Drivers Door Controls
2012 GMC Sierra 1500.
The driver's armrest controls, for front passenger window and both side mirrors, have stopped working.
Initially, I was unable to raise/lower the front passenger window, although it can be operated by the passenger. I am now unable to move either side mirror.
The controls can still operate all other windows as well as all door locks.
Funny enough, the controls starting acting up just prior to ordering a new truck (22 GMC Sierra 2500). Part of the deal includes the current truck as a trade-in, although I have the option to sell it privately.
On my previous truck, I was able to replace the passenger side front door window actuator, but that was a manually operated window, so I have some experience pulling a door apart etc. However, as this is electric components, I have no experience with this stuff.
It appears the electrical component for all the driver's door operations is contained in one single device, just under the armrest. Having said that, I have yet to confirm if this component is the problem.
If I sell the vehicle privately, I want to replace/fix the issue prior to sale, but as the issue was present during the trade-in inspection, I am likely to leave it as is (but I may change my mind on that).
So, does anyone have any experience doing this operation and can offer some advice? It would cost about $600 (CDN) to have it done, but about $325 for the component alone.
Marv
The driver's armrest controls, for front passenger window and both side mirrors, have stopped working.
Initially, I was unable to raise/lower the front passenger window, although it can be operated by the passenger. I am now unable to move either side mirror.
The controls can still operate all other windows as well as all door locks.
Funny enough, the controls starting acting up just prior to ordering a new truck (22 GMC Sierra 2500). Part of the deal includes the current truck as a trade-in, although I have the option to sell it privately.
On my previous truck, I was able to replace the passenger side front door window actuator, but that was a manually operated window, so I have some experience pulling a door apart etc. However, as this is electric components, I have no experience with this stuff.
It appears the electrical component for all the driver's door operations is contained in one single device, just under the armrest. Having said that, I have yet to confirm if this component is the problem.
If I sell the vehicle privately, I want to replace/fix the issue prior to sale, but as the issue was present during the trade-in inspection, I am likely to leave it as is (but I may change my mind on that).
So, does anyone have any experience doing this operation and can offer some advice? It would cost about $600 (CDN) to have it done, but about $325 for the component alone.
Marv
