Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Window Switch Test
Remove the power window switch. See DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH or see PASSENGER'S WINDOW SWITCH R & I under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Using an ohmmeter, check the power window switch continuity. Refer to Fig. Fig 1 or Figure . Refer to WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY (DRIVER'S) table or refer to WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY (PASSENGER'S ). If continuity is not as specified, replace power window switch.
| Switch Position | Continuity Between Terminals No. | |
|---|---|---|
| Off | 2 & 10; 3 & 10; 4 & 10; 7 & 10; 8 & 10; 9 & 10; 10 & 11; 10 & 12 | |
| Up | ||
| Left Front | 1 & 7; 8 & 10 | |
| Right Front | 1 & 12; 10 & 11 | |
| Left Rear | 3 & 10; 1 & 2 | |
| Right Rear | 1 & 4; 9 & 10 | |
| Down | ||
| Left Front | 1 & 8; 7 & 10 | |
| Right Front | 1 & 11; 10 & 12 | |
| Left Rear | 3 & 1; 2 & 10 | |
| Right Rear | 4 & 10; 1 & 9 | |
| Window Lock | 1 & 5 | |
| Switch Position | Continuity Between Terminals No. |
|---|---|
| Off | 2 & 5; 1 & 4 |
| Up | 1 & 4; 5 & 6 |
| Down | 2 & 5; 1 & 6 |
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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.