Component Testing

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Component Testing
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IMPORTANT: When performing the following tests, make sure that the window motor is not all ready in the position the test is attempting to produce.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate window motor.
  2. Install a 25A fused jumper wire between the control terminal A and 12 volts. Momentarily install a jumper wire between the control terminal B and ground. The window motor should perform the UP or DOWN function.
    • If the function does not perform as specified, replace the window motor.
  3. Reverse the jumper wires; the window motor should perform the DOWN or UP function.
    • If the function does not perform as specified, replace the window motor
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