2001 Kia Spectra GSX, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Master Power Window Switch

Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect master power window switch harness connector. Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between specified switch terminals while operating switch. See MASTER POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY (SEPHIA & SPECTRA)Β  table. See Fig 1 If continuity is not as specified, replace master power window switch. Retest system.

MASTER POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY (SEPHIA & SPECTRA)

Application & Switch Position Continuity Between Terminals No.
Left Front
UP 5 & 7; 12 & 13
OFF 5, 12 & 13
DOWN 5 & 12; 7 & 13
Right Front
UP 8 & 11; 9 & 12
OFF 9, 11 & 12
DOWN 8 & 9; 11 & 12
Right Rear
UP 3 & 8; 4 & 12
OFF 3, 4 & 12
DOWN 3 & 12; 4 & 8
Left Rear
UP 1 & 7; 2 & 12
OFF 1, 2 & 12
DOWN 1 & 12; 2 & 7
Fig 1: Identifying Master Power Window Switch Connector Terminals (Sephia)
G98C04339Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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