Expert: Ben Menard - 2/26/2011

Question
The window does not go up or down, and there is a clicking sound when I press it.

Is it the motor since they do not have a separate a fuse for the window, and how much would replacing a motor for the window cost?

Thanks
Nick

Answer
Hello Nick,

The clicking sound that you hear when you press the window switch is a relay located under the dash.  It is possible that you have a bad switch or broken wire, but it is most likely that you have a bad window motor.

The cost to replace the motor will vary depending on who makes the repair and how familiar they are with the job.  My guess is that a Ford dealer could charge as much as $330.  A good mechanic using a Ford motor could be as much as $200.  A specialist like me using a good quality aftermarket motor would be in the $150 range.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

Ben  .... the power window guy