Front Power Window Inoperative

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Front Power Window Inoperative
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate front window motor.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1.0 Ξ© of resistance between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If circuits test normal, replace the Main Power Window Switch.
  3. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1.0 Ξ© of resistance between the control circuit terminal 2 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If circuits test normal, replace the Main Power Window Switch.
  4. Connect a test lamp between control circuit terminal 1 and control circuit terminal 2.
  5. Command the appropriate front window UP and DOWN by pressing the appropriate front window control on the Main Power Window Switch. The test lamp should turn ON when commanding the UP and DOWN states.
    • If the test lamp remains OFF during either of the commands, test for a short to ground on either control circuit. If the circuits test normal, replace the Main Power Window Switch.
  6. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the appropriate front window motor.
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