2001 Toyota 4Runner BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Power Window Regulator Switch: Highlander

Disconnect power regulator switch electrical connector. Connect positive battery lead to connector terminal No. 8, and negative battery lead to connector terminal No. 1. See Fig 1. With switch in UP position, continuity should exist between connector terminals No. 3 and 7, and between connect terminals No. 1 and 6. With switch in DOWN position, continuity should exist between connector terminals No. 1 and 3, and between connector terminals No. 6 and 7. If continuity is not as specified, replace power window regulator switch.

Fig 1: Identifying Power Window Regulator Switch Connector Terminals (Highlander)
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