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.
Individual Power Window Switch
Disconnect individual power window switch connector. Using DVOM, ensure continuity exists across specified switch terminals with switch in specified positions. See INDIVIDUAL POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY (ESTEEM) or INDIVIDUAL POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY (GRAND VITARA, VITARA & XL7) table. If continuity does not exist, replace individual power window switch.
| Switch Position | (1) Check Continuity Between Terminals No. | ||
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| UP | 1 & 2; 3 & 5 | ||
| OFF | 1 & 2; 4 & 5 | ||
| DOWN | 1 & 3; 4 & 5 | ||
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| Switch Position | (1) Check Continuity Between Terminals | ||
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| UP | A & B; C & D | ||
| OFF | A & B; D & E | ||
| DOWN | A & C; D & E | ||
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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.