Power Windows: Testing: Motor

1987 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 NSECTION Motor
  1. Remove door trim panel. Disconnect motor lead. Disconnect regulator mechanism from motor. Connect a power source (battery) to motor with an ammeter in series. Operate motor and observe current draw.
  2. Current draw should not fluctuate or exceed 4 amps. Reverse motor wire connections to observe reversed motor operation. Replace motor if current draw exceeds 4 amps.
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