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Front Power Window Motor Inspection

  1. Remove (-) negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to REAR DOOR TRIM REPLACEMENT .
  3. Disconnect the motor connector from the motor.
    Fig 1: Front Power Window Motor Connector End View
    G07389956Courtesy 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.