Hello, I have just bought a lovely used X type estate which is in near top condition except for the electric windows which are all in anti-trap mode I think - i.e. When I downpress (part or all the way) it works every time, but only for 3 inches of movement (on all 4 windows) and I have to press it about 5 times to go all the way down. I also have to press the upswitch (part or all the way) exactly 8 times before it will move 3 inches and again 8 times for the next move etc...a painstaking process. The main 5A Fuse is fine. Please help. Thank you.

 

Welcome to the forums Charlie K,

The windows have likely lost position memory due to a battery disconnect. This is also an early indication of a failing battery. Here's the reset procedure:





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Thanks for this reply Graham. I have tried this method but it doesn't work. I have since used silicone spray on the window runners and replaced the 2 motor fuses, which had the effect of slightly changing the sequence for one opening of each window before returning to the state first mentioned! Quite strange. I have ordered a new battery which will come any moment so will try that before posting again, but if anyone has any other ideas in the meantime that would be great.

 

So, I have tried the reset procedure on all 4 windows and still no change. I replaced the motor fuses which caused a minor change then immediate return to original problem and then replaced the battery with a new one and there was a minimal change to the procedure and immediate return to the same issue with all 4 windows. Grateful for any other ideas on what might be wrong! Thank you.