Fix Power Window Switch

Locate the door with the faulty power window switch.

Fix power window switch.

Attach the multimeter to the wires then activate the window switch with the car s key in the on position. Reach into the door panel and disconnect the power connector to the window motor wear leather gloves to protect against cuts. This technique will work with almost any car that has power window switches. The common reason for the window to not move up or down is a fuse window regulator or window motor failure.

Using a small pocket flat tip screwdriver slightly pry on the locking tabs on the power window switch. Repair any power window switch i said 96 00 honda accord but i meant 95 98. Using a flat tip screwdriver slightly pry up all around the switch base or cluster. If the windows are working it implies that the switch is functioning properly.

However if the same problem persists the switch may have to be replaced. Our technicians can get into the switch pack remove the springs and clean or replace the broken connections. Pry out the locking tabs. For vehicles with a pop out power window switch.

Connect the leads of your voltmeter to the two terminals on the connector. If you are not getting power to the motor wiring then you need to check for power going to the window switch. Once you have reinstalled the switch back into the car check whether it is able to function normally again. Push the switch and observe if it can make the windows roll.

If you are getting power in both directions of the switch then the electrical wiring to the motor is good and the motor should be replaced. When this happens we can often save our customers a bundle but we always prepare you to replace the switch at the same time. Pop out the switch base or cluster and remove the harness from the switch.