How Do I Remove a Power Window Motor on 1997 Grand Prix GT?
The 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix GT has available powered windows for both the driver and passenger doors. The window is raised and lowered by a lattice-and-screw device activated by a motor. The screw device is attached the motor and turns continuously when the window is operated. Occasionally, the motor will fail for various reasons; when this happens the only repair available is replacing the motor. The hardest part of the job is getting to the motor and back out again while leaving the door in the same condition in which it was found.DisassemblyThere is no simple access panel to the motor located at the bottom inside the door. Start by removing the door handle. Underneath the handle are two very large screws going all the way through to the metal door frame. Remove these screws and lift the door handle away. Once you do this you’ll see the wires connected to the door handle controls for the windows and also the power mirrors if your Pontiac GT has this feature. Disconnect the wires from
