Windows Rolling Down

Minicobra1 · 02-11-2009, 04:38 AM

Ok, this one is weird. Got up in the morning to go to work and both my windows were all the way down. No way did I forget to put them up the night before.
I thought maybe I leaned against the FOB and accidentally held down the open button, which will roll the windows down. I didn't think much of it, just blew it off as a fluke.

1 week later, now it's happened a 2nd time

good thing I took my dog out late last night, otherwise I wouldn't have noticed it. It's been raining here quite a bit, I would hate to awake to a car filled with water!!

Anyone have this problem? I read somewhere on a BMW form that the 135i or 335i has something similar.

Asheth · 02-11-2009, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Minicobra1

Ok, this one is weird. Got up in the morning to go to work and both my windows were all the way down. No way did I forget to put them up the night before.
I thought maybe I leaned against the FOB and accidentally held down the open button, which will roll the windows down. I didn't think much of it, just blew it off as a fluke.

1 week later, now it's happened a 2nd time

good thing I took my dog out late last night, otherwise I wouldn't have noticed it. It's been raining here quite a bit, I would hate to awake to a car filled with water!!

Anyone have this problem? I read somewhere on a BMW form that the 135i or 335i has something similar.

WTF that is BADDDDD!

AK370Z · 02-11-2009, 04:45 AM

Hmmm..very interesting. Now that you've mentioned 135i, here's a similar thread

Windows and sunroof open this morning ??? - BMW 1 Series Coupe Forum / 1 Series Convertible Forum (M1 / tii / 135i / 128i / Coupe / Cabrio / Hatchback) (BMW E82 E88 128i 130i 135i)

They are saying one MUST depress the key fob for a certain period of time in order to windows go down. Tomorrow morning, maybe do some self tests yourself? (i.e holding the open button for 5-10 secs, may be?)

Minicobra1 · 02-11-2009, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Hmmm..very interesting. Now that you've mentioned 135i, here's a similar thread

Windows and sunroof open this morning ??? - BMW 1 Series Coupe Forum / 1 Series Convertible Forum (M1 / tii / 135i / 128i / Coupe / Cabrio / Hatchback) (BMW E82 E88 128i 130i 135i)

They are saying one MUST depress the key fob for a certain period of time in order to windows go down. Tomorrow morning, maybe do some self tests yourself? (i.e holding the open button for 5-10 secs, may be?)

Yes, it works when you hold the open button for about 3-5 seconds, I do keep the key in my pocket at all times, could I have leaned on it twice now

Funny thing is the doors were locked when the windows were down, but when I do it, the doors unlock. Maybe they are auto locking after a certain time.

Ok, so I need to do some more research on this, if it is me, I need to have this feature turned off somehow, especially if it's happened twice in 1 week.

Paradox · 02-11-2009, 05:39 AM

I hope that I may shed some light on this, if you push and hold your unlock button on your fob for 3-5 secs your windows will go down until you stop pushing the button. And yes it will unlock your car, but if you do not open your door, the car will automatically re-lock itself after a certain amount of time that I am not sure of but I think it's after 2 minutes or so... BTW my G35 does this so I'm guessing they added the same feature to the Z. It's nice to open your windows during a hot summer day to let out all the hot air prior to getting in.

The Weapon · 02-11-2009, 10:42 AM

Poltergeists i say!

par4bmw · 02-11-2009, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Minicobra1

Yes, it works when you hold the open button for about 3-5 seconds, I do keep the key in my pocket at all times, could I have leaned on it twice now

Funny thing is the doors were locked when the windows were down, but when I do it, the doors unlock. Maybe they are auto locking after a certain time.

Ok, so I need to do some more research on this, if it is me, I need to have this feature turned off somehow, especially if it's happened twice in 1 week.

My guess is your jeans are pushing the buttons. I have a blackberry that continually unlocks (two button combo to do so) in my pocket from be pressed as I sit down and stuff. Does not happen to me with dress slacks, just jeans and khakis.

chubbs · 02-11-2009, 12:54 PM

Hi MC - Hopefully your problem is just an accidental pressing of the button, twice, for more than 3-5 seconds. ...However - and I don't want to be alarmist, because I'm aware of your clunkiness issue too - 350z's have had various problems over the years with dropping windows (although generally not all the way down like yours, and usually only one at a time). Often they needed a reset, which is something you can do yourself on a 350z.

Fingers crossed for you that it doesn't happen again.

...Just a thought - could it be that you're pressing 'unlock' by mistake, when you're intending to press 'lock'?

MaximumPwr · 02-11-2009, 02:01 PM

I would suggest unplugging the negative battery cable. But first roll down the windows, then unplug negative battery cable for a few minutes. Now connect negative battery cable back up. Now you have to "initialize" the windows. Get in car and close all doors, turn to "on". Roll up window and hold the button up for 3 seconds. Make sure it rolls up and down automatically. Do passenger window.

nogoodname · 02-11-2009, 03:47 PM

I dunno if its related and I hope not. On the Gs, if you hit the keyhole hard enough, the windows will roll down and someone can take anything, even open the door.....
One guy got his owners manual stolen.......stupid.....eh......all the Infiniti's were broken into in his work parking lot.

