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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Moveable Window Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Window Systems Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

Activate the power window switch to the express down position and release the power window switch.

Does the power window continue to travel downward after the power window switch is released?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Monitor the appropriate window status data parameter in the Driver Door Input List.
  3. Activate the appropriate power window switch to the express down position.

Does the window status data parameter change to Express Down?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

Is the express down function inoperative on the passenger front power window?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5

Inspect for poor connections at the passenger door module (PDM). 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 driver door module (DDM). 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 PDM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 9

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8

Replace the DDM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

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 3