I can't believe it! It worked. I bought a 1/2" spring with two looped ends at my local hardware store for $1.50 and opened up the two ends a bit with my needlenose pliers. I did have to look at the passenger side for reference as to where to attach the spring. I hooked it up in about 15 seconds once I knew where to connect it. One hint for others, it was much easier to get at the whole mechanism with the window down. Thanks again to Scooter for the elaboration on the spring and to the others who posted with their various insights. I feel like stopping by the dealer now and showing them my $1.50 spring vs. their $500 actuator replacement recommendation. But... I won't. I'll simply offer to help other Previa owners in need as you guys did for me. Thanks again. Dave
