GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Power Window Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Power Door Systems Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Enable the window lockout function.
  3. Operate the passenger power window from the power window switches.

Do the passenger power windows operate UP and DOWN?

Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

3

  1. Disconnect the passenger power window switch.
  2. Connect a test lamp between the power window lockout signal circuit at the passenger window switch harness connector and ground.

Did the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

4

Test the power window lockout signal circuit for an open or short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect for poor connections at the driver power window switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

6

Inspect for poor connections at the passenger power window switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the driver power window switch. Refer to Front Side Door Window Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 9

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8

Replace the passenger power window switch. Refer to Front Side Door Window Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 9

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9

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2