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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2008TSX STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSPOWER WINDOWSDRIVER'S POWER WINDOW MOTOR TESTMOTOR TEST

2008 Acura TSX Standard

Motor Test

2008 Acura TSX StandardSECTION Motor Test

Remove the driver's door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the 6P connector (A) from the power window motor.

Fig 1: Identifying Power Window Motor 6P Connector Terminal
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Test the motor in each direction by connecting battery power and ground according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect one lead immediately.

Fig 2: Battery Power And Ground Connection Terminal Chart
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, replace it.
Pulser Test
Reconnect the 6P connector to the power window motor.
Measure the voltage between the terminals.
- There should be battery voltage between the No. 6 (+) and No. 5 (-) terminals when the ignition switch is ON (II).
- Connect an analog voltmeter between the No. 2 (+) and No. 5 (-) terminals, and run the power window motor down or up. The voltmeter needle should move back and forth alternately (a digital voltmeter should show the average voltage between 0-5 V).
- Connect an analog voltmeter between the No. 3 (+) and No. 5 (-) terminals, and run the power window motor down or up. The voltmeter needle should move back and forth alternately.
  If the voltage is not as specified, replace the driver's power window motor.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.