Windows don't normally just go off track (the regulator fails causing it to move out of the normal position). If the window appears to be off track, the regulator has most likely failed. Window regulators either use metal gears (which rarely fail) or they use a cable and plastic pulley design -

which commonly fail. If the window has fallen, the regulator will most likely need to be replaced. If the glass is cocked unevenly and is binding, the regulator has most likely came apart. The motor will be heard when pushing the switch in many cases but the window won't work correctly due to the failed regulator.

A manual window regulator is the most basic of window lifting mechanisms. It always has some type of handle sticking through the door panel that regulates the up and down motion of the glass window. Humans are the "power" behind this type of regulator, as the window crank needs to be physically rotated to raise and lower the door glass. With so many vehicles coming with power windows these days, manual regulators are becoming scarce. 

A power window regulator works exactly like it sounds. It is a device that regulates the up and down motion of the glass window with the magic of electricity. Power window regulators will always have some type of electric motor attached to them that is controlled by a power window switch on the door panel or console. In many cases, an inoperable window motor can be replaced separately from the window regulator itself. This allows the repair to be less work, and less costly overall.

Within each one of these types of regulators, you can have a "scissor-type" or "cable-type". Each style has its own benefits.



The cable type window regulator is a more modern design that is used in a huge variety of vehicles. They use far less space inside the door, which is great when additional safety devices are needed. Unfortunately, no window regulators are immune to breakage. Being more complicated than the scissor-type, these window regulators have more opportunity to break. The pulleys and cables in these regulators typically wear out, and snap. When that happens, the glass almost always falls inside the door, leaving your interior open to nature's elements. That means that rain, snow, criminals, and cats will all have a full access pass to your stuff. Not cool!

What Is A Window Regulator ?

A window regulator is electric or manual, and it basically controls the up and down motions of a side window on a car. 

The window regulator is responsible for the mechanical action of moving your window up and down in your door.If the regulator binds, comes loose or breaks, chances are your window will be stuck in one position or another. In the case of a broken regulator, the window will slide down into the door, leaving you unable to shield the interior from the elements. When faced with this issue on your Car, it is best to have it repair or replace  a bad regulator immediately.

How Do Auto Power Window Regulators Work ?

Window regulators Are  located within car doors, help raise and lower windows of the vehicle. Since we use our windows frequently, window regulators and window motors are some of the most actively used parts in any vehicle. For this reason, window regulators and window motors are subject to high wear and tear that lead to breakage and inconvenience.