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Front Power Window Motor

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

    (Refer to " Replacement  ") 

  3. Disconnect the connector from the motor.
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  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.

[Safety window motor] 

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[Standard window motor] 

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