Passenger Window ??

[mrsparkle]

Sounds like the window regulator. I had the same problem. Window operation was fine, but when rolling down or up, it would make noise along with streaks.

[bigwatts]

If it is the window regulator how much can I expect to pay for labor at an independent shop. How long will it function (in the grinding noise way) before it ceases to work.

Can this be replaced by someone with decent mechanical knowledge. I assume its pretty much just removal of the door panel then replacing the regualtor. Is this correct? Has anyone done this job before?

I found this link that details how to remove the door panel. http://www.ecoutez.net/boxster/door-panel-removal/

I assume its pretty much the same for a 97 boxster , minus the side airbag part. How hard is the regulator to replace once the door panel is off?

Thanks in advance for your help.

[tqtran]

bigwatts: It will cost you around $300-$320 at the dealer. Its a 30 min job for them. When mine went out I had the streaks too. But there was no other warning (I did not have the noise like many people), one day it just stopped working and I had to manually roll down the window with the center console controls.

[deliriousga]

If they open up the doors, make sure they check out the felt pads that keep the mechanism from scratching the glass. When they wear out, you get a nice line all the way up the window and you can't get it out.