Power Window Motor Test: Test

2023 Acura MDX BaseSECTION Test

How to use this service information .

NOTICE:Ā 

When working with a vehicle equipped with the electronic air suspension, be sure to set it to the leveling off mode to prevent unexpected operation. Refer to the Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions - Refer to: Electronic Air Suspension System Connector Fitting Precautions or Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions for the procedure.

NOTE:

If the door control unit is replaced, reset the power window control unitĀ . If the original door control unit is installed, confirm that the power window works properly.

Driver'sĀ 

  1. Driver's Power Window Motor - Test

    PreconditionsĀ 

    Procedure/SpecificationsĀ 

    1. Test the motor in each direction by connecting 12 volt battery power and ground to the connector according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect 12 volt battery power immediately. (Figure 1 and 2)

    • If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, then go to step 2.

    Figure 1Ā 

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    Figure 2Ā 

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    Figure 3Ā 

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    Figure 4Ā 

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    2. Test the motor by connecting 12 volt battery power and ground according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect 12 volt battery power immediately. (Figure 3 and 4)

    ResultĀ 

    After TestĀ 

    Front Passenger'sĀ 

  2. Front Passenger's Power Window Motor - Test

    PreconditionsĀ 

    Procedure/SpecificationsĀ 

    1. Test the motor in each direction by connecting 12 volt battery power and ground to the connector according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect 12 volt battery power immediately. (Figure 1 and 2)

    • If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, then go to step 2.

    Figure 1Ā 

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    Figure 2Ā 

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    Figure 3Ā 

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    Figure 4Ā 

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    2. Test the motor by connecting 12 volt battery power and ground according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect 12 volt battery power immediately. (Figure 3 and 4)

    ResultĀ 

    After TestĀ 

    RearĀ 

  3. Rear Power Window Motor - Test

    PreconditionsĀ 

    Procedure/SpecificationsĀ 

    1. Test the motor in each direction by connecting 12 volt battery power and ground to the connector according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect 12 volt battery power immediately. (Figure 1 and 2)

    • If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, then go to step 2.

    Figure 1Ā 

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    Figure 2Ā 

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    Figure 3Ā 

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    Figure 4Ā 

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    2. Test the motor by connecting 12 volt battery power and ground according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect 12 volt battery power immediately. (Figure 3 and 4)

    ResultĀ 

    After TestĀ 

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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.