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Front Power Window Motor Inspection

  1. Remove the front door trim.

    (Refer to "FRONT DOOR TRIM ")

  2. Disconnect the connector from the motor.

    [2 Door] 

    Fig 1: Front Power Window Motor Connector End Views (2 Door)
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    [4/5 Door] 

    Fig 2: Front Power Window Motor Connector End Views (4/5 Door)
    G09744396Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Connect the motor terminals No. 2 and No. 3 directly to battery voltage (12V) and check that the motor operates smoothly.

    If the operation is abnormal, replace the motor.

    [Safety Power Window] 

    Fig 3: Continuity Reference Chart (Safety Power Window)
    G09744397Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Connect the motor terminals directly to battery voltage (12V) and check that the motor operates smoothly. Next, reverse the polarity and check that the motor operates smoothly in the reverse direction. If the operation is abnormal, replace the motor.

    [General Power Window] 

    Fig 4: Continuity Reference Chart (General Power Window)
    G09744398Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.