Motor Test

2006 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, StandardSECTION Driver's Window Motor Test
  1. Remove the driver's door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 6P connector (A) from the driver's window motor.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 6P Connector From Driver's Window Motor
    G03679828Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Test the motor in each direction by connecting battery power and ground according to the table.
    NOTE: To prevent damage to the motor, disconnect one lead as soon as the motor stops running.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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