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Front Power Window Motor Inspection

  1. Remove the front door trim.

    (Refer to Body - "FRONT DOOR TRIM ")

  2. Disconnect the connector from the motor.

    [2 Door] 

    Fig 1: Disconnect Connector From Motor (2 Door)
    G11792366Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [4/5 Door] 

    Fig 2: Disconnect Connector From Motor (4/5 Door)
    G11792367Courtesy 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: Safety Power Window Continuity Reference Chart
    G11792368Courtesy 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: General Power Window Continuity Reference Chart
    G11792369Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.