Sticky Window
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1986 190e
Sticky Window
I've got a 1986 190e with a sticky power window...that's presently stuck in the 'down' position. A couple of questions.
1. Is there any way of getting the window back up manually without having to take the door apart. If that doesn't work....
2. How do the door panels come off? Did a quick inspection, but there doesn't seem to be any screws that need removal. Got an idea how to do it but before I really screw something up I thought I'd ask the experts.
Can anyone help?
1. Is there any way of getting the window back up manually without having to take the door apart. If that doesn't work....
2. How do the door panels come off? Did a quick inspection, but there doesn't seem to be any screws that need removal. Got an idea how to do it but before I really screw something up I thought I'd ask the experts.
Can anyone help?
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From: Middlefield, CT
1994 E320
There is no way to manually operate the window. If you try to raise it with the switch, can you grab the window and assist it?
I believe the door panels on the W201 are secured the same way as a W124.
*Remove the plastic frame around the door actuator lever, then remove the actuator rod from the handle.
*The trim covering the mirror wiring needs to be removed (be careful!).
*Remove the plastic shroud around the latch (on the side of the door).
*Unscrew the locking knob.
*GENTLY lift the door panel upwards. The door is secured with plastic hooks, which can break if you are too forceful and quick.
*Remove the courtesy light.
*Carefully peel back the plastic vapor barrier. When you are done making repairs, use spray adhesive to reattach the barrier to the steel door frame. Try not to get any on the window!
While the panel is off, you should bring it inside and clean it with a vinyl cleaner and apply protectant (like Armor All).
I believe the door panels on the W201 are secured the same way as a W124.
*Remove the plastic frame around the door actuator lever, then remove the actuator rod from the handle.
*The trim covering the mirror wiring needs to be removed (be careful!).
*Remove the plastic shroud around the latch (on the side of the door).
*Unscrew the locking knob.
*GENTLY lift the door panel upwards. The door is secured with plastic hooks, which can break if you are too forceful and quick.
*Remove the courtesy light.
*Carefully peel back the plastic vapor barrier. When you are done making repairs, use spray adhesive to reattach the barrier to the steel door frame. Try not to get any on the window!
While the panel is off, you should bring it inside and clean it with a vinyl cleaner and apply protectant (like Armor All).
Last edited by Jer; May 1, 2004 at 09:24 AM.
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1986 190e
Thanks Jer:
Got the panel off in one piece. Thanks for your directions. That door actuator lever was giving me problems.
You won't believe it! After all that work I had to drive it to the gas station, hit a bump and it's working fine. At least its closed again. Seems like it's one of those wiring gremlins.
Thanks again for your help.
Got the panel off in one piece. Thanks for your directions. That door actuator lever was giving me problems.
You won't believe it! After all that work I had to drive it to the gas station, hit a bump and it's working fine. At least its closed again. Seems like it's one of those wiring gremlins.
Thanks again for your help.
