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2010 Toyota Matrix Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Driver Side Power Window Does Not Operate With Power Window Master Switch: Procedure

INSPECT POWER WINDOW MASTER SWITCH (DRIVER SWITCH)

Remove the power window master switch. Refer to REMOVAL .

Fig 1: Identifying Power Window Master Switch Connector Terminals
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Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance

Tester Connection	Switch Condition	Specified Condition
1 (E) - 4 (D) 3 (U) - 6 (B)	UP	Below 1 Ω
1 (E) - 3 (U) 1 (E) - 4 (D)	OFF	Below 1 Ω
1 (E) - 3 (U) 6 (B) - 4 (D)	DOWN	Below 1 Ω
1 (E) - 3 (U) 6 (B) - 4 (D)	AUTO DOWN	Below 1 Ω

NG → See step 5

OK: Go to next step

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASTER SWITCH - MOTOR (DRIVER SIDE))

Disconnect the power window regulator motor assembly (driver side) motor connector.

Fig 2: Power Window Regulator Motor Assembly (Driver Side) Motor Connector
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Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance

Tester Connection	Condition	Specified Condition
I3-4 (D) - I6-1 (D)	Always	Below 1 Ω
I3-3 (U) - I6-2 (U)	Always	Below 1 Ω
I3-4 (D) - Body ground	Always	10 kΩ or higher
I3-3 (U) - Body ground	Always	10 kΩ or higher

NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

OK: Go to next step

INSPECT POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSEMBLY (DRIVER SIDE)

Remove the power window regulator motor assembly (driver side). Refer to REMOVAL .

Fig 3: Checking Operation Of Regulator Motor (Driver Side)
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Check power window regulator motor operation:

Apply battery voltage to connector terminals 1 and 2.
NOTE: Do not apply battery voltage to any terminals except terminals 1 and 2.

Check that the motor gear rotates smoothly as follows.

Measurement Condition	Specified Condition
Battery positive (+) → 1 Battery negative (-) → 2	Motor gear rotates counterclockwise
Battery positive (+) → 2 Battery negative (-) → 1	Motor gear rotates clockwise

Check PTC operation:
NOTE: This check must be performed with the power window regulator and door glass installed on the vehicle.
1. Install the power window regulator motor assembly (driver side). Refer to INSTALLATION .
2. Connect an electrical tester DC 400 A probe to the wire harness of terminal 2.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying I6 Power Window Regulator Motor Assembly (Driver Side)
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.

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