Passenger's Power Window Switch Test

1998 Acura 3.5RL Special EditionSECTION Passenger's Power Window Switch Test

Remove passenger's power window switch and armrest pocket from door panel. Disconnect 5-pin connector (8-pin connector on 3.5RL) from switch. Check for continuity between specified switch terminals with switch in each specified position. See PASSENGER'S POWER WINDOW SWITCH TESTΒ  table. If continuity is not as specified, replace passenger's power window switch. See Figure or Figure .

PASSENGER'S POWER WINDOW SWITCH TEST

Window Switch Position Continuity Between Terminals
2.5TL & 3.2TL
Front, Right Rear & Left Rear
UP 1 & 4; 2 & 3
OFF 2 & 3; 4 & 5
DOWN 1 & 3; 4 & 5
3.5RL
Front, Right Rear & Left Rear
UP 2 & 3; 1, 5, 7 & 8
OFF 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 & 8
DOWN 1 & 3; 2, 5, 7 & 8
RENDER: 1.0x

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