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Front Power Window Motor

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the front door trim.

    (Refer to "FRONT DOOR TRIM ")

  3. Disconnect the motor connector from the motor.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Motor Connector From Motor
    G12176713Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Connect the terminals No. 1 and No. 2 to battery voltage (12V) and check that the motor operates smoothly when connected to the following terminals:

    Safety window motor 

    Fig 2: Safety Window Motor Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
    G12176714Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. 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.

    Standard window motor 

    Fig 3: Standard Window Motor Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
    G12176715Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.