Oldsmobile/Buick Repair: 92 regal power window, circuit breaker, rivets


Question
hey van,
a little while ago my 92 regal custom's driverside window wouldn't move, stuck halfway.  after a little pushing down and pulling up on the window, it finally started to move with the switch again.  now (about 2 weeks later) it's stuck totally down, doesn't budge or sound like it's even starting to.
how do i fix it?!?!?!
is there a way i can at least get it up manually without replacing switches/motors?
thanks, asim
ps- please assume you're talking to a moron, because when it comes to cars and electrical stuff, i'm a complete idiot.

Answer
Hello Asim,
The motor has a built in circuit breaker that trips when it reaches the end of travel.
When they get worn, replacing the motor is what is usually required.
That usually requires drilling some rivets, and replacing them with bolts.
Pretty hard to get it up manually....pretty much need to take the motor out to do it.

Van