sorry, I can't remember. But I think so. I only used them for a little while because they got caught up while winding the window down.
675708
You need a window control module. If you put a constant 12 volts onto the up wire it will burn out the motor.
624374
No they are cooling fans if the power you are pulling starts heating it up they will kick on. Be careful not overload it. It will shutdown to protect itself
1031138
Yup. They don't touch the windows, so you can open windows with them in. This was the whole reason i got mine.The only issue is the speed you're going. I wouldn't open the window if you were going over 100 km/hr, because they can fall out of the holders (and potentially go out the window). I think the instructions said to not open the windows going over 130, but I found I started to have issues at 100
1843621
No they seem to be pretty strong. I haven't had any problems. Hope this helps.
2028560
Here ya go Christyn. Everything you'll need nicely listed. I've bought several of these motors and like em. Beat OEM so far. http://www.dormanproducts.com/catalog/WindowLiftMotors.pdf
404213
Sounds like the window regulator is faulty but it very well could be the drive gear of the motor itself. I would remove the door panel and attempt to run the motor / window so you can see first hand what is going on with this motor / regulator. Be prepared to replace the window regulator and motor as a match set. This gives you the best chance to having a fully operational window for a long time!
1099879
Not at all. I have noticed that from time to time (maybe once a month) you do need to reach down and tighten the knobs but I have not noticed any damage.
2142148
Absolutely! After I installed mine there was a severe vibration when it was running. I called the manufacture and they had a local repairman out in 2 days and they discovered that the fan had gotten slightly bent during shipping so they ordered a new fan (and motor just to be sure) and installed them at no charge to me. Has been working great since.
1782622
No. They may get squeezed in. In my case part of it went down inside with the glass and then came back up. The shade or the window didn't get damaged but it looked like it could have been. So I take it down before rolling down the window.
1465703
it will matter. best way to be sure to get the correct motor is to go to the Dorman website and search for your particular make and model. if your window regulator is cable operated it is best to replace the entire regulator for a little more money. if the cable is not rolled correctly when the new motor is installed the regulator will not work correctly if at all.