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 (Back Door/Tailgate): 4Runner
Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between specified terminals with back door/tailgate power window switch in specified position. See POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST (4RUNNER - BACK DOOR/TAILGATE) table. See Fig 1. If continuity does not exist at specified terminals, replace appropriate power window switch.
| Application & Position | (1) Terminals No. | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UP | 2 & 6 | |||
| OFF | None | |||
| DOWN | 1 & 6 | |||
| Switch Illumination | ||||
| UP, OFF & DOWN | 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.