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 Switch Continuity Test (Driver's Side Switch)
Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between specified terminals with driver's side power window switch in specified position. See POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST table. See Fig 1. If continuity does not exist at specified terminals, replace power window switch.
| Application & Position | (1) Terminal No. | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver's Side Switch | |||||
| Locked & Unlocked | |||||
| UP | 4 & 10; 8 & 9 | ||||
| OFF | 8 & 9; 8 & 10 | ||||
| DOWN | 4 & 9; 8 & 10 | ||||
| Passenger Side Switch | |||||
| Locked | |||||
| UP | 4 & 5 | ||||
| OFF | 5 & 7 | ||||
| DOWN | 4 & 7 | ||||
| Unlocked | |||||
| UP | 4 & 5; 7 & 8 | ||||
| OFF | 5 & 8; 7 & 8 | ||||
| DOWN | 4 & 7; 5 & 8 | ||||
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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.