Front Power Window Motor

2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SE, FWDSECTION Front Power Window Motor
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the front door trim.

    (Refer to "FRONT DOOR TRIM ")

  3. Disconnect the connector (A) from the motor.

    (A: Safety, B: Standard)

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  4. Connect the motor terminals directly to battery voltage (12V) and check that the motor operates smoothly. Next, reverse the polarity and check that the motor operates smoothly in the reverse direction. If the operation is abnormal, replace the motor.
    Fig 1: Front Power Window Motor Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
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  5. Connect the terminal No. 2 and No. 3 to battery voltage (12V) and check that the motor operates smoothly when connecting the terminals below.
Fig 2: Front Power Window Motor Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
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