ASX Window Regulator Issues: Real Owner Experiences & Fixes

Hey there! I had a similar issue with my 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (pretty close to your ASX). I've got some experience working on cars, but nothing too fancy. My driver's side window switch started acting weird, sometimes working, sometimes not. Took it to my regular workshop, Mike's Auto, and turns out it was just a faulty window switch. Got it replaced for about 130 Euro and it's been working perfectly since. What exactly are your windows doing? Are all windows affected or just one? Also, can you control the passenger windows from the driver's side? These details would help figure out if you're dealing with the same issue I had.

Thanks for sharing that! My situation seems a bit different though. In my case, all windows are working intermittently, but the driver's side is definitely the worst. I can still control all windows from the driver's panel, but they move really slowly and sometimes make this weird grinding noise. Just had my service at 73750 KM and the mechanic didn't mention anything about the windows, which is kind of annoying since the problem started shortly after. I might take it to the Mitsubishi dealer instead of my regular shop since they might be more familiar with these specific issues. Did your repair come with any warranty from Mike's Auto?

Hey again! Yeah, those symptoms you're describing are quite different from what I experienced with my Lancer. When you mention the grinding noise and slow movement, that actually does sound more like a regulator issue, I've learned quite a bit about these problems since my initial window switch drama! In my case, Mike's Auto did give me a 12-month warranty on the switch replacement, but honestly, from what you're describing, you're probably right about going to the Mitsubishi dealer. You know what's funny? After my switch was fixed, I actually did start having a similar grinding noise issue about a year later, and it turned out to be the regulator after all! Ended up costing me around 300 Euro for the part and labor at the dealer. Since you're having issues with all windows and that grinding noise, it might be worth checking the fuse box first (learned that the hard way!), but yeah, I'd definitely get it to the dealer since they'll have more experience with these Mitsubishi-specific quirks. Keep us posted on what they find, always good to know for future reference!

Thanks so much for the detailed reply! That's really helpful to know about your experiences with both the switch and regulator issues. The fuse box suggestion is a good one, I'll definitely check that before heading to the dealer. I'm actually feeling a bit better about taking it to Mitsubishi now, even if it might cost a bit more. 300 Euro for the regulator repair doesn't sound too terrible, honestly. I was worried it might be way more expensive! I'll definitely update the thread once I get it checked out. Really appreciate you sharing your experience, especially the part about the grinding noise you had later. It's good to know I'm not just imagining these symptoms! Fingers crossed it's something straightforward like it was in your case.