Tailgate: exposing the rusty motor

I removed the power window motor in the tailgate to see if it might need cleaned inside.



I used penetrating oil and a wire wheel to remove the exterior rust.



At first the inside didn't look too terrible, but then I looked inside the motor casing and saw that on one side a lot of the lacquer had come off. This was probably causing multiple short circuits. Additionally, I noticed one spot where the was a definite break in one of the windings. I would try to get the windings off for inspection (possibly repair) but they're held on with a rivet.



I cleaned up the shaft that was a little rusty. It turned much easier after this.



I put the thing back together and turned it on. It worked at first, but then it slowed down and finally started smoking (aah!).

So much for fixing the motor.