When troubleshooting an inoperative power window motor, first check the:
fuse for the appropriate circuit.
wiring to the motor.
switch for the motor ground for the appropriate circuit will be work in the following way.
Explanation:
Use a test light to check the voltage at the motor of the window that is inoperative.
- Press the power window switch during the testing process. If there is no voltage at the motor, there may be problems in the wiring that runs from the motor to the switch.
- Check for short, loose or open wires.
- Causes of power window malfunctions
-Window malfunctions are typically caused from either a faulty window regulator (also called a window track), or a broken motor, cable pulley or window switch. Intermittent problems can cause windows to stop working temporarily only to work again and have more problems later.
- Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Window Motor / Regulator Assembly. Common signs include having to press multiple times to roll the window up or down, slower or faster window speed, and clicking sounds from the door.
- What to Do When Your Power Window Won't Go Up -1.Remove the door panel.
2.Disconnect the window from the motor.
3.Access and disengage the motor.
4.Reconnect the window to the motor and raise.
5.Replace the door panel.
- Once your window is all the way down, hold the button down for 2-5 seconds. Release the button after you've held it down for a short period of time. On some vehicles, the required time to reset the window is 2 seconds.
