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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: Front Power Window Motor Connector Terminals (2 Door)
    G12164893Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [4/5 Door] 

    Fig 2: Front Power Window Motor Connector Terminals (4/5 Door)
    G12164894Courtesy 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 Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
    G12164895Courtesy 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 Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
G12164896Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.