Subaru Power Locks & Windows

Whether you're pressing the key fob or you're trying to control things from inside your vehicle when you're looking to use your vehicle's power locks or windows you want it to work. These features add a ton of convenience to your vehicle, and they don't break all that often. Schedule a Service Today!

But when something does go wrong, you want to get it back in working order and you don't want it to cost you an arm and a leg. That's where Subaru's service for power locks and windows comes to the rescue.

Experts like those at Granite Subaru know how to quickly diagnose and repair the problem, getting your vehicle back in tip-top shape in no time. We've highlighted some potential problems that can crop up with power locks and windows and why you should take your vehicle to a reputable repair shop like Granite Subaru if problems do arise.

5 Common Problems With Power Locks & Windows

While there are tons of potential problems that can occur with power locks and windows, we've highlighted a few of the most common ones for you here.

Just keep in mind that while these are common problems if your power locks and windows aren't working properly, it's still relatively rare for power locks and windows to have problems in the first place! Schedule a Service Today!

1. Dead Switch

If you can get the door locks to work with the key fob and not the button inside your vehicle, you likely have a dead switch. Unfortunately, unless you can control your vehicle's windows with the key fob, it's not quite as easy to check the switch. However, if your vehicle has multiple switches for the same window you can always test with those switches.

Just keep in mind that while you might be able to identify if a specific switch doesn't work, you still need to rule out other potential electrical issues from that switch before replacing it. It can be a complicated task, but experts like those at Granite Subaru are more than up to the job.

2. Faulty Battery/Key Fob Battery

Whether it's the battery for your vehicle or the battery in your key fob, your vehicle's power locks and windows need power to work!

If the problem is the vehicle battery you should notice problems in other areas of your vehicle too, and if the problem is with the key fob, you should still be able to manually control the locks and windows by pressing the buttons inside the vehicle.

3. Blown Fuse

If your vehicle's power locks and windows were working just fine one day and they didn't work at all the next, it's possible something blew the fuse. The good news is that swapping a fuse isn't expensive, but you'll want to figure out what caused the fuse to blow in the first place so it doesn't happen again.

4. Disconnected/Loose Linkages

Inside every window and door, there are mechanical linkages that move everything into place. While these linkages will usually last a long time, sometimes they'll break or fall out of place. When that happens someone must go in and manually repair or replace the linkages to get the power windows or locks working again.

5. Obstruction

While we like to think that nothing can slip past our doors and windows, sometimes things can slip past the seals. A little bit at a time doesn't seem like much, but eventually those little bits can add up.

If this happens, it blocks the necessary movement of the linkages, and as a result, the power locks or windows won't work. To remove the obstruction, the panels need to come off, and your vehicle will probably need new seals for the windows and doors to keep it from happening again.

Why You Want Granite Subaru Working on Your Power Locks & Windows

While we highlighted five common problems with power locks or windows, the truth is that there are tons of possible reasons your power locks or windows might not work the way they should. If you take your vehicle to just any repair shop, it can take them a lot longer to figure out what's going on.

Even worse, door panels and dashboards use a ton of small clips, screws, and bolts to hold everything in place. If you miss even one or pull on it the wrong way you can crack and damage the panel. Granite Subaru uses factory-trained technicians, ensuring they know exactly what they're doing. Schedule a Service Today!

Not only can they quickly and effectively diagnose what's going on with your vehicle, but since they're Subaru-trained technicians you can trust that they're doing the job right the first time. Of course, having a mechanic you can trust to fix the problem is only part of what sets Granite Subaru apart from the competition.

Granite Subaru is all about providing you with a top-notch customer service experience from start to finish. They'll provide free pick-up and delivery valet service, a free shuttle service, and every service visit comes with a complimentary alignment check, and a multi-point inspection.

These free inspections help you catch problems while they're small and they'll help you put future repairs on your radar so you can start budgeting for them in advance. Moreover, with 24/7 online scheduling, it's never been easier to make an appointment that fits your schedule.

If you need to take your vehicle in for repairs, there's no place better than Granite Subaru.

Final Thoughts

If you're finding that your vehicle's power locks or windows aren't working quite as they should, do yourself a favor and take your vehicle in before it gets any worse. Early diagnosis and repairs can help you keep repair costs down, and it'll get your vehicle back to working the way it should sooner.

Something that starts out as removing an obstruction can lead to a damaged linkage or a damaged switch you need to replace if you don't repair it in a timely manner. So, take your vehicle to Granite Subaru for a world-class repair experience! Schedule a Service Today!