Power Window Switch (Explorer & Ranger)

NOTE: The switch should be oriented so that the raised portion of the switch knob is to the right and you are looking at five terminals. See Fig 1 .

1. Use a self-powered test lamp or Rotunda Digital Volt-Ohmmeter (007-00001) or equivalent to test the power window switch.
2. With the switch in the NEUTRAL position there should be continuity between terminals No. 1 and 2 and terminals No. 3 and 4. Terminal No. 5 should be disconnected from all other terminals. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . See WIRING DIAGRAMS  .
3. When the raised portion of the switch rocker knob is pushed (to raise the window), there should be continuity between terminals No. 1 and 5 and terminals No. 3 and 4. Terminal 2 should be disconnected from all other terminals. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 .
4. When the depressed portion of the switch rocker knob is pushed (to lower the window), there should be continuity between terminals No. 1 and 2 and terminals No. 4 and 5. Terminal 3 should be disconnected from all other terminals. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 and Figure or Figure .
5. If the switch assembly does not test as stated, replace the switch.

Fig 1: Identify Power Window Switch Terminals (Ranger)

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Fig 2: Single Switch Terminals - All Doors (2-Door Explorer) & Passenger Doors (4-Door Explorer)

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