Master Switch

1998 Lexus SC 300SECTION Master Switch

Remove master switch. Check for continuity between specified terminals of master switch. See MASTER SWITCH CONTINUITY TESTΒ  table. Also, see Fig 1. If continuity is not as specified, replace master switch.

MASTER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Window Switch & Position Window Lock Switch Position Pin Nos.
Driver's Switch
Off (Neutral) (1) 8 & 9; 8 & 10
Up (1) 4 & 10; 8 & 9
Down (1) 4 & 9; 8 & 10
Passenger's Switch
Off (Neutral) Unlock 5 & 8; 7 & 8
Lock 5 & 7
Up Unlock 4 & 5; 7 & 8
Lock 4 & 5
Down Unlock 4 & 7; 5 & 8
Lock 4 & 7
(1) Position does not affect driver's switch.
Fig 1: Identifying Master Switch Terminals
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