Is there a FAQ or how-to on the K5 electric rear window? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

trevor73402 · 08-17-2010, 02:42 AM

Hey guys,

My rear window on my '84 K5 does not work and I need to get it working so I can use my tailgate and cargo area. I don't even know where to start as far as checking things. I know that the cables and the motors are common problems with these electric rear windows. Is there a FAQ, write-up, or any other type of thread that shows how to diagnose issues with the rear window? How to check the cable? How to check the motor? Its in the up position and won't move. I've taken the panel off the back and can see inside, but don't know what to start looking for.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,

dropd80s · 08-17-2010, 11:12 AM

To get the window down you can take the cable off the motor and spin it down with a crescent. Then you can drop the gate and get a better look at whats what. Its all fairly simple. Start with a test light and see if you have power, if not work your way forward. It's just like anything else, a little patience and you'll have it going.

08-17-2010, 02:42 AM	#1
trevor73402 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Ardmore, OK Posts: 164	Is there a FAQ or how-to on the K5 electric rear window? Hey guys, My rear window on my '84 K5 does not work and I need to get it working so I can use my tailgate and cargo area. I don't even know where to start as far as checking things. I know that the cables and the motors are common problems with these electric rear windows. Is there a FAQ, write-up, or any other type of thread that shows how to diagnose issues with the rear window? How to check the cable? How to check the motor? Its in the up position and won't move. I've taken the panel off the back and can see inside, but don't know what to start looking for. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, __________________ 1984 K10 SWB "Coal" 1987 K5 Blazer "Ole Miss" 1979 GMC Jimmy (Project) 2008 F250 CC 4x4 King Ranch 6" lift on 37's (Spartan-ized!!) 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Hemi Orange 2008 HD StreetGlide 2007 HD Custom Fatboy 1980 Suburban (will be for sale or trade soon).

08-17-2010, 11:12 AM	#2
dropd80s Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: wichita falls tx Posts: 429	Re: Is there a FAQ or how-to on the K5 electric rear window? To get the window down you can take the cable off the motor and spin it down with a crescent. Then you can drop the gate and get a better look at whats what. Its all fairly simple. Start with a test light and see if you have power, if not work your way forward. It's just like anything else, a little patience and you'll have it going.



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