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Power Windows Inoperative - Lockout Function

Power Windows Inoperative - Lockout Function

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Schematic Reference: Power Window Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Power Door Systems Connector End Views 
1 Did you review the Power Windows Description and Operation? Go to Step 2  Go to Symptoms - Doors 
2 Verify that the power windows inoperative lockout function fault is present.
Does the power window lockout function operate normally?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring systems Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Disconnect the driver window switch.
  2. Test the power window master switch lockout signal circuit for an open, short to voltage and short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  Go to Step 4 
4 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the driver window switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  Go to Step 5 
5 Replace the driver window switch. Refer to Power Window Switch Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6  -
6 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you find and correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2