1994 Chevy Astro automatic window makes ratchet sound &

1994 CHEVROLET ASTRO
158,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GUILDMAN
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It is making a loud ratcheting sound at the top position,and also at the halfway down position where the window will no longer open any further.Like a gear is slipping.Is this the regulator or the window motor?Is it necessary to replace both anyway with a car of this age?
Dec 22, 2009 at 12:39 AM
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RACEFAN966
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It does sound like the window regulator. Now as for replacing it I would check price. Sometimes it don't cost much more to replace it as a unit with the motor. It is also easier to replace it as a unit too.
Dec 23, 2009 at 10:42 AM