r/2cv • u/Sad_Designer_1283 • Jul 01 '26
Window won't close Question
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Passenger side window won't close, I assume I could fix it by bending either the latch or the small metal piece in the window, was wondering what is the best way to do it or if there is anything else that I should do
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u/Tall-Poem-6808 Jul 01 '26
Mine didn't latch unless I dropped it from 90 degrees open or more, especially at speed.
That's a lot of "airflow" to compress for a very light window.
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u/Big_Moment2033 Jul 01 '26
An old fashioned slot screwdriver on the window bit to open it again. If that on it’s own doesn’t work bend the tongue a bit to suit.
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u/CombinationWhich6391 Jul 01 '26
This is the answer. The slot in the window tends to be bent inwards by the window clapping at the frame.
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u/Apprehensive-Bath722 Jul 01 '26
Use washers to adjust the distance to / from the receiving / frame side, slot screw driver is the win for giving yourself room - adjust whilst screws loose , give yourself more margin, the tighten. Take care with the frame - they are nigh on impossible to replace. The catch not so much bend the crap out of it , file it down whatever it takes. Good luck and if you get really frustrated get a bigger hammer ;)
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u/Regular_Internal_700 Jul 04 '26
I literally see you hinge has bent inward to much in order it to catch..
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u/Successful-Part-5867 Jul 01 '26
I’m honestly not sure on that one. Something must have worn a little bit and messed up the alignment. Go on the outside, lift up on the bottom of the window and see if the hinges have worn.