Pushing_Tin · 02-12-2009, 03:35 AM

Mine has been fine, I will be sure to post up if the problem occurs.

Minicobra1 · 02-12-2009, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by par4bmw

My guess is your jeans are pushing the buttons. I have a blackberry that continually unlocks (two button combo to do so) in my pocket from be pressed as I sit down and stuff. Does not happen to me with dress slacks, just jeans and khakis.

I'm not going to leave the FOB in my pants anymore, that sounds funny

Ok, ok, I'm pulling the FOB out of my pants and putting it on the desk

Where is the Fobgina when you need it

Crash · 02-12-2009, 04:38 AM

LOL! You'll just have to keep your fob in your wife's purse if you know what's good for you!

Minicobra1 · 02-12-2009, 04:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chubbs

Hi MC - Hopefully your problem is just an accidental pressing of the button, twice, for more than 3-5 seconds. ...However - and I don't want to be alarmist, because I'm aware of your clunkiness issue too - 350z's have had various problems over the years with dropping windows (although generally not all the way down like yours, and usually only one at a time). Often they needed a reset, which is something you can do yourself on a 350z.

Fingers crossed for you that it doesn't happen again.

...Just a thought - could it be that you're pressing 'unlock' by mistake, when you're intending to press 'lock'?

I mostly always lock the car via the comfort access button on the door, rarely lock with the FOB. Both times it has happened has been in my driveway, never at work or elsewhere, it's probably my dumb *** fault. I'm going to start taking the key out of my pocket from now on, hopefully that will solve it. :-)

Minicobra1 · 02-12-2009, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by MaximumPwr

I would suggest unplugging the negative battery cable. But first roll down the windows, then unplug negative battery cable for a few minutes. Now connect negative battery cable back up. Now you have to "initialize" the windows. Get in car and close all doors, turn to "on". Roll up window and hold the button up for 3 seconds. Make sure it rolls up and down automatically. Do passenger window.

I will definitely try this if it happens again, thanks for the info

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02-11-2009, 04:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Hmmm..very interesting. Now that you've mentioned 135i, here's a similar thread Windows and sunroof open this morning ??? - BMW 1 Series Coupe Forum / 1 Series Convertible Forum (M1 / tii / 135i / 128i / Coupe / Cabrio / Hatchback) (BMW E82 E88 128i 130i 135i) They are saying one MUST depress the key fob for a certain period of time in order to windows go down. Tomorrow morning, maybe do some self tests yourself? (i.e holding the open button for 5-10 secs, may be?) __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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Paradox Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: LA Posts: 62 Drives: 05 G35 IP 6MT Rep Power: 200	I hope that I may shed some light on this, if you push and hold your unlock button on your fob for 3-5 secs your windows will go down until you stop pushing the button. And yes it will unlock your car, but if you do not open your door, the car will automatically re-lock itself after a certain amount of time that I am not sure of but I think it's after 2 minutes or so... BTW my G35 does this so I'm guessing they added the same feature to the Z. It's nice to open your windows during a hot summer day to let out all the hot air prior to getting in. __________________ Current: 05 IP G35C 6MT

02-11-2009, 12:54 PM	#8 (permalink)
chubbs A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Zeeland Posts: 1,046 Drives: 2016 370z Auto-Grey Rep Power: 7586	Hi MC - Hopefully your problem is just an accidental pressing of the button, twice, for more than 3-5 seconds. ...However - and I don't want to be alarmist, because I'm aware of your clunkiness issue too - 350z's have had various problems over the years with dropping windows (although generally not all the way down like yours, and usually only one at a time). Often they needed a reset, which is something you can do yourself on a 350z. Fingers crossed for you that it doesn't happen again. ...Just a thought - could it be that you're pressing 'unlock' by mistake, when you're intending to press 'lock'? __________________ . '03 Grey >>> '06 Black >>>'10 Silver >>> '16 Grey ^ Last edited by chubbs; 02-11-2009 at 12:57 PM.

02-12-2009, 04:38 AM	#13 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	LOL! You'll just have to keep your fob in your wife's purse if you know what's good for you! __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

02-11-2009, 10:42 AM	#6 (permalink)
The Weapon Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 286 Drives: 370Z Tour/Sport Blk Rep Power: 3372	Poltergeists i say!

02-11-2009, 02:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
MaximumPwr Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 78 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 16	I would suggest unplugging the negative battery cable. But first roll down the windows, then unplug negative battery cable for a few minutes. Now connect negative battery cable back up. Now you have to "initialize" the windows. Get in car and close all doors, turn to "on". Roll up window and hold the button up for 3 seconds. Make sure it rolls up and down automatically. Do passenger window.

02-11-2009, 03:47 PM	#10 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	I dunno if its related and I hope not. On the Gs, if you hit the keyhole hard enough, the windows will roll down and someone can take anything, even open the door..... One guy got his owners manual stolen.......stupid.....eh......all the Infiniti's were broken into in his work parking lot.

02-12-2009, 03:35 AM	#11 (permalink)
Pushing_Tin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 2,875 Drives: E63 AMG Rep Power: 228	Mine has been fine, I will be sure to post up if the problem occurs.

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