Falcor Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 My driver's side window switch has been acting up more and more lately. The OEM # is 83071AJ010. Subaru sells it for $183.70. https://parts.bestbuysubaru.com/p/49293352/83071AJ010.html Rockauto has it for $145 https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=3777684&cc=1446524&pt=4624&jsn=848 Amazon has a "recomended" one for about $30. https://www.amazon.com/Garage-Pro-Window-Compatible-2010-2012-OutbackLegacy/dp/B0948K9MHV/ref=sr_1_2?content-id=amzn1.sym.d3f43d11-fd5a-4179-8b1e-1a03d11e07f4%3Aamzn1.sym.d3f43d11-fd5a-4179-8b1e-1a03d11e07f4&crid=22XGI4V90KFX3&keywords=83071AJ010&pd_rd_r=bfbc1e7c-1f11-4f9e-bff9-4667108de712&pd_rd_w=TtoyV&pd_rd_wg=4d0ut&pf_rd_p=d3f43d11-fd5a-4179-8b1e-1a03d11e07f4&pf_rd_r=0H0F4QW7VPWHD85NDT60&pid=lCQYXGU&qid=1698156888&sprefix=83071aj010%2Caps%2C115&sr=1-2&vehicle=2011-13-64-2915--1-6-6-7454-2753-1-1-2985--&vehicleName=2011+Subaru+Legacy Any reason to spend 6 times as much for the OE switch? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 I would do the amazon one and if it doesn't work, just return it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 Went ahead and bought the Amazon one. It has a one year warranty. It has to be better than the OEM one that decides for itself when the window moves. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 if it were me...used OEM ones are all over ebay for $40. i know used parts aren't everyone's bag though, and if it works it works, i just trust the manufacturer more than whichever company stamps them out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 2 hours ago, creep_nu said: if it were me...used OEM ones are all over ebay for $40. i know used parts aren't everyone's bag though, and if it works it works, i just trust the manufacturer more than whichever company stamps them out This is what I'd do if Amazon isn't good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 2 hours ago, creep_nu said: if it were me...used OEM ones are all over ebay for $40. i know used parts aren't everyone's bag though, and if it works it works, i just trust the manufacturer more than whichever company stamps them out My only concern with a used one is....mine is a used one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaboo Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 Doesnt seem to be a common failure mode AFAIK so I think I'd prefer a used OEM part at this point. Please do let us know how that Amazon part works out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 13 hours ago, Falcor said: My only concern with a used one is....mine is a used one. lol ain't wrong ain't wrong...hope the new one works out for ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted October 25, 2023 Author Share Posted October 25, 2023 I will definitely update once installed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted November 10, 2023 Author Share Posted November 10, 2023 Surprise surprise, I didn’t install the new switch. The lock/unlock switch had a different emblem than the other switches and it didn’t match the listing on Amazon. I thought I could swap the caps, but they are way different inside. Sent the switch back and will probably bite the bullet and get an OEM one. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD123 Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 What is the OEM one that is failing doing? Have you opened it up and checked the solder joints for cracking, crud buildup on the switches, etc.? Might as well try to fix it before biting the bullet on a new OEM one! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaboo Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 ^I do remember doing that to a mirror adjustment switch on a Ford Expedition. Opened it up and I forget exactly what I did along with a good cleaning and it works now. Oh, I also worked up the nerve to open up the transmission gear position switch for a ZF 5HP24 when I saw a DIY online, a good cleaning and bending the contacts for a better connection solved the trans failsafe errors on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted November 11, 2023 Author Share Posted November 11, 2023 9 hours ago, DrD123 said: What is the OEM one that is failing doing? Have you opened it up and checked the solder joints for cracking, crud buildup on the switches, etc.? Might as well try to fix it before biting the bullet on a new OEM one! Tried that. It’s the driver’s window auto up/down. Pulled the switch apart, but you can’t get under the circuit board to the slider. It’s all soldered together and unserviceable. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunzo Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 So your reason for return was: you did not like door lock icon? We (in Europe) have switches with this icon. And does the icon matters if switch does the locking/unlocking job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted January 9 Author Share Posted January 9 I think I was being OCD about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunzo Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Did you get the right switch? By the way, one good mod you could add is to get windows closure module (i sourced one on aliexpress). It closes your windows automatically when you lock the doors and adds auto windows closing feature (as we have with driver) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 i woulda gotten upset with the wrong picture too, want it to match the passenger side. and brunzo......link to that module? i'd love auto on all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunzo Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 27 minutes ago, creep_nu said: and brunzo......link to that module? i'd love auto on all Please read before doing straight purchase from link below: there are 2 types of these modules, please consult with seller before purchase - which one fits your car. https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mK0mPYG 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted January 10 Author Share Posted January 10 17 hours ago, Brunzo said: Did you get the right switch? The switch I received did not match the pictures in the listing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 18 hours ago, Brunzo said: Please read before doing straight purchase from link below: there are 2 types of these modules, please consult with seller before purchase - which one fits your car. https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mK0mPYG sweet thanks! plug and play i assume? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunzo Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 On 1/10/2024 at 4:04 PM, creep_nu said: sweet thanks! plug and play i assume? If remember correctly, it needs wiring to central lock, but i dont remember for sure. I purchased this unit and forgot where i put it, so i never installed. Other people said its easy. You just need to buy the correct one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 20 hours ago, Brunzo said: If remember correctly, it needs wiring to central lock, but i dont remember for sure. I purchased this unit and forgot where i put it, so i never installed. Other people said its easy. You just need to buy the correct one kew kew thanks...pics looks like it has an in/out for the harness but we'll see...haven't ordered yet but it seems super handy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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