On-Vehicle Inspection

2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser RWDSECTION On-Vehicle Inspection
  1. CHECK POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MASTER SWITCH (WINDOW LOCK SWITCH) 
    1. Check that the passenger side power window cannot be operated when the window lock switch of the power window regulator master switch is pressed.
    2. Check that the passenger side power window can be operated when the window lock switch is pressed again.
  2. CHECK MANUAL UP / DOWN FUNCTION 
    1. Check that the driver side power window operates as follows:
      Fig 1: Identifying Power Window Regulator Master Switch (Window Lock Switch)
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      OK: 

      SWITCH CONDITION

      Condition Master Switch Switch Operation Power Window
      Ignition switch ON Driver side Pulled up UP (closes)
      Ignition switch ON Driver side Pushed halfway down DOWN (opens)
    2. Check that the passenger side power window operates as follows:

      OK: 

      SWITCH CONDITION

      Condition Regulator Switch Switch Operation Power Window
      • Ignition switch ON
      • Window lock switch OFF
      Passenger side Pulled up UP (closes)
      • Ignition switch ON
      • Window lock switch OFF
      Passenger side Pushed down DOWN (opens)
  3. CHECK AUTO DOWN FUNCTION 
    1. Check that the driver side power window operates as follows:

      OK: 

      SWITCH CONDITION

      Condition Master Switch Switch Operation Power Window
      Ignition switch ON Driver side Fully Pushed down AUTO DOWN (fully opens)
  4. CHECK REMOTE UP / DOWN FUNCTION 
    1. Check that the passenger side power window operates as follows:

      OK: 

      SWITCH CONDITION

      Condition Master Switch Switch Operation Power Window
      • Ignition switch ON
      • Window lock switch OFF
      Passenger side Pulled up UP (closes)
      • Ignition switch ON
      • Window lock switch OFF
      Passenger side Pushed down DOWN (opens)
  5. CHECK PTC OPERATION 

    HINT:

    PTC operation is a function that prevents overloading of the power window regulator by stopping the motor. PTC operation activates when the power window regulator switch is operated for a predetermined amount of time.

    1. Pull up and hold the power window regulator switch for more than 90 seconds. Then release the switch.
    2. Check that pressing the switch does not move the window.
    3. Wait until 60 seconds have passed since the switch was released in the first step. Check that pressing the switch results in normal window movement.
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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.