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Front Power Window Motor

  1. Remove (-) negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove the front door trim.

    (Refer to "FRONT DOOR ")

  3. Disconnect the connector from the motor.

    (A : Safety, B : Standard)

    Fig 1: Identifying Power Window Motor Connector Terminals
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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.
    Fig 2: Power Window Motor Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
    G07420147Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Connect the terminal No. 2 and No. 3 to battery voltage (12V) and check that the motor operates smoothly when connecting the terminals below.
Fig 3: Power Window Motor Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
G07420148Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.