Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Power Window Control System: Inspection
- POWER WINDOW SYSTEM CIRCUIT
- INSPECT POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MASTER SWITCH ASSY
- Check the resistance between each terminal of the connector when the switch is operated.
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Standard:
Driver switch
SPECIFIED CONDITIONWindow Lock Switch Condition Power Window Switch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition Constant (ON/OFF) UP 1 - 9 Below 1Ω 3 - 9 4 - 6 4 - 7 OFF 1 - 4 3 - 4 1 - 9 3 - 9 DOWN 1 - 4 3 - 4 6 - 9 7 - 9 AUTO DOWN 1 - 4 3 - 4 6 - 9 7 - 9 Front passenger switch
SPECIFIED CONDITIONWindow Lock Switch Condition Power Window Switch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition OFF UP 1 - 15 Below 1Ω 3 - 15 6 - 18 7 - 18 OFF 1 - 15 3 - 15 1 - 18 3 - 18 DOWN 1 - 18 3 - 18 6 - 15 7 - 15 ON UP 6 - 18 7 - 18 OFF DOWN 6 - 15 7 - 15 Rear LH switch
SPECIFIED CONDITIONWindow Lock Switch Condition Power Window Switch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition OFF UP 1 - 13 Below 1Ω 3 - 13 6 - 12 7 - 12 OFF 1 - 12 3 - 12 1 - 13 3 - 13 DOWN 1 - 12 3 - 12 6 - 13 7 - 13 ON UP 6 - 12 7 - 12 OFF DOWN 6 - 13 7 - 13 Rear RH switch
SPECIFIED CONDITIONWindow Lock Switch Condition Power Window Switch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition OFF UP 1 - 16 Below 1Ω 3 - 16 6 - 10 7 - 10 OFF 1 - 10 3 - 10 1 - 16 3 - 16 DOWN 1 - 10 3 - 10 6 - 16 7 - 16 ON UP 6 - 10 7 - 10 OFF 10 - 16 DOWN 6 - 16 7 - 16 If the result is not as specified, replace the master switch assy.
- Apply battery voltage to the master switch terminals and check the AUTO lamp.
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Standard:
MEASUREMENT CONNECTION AND SPECIFIED CONDITIONMeasurement Condition Specified Condition Battery positive (+) --> Terminal 6
Battery negative (-) --> Terminal 3AUTO lamp illuminates If the result is not as specified, replace the master switch assy.
- Check the resistance between each terminal of the connector when the switch is operated.
- INSPECT POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSY
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
- Check the resistance between each terminal of the connector when the switch is operated.
Standard:
SWITCH CONNECTION AND SPECIFIED CONDITIONSwitch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition UP 1 - 2 Below 1Ω 3 - 4 OFF 1 - 2 3 - 5 DOWN 1 - 4 3 - 5 If the result is not as specified, replace the regulator switch assy.
- Check the resistance between each terminal of the connector when the switch is operated.
- INSPECT POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR
- Check operation of the regulator motor.NOTE:
- The driver side and rear RH regulator motors should be inspected using the same procedure.
- The passenger side and rear LH regulator motors should be inspected using the same procedure.
- Apply battery voltage to the motor terminals.
- Check that the motor operates smoothly.
Standard:
Driver side and rear RH
MEASUREMENT CONNECTION AND SPECIFIED CONDITIONMeasurement Condition Specified Condition Battery positive (+) --> Terminal 4
Battery negative (-) --> Terminal 5Motor gear rotates clockwise Battery positive (+) --> Terminal 5
Battery negative (-) --> Terminal 4Motor gear rotates counterclockwise Front passenger side and rear LH
MEASUREMENT CONNECTION AND SPECIFIED CONDITIONMeasurement Condition Specified Condition Battery positive (+) --> Terminal 5
Battery negative (-) --> Terminal 4Motor gear rotates clockwise Battery positive (+) --> Terminal 4
Battery negative (-) --> Terminal 5Motor gear rotates counterclockwise If the result is not as specified, replace the motor assy.
- Check operation of the PTC inside the regulator motor.NOTE: The work must be performed with the power window regulator and door glass installed to the vehicle.
- Set an electrical tester DC 400 A probe to the wire harness of terminal 4 or 5.NOTE: Match the arrow mark of the probe with the current direction.
- Set an electrical tester DC 400 A probe to the wire harness of terminal 4 or 5.
- Check operation of the regulator motor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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