Driver's Window Motor Test

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Motor Test:

Remove the driver's door panel (see DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - COUPE ).
Disconnect the 4P connector from the window motor.

Fig 1: Identifying Window Motor Connector Terminals
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Test the motor in each direction by connecting battery power and ground according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect one lead immediately.

Fig 2: Driver's Window Motor Test Table
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If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, replace it.
Pulser Test:
Connect the test leads of an analog ohmmeter to the No. 3 and No. 4 terminals.
Run the motor by connecting power and ground to the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals. The ohmmeter needle should move back and forth alternately.