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Question: electric window switch

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Bobdamann11, Valley Springs, CA, February 17, 2011, 19:17
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The window switch console works intermittently. Consequently, I can use the switch to lower the windows from the cluster switch located on the auto trans shifter panel. Can this cluster switch be serviced? Are there points in the cluster that can be cleaned/serviced? I can purchase a new instrument cluster for approx. $600.00 or replace with a used one for $100.00. Please advise. Thanx.

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    overbys from Overbys Inc, February 18, 2011, 11:40
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    a switch either works or doesn't work. a new switch assembly is $520 and you already have one that's used.

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    Bobdamann11, February 18, 2011, 12:11
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    My switch works intermittently. First, cold or warm weather, the switch will function to roll the windows down. When it's cold and rainy,the switch does not roll up the windows at all. Yet, when it is warm and sunny, the switch will work to roll up the windows but not without a struggle. One source said that I should service the contact points first. I am not sure what it means to service the contract points.

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