August 4th, 2010 
admin Problems with electric window control unit are common in Audi A3. These problems arise due to the breakages in the unit. Here’s a handy Audi A3 electric window control unit repair and troubleshooting guide, and list of FAQs associated with the WCU.
Common Issues
The common issue with the unit is that window goes down and does not rise smoothly. One has to raise the window manually by hand, when it not possible to do so with the help of a power window switch. This happens due to window lifter breakage. In such cases, you may not be able to carry out Audi A3 electric window control unit repair, and will need to forcibly replace the window control unit.
Root Cause of the Trouble
This happens when motor assumes that there is jam due to foreign particles present inside the window. But, in reality, there may not be anything physical that’s causing the jam. However, the end result is that the WCU fails, and you need a replacement.
Possible Remedies
Fist, you should try to turn the steering wheel in a particular direction completely, and look at the outer axle CV boot to examine whether it’s split. Next, you need to deposit grease on the inner wheel hub area, and turn the wheel in opposite direction
Now, check out the axle boot on other side. Remember, it could also be a problem with the differential though axle problems are really frequent. So, you just have to fix that!
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