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Power Windows System Components
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Power Windows System Components
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The power windows system consists of the following components:
- Driver door module (DDM)-GMLAN device that receives and transmits messages and signals for window functionality. The DDM contains the driver door switch (DDS) which is integrated into the module. The DDS contains the driver, front passenger, RR and LR window and window lockout switches.
- Passenger front door module (PDM)-GMLAN device that receives and transmits messages and signals for window functionality. The PDM contains the front passenger door switch (PDS) which is integrated into the PDM. The PDS contains the front passenger window switch.
- Left rear power window switch-Provides switched voltage and ground window switch signals to the left rear window motor for left rear passenger window operation
- Right rear power window switch-Provides switched voltage and ground window switch signals to the right rear window motor for right passenger window operation
- Left front power window motor-Contains position sensors and a module that receives signals from the DDM and provides a status signal to the DDM
- Right front power window motor-Contains position sensors and a module that receives signals from the PDM and provides a status signal to the PDM
- Left rear power window motor-Contains position sensors and a module that receives signals from the left rear power window switch
- Right rear power window motor-Contains position sensors and a module that receives signals from the right rear power window switch
- DRIVER DR MOD fuse (15-amp)
- PDM fuse (15-amp)
- PWR WNDW Circuit Breaker (25-amp) - front
- LT/REAR/WNDW fuse (15-amp) - rear
- REAR/WNDW fuse (15-amp) - rear
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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.