2014 Jeep Compass Limited

2014 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Power Windows - Service Information - Compass & Patriot

2014 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT

Power Windows - Service Information - Compass & Patriot

OPERATION
OPERATION

The front and rear window lift motors are of the permanent magnet type. A
battery positive and negative connection to either of the two motor terminals will
cause the motor to rotate in one direction. Reversing current through these same
two connections will cause the motor to rotate in the opposite direction.
Each individual motor is grounded through their respective switch.

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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER WINDOWS

WIRING VOLTAGE TEST

The following wiring test determines whether or not voltage is continuous

through the body harness to the front switch.
1. Remove the power window switch and bezel.
2. Disconnect wire connector from back of power window switch.
3. Switch ignition to the ON position.
4. Connect the clip end of a 12 volt test light to Pin 4 of the window switch
harness connector. Touch the test light probe to Pin 3.

If the test light illuminates, the wiring circuit between the battery and switch
is OK.
If the lamp does not illuminate, first check 30 amp circuit breaker in the fuse
block. If circuit breaker is OK, then check for a broken wire.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appropriate wiring information.
POWER WINDOW MOTOR TEST

If the power window motor is receiving proper current and ground and does not
operate, proceed with motor test.

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For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appropriate wiring information.

1. Remove front door trim panel as necessary to gain access to power window
motor wire connector.
2. Disconnect power window motor wire connector from door harness.
3. Using two jumper wires, connect one to a battery (+) source and the other to
a good ground (-).
4. Connect the Negative (-) jumper probe to one of the motor connector
terminals.
5. Momentarily touch the Positive (+) jumper probe to the other motor
connector terminal.

When positive probe is connected the motor should rotate in one direction to

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either move window up or down. If window is all the way up or down the
motor will grunt and the inner door panel will flex when actuated in that one
direction.

6. Reverse jumper probes at the motor connector terminals and window should
now move in opposite direction. If window does not move or grunt, replace
the motor.

If window moved completely up or down, reverse the jumper probes and cycle
window to the opposite position to verify full operation.

If motor grunts and does not move, verify that regulator is not binding.
MODULE, WINDOW REGULATOR
DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

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Fig. 1: Window Regulator Module

Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

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The window regulator modules are directly connected to each of the front door
window regulator motors. The window switches are hard wired by a mux circuit
to the respective window regulator module. The respective rear window motor is
hard wired to the module. The front window motor is directly attached to the
module. Both front door window switches have the express down feature. The
module will cease lowering the front glass when a fully down position is sensed
through the hall effect sensor.
When a module must be replaced, it is necessary to replace the entire regulator
assembly.
OPERATION

OPERATION

When a door is opened, the respective module will receive a signal from the door
ajar switch or the window drop switch. The window drop switch is directly
controlled by both the interior and the exterior door handle switches. The drop
switch is part of the door latch. This switch is faster than the door ajar switch to
signal an open door operation. At that point the module will drop the front door
glass 10 mm (0.5 in). However, if the window drop switch should fail, the door
ajar sense would also drop the window 10 mm (0.5 in) and the module would set
a trouble code. When the module then receives a door ajar switch open (door
closed) it would raise the window 10 mm (0.5 in). The module knows the
position of the window by counting the motor rotation through the hall effect
sensor in the module. If a door window is raised while that door is open, the

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module will raise the glass up, but when the door is closed it will raise the glass
an additional 10 mm (0.5 in). When the convertible top down switch is pressed to
the first detent, input is received by the driver window regulator module and
passenger window regulator module, which will lower the front windows
approximately 40 mm (1.6 in), and lower the rear windows approximately 55
mm (2.0 in). After a 200 ms delay, it energizes the power top down relay to
lower the convertible top.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WINDOW REGULATOR MODULE

Any diagnosis of the Window Regulator Modules should begin with the use
of the scan tool. For information on the use of the scan tool, refer to the
appropriate Diagnostic Service Information.

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For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appropriate wiring information.

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any

steering wheel, steering column, seat belt
tensioner, side airbag or instrument panel
component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and
isolate the negative battery (ground) cable. Wait
two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to
discharge before performing further diagnosis or
service. This is the only sure way to disable the
airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in accidental airbag deployment and
possible serious or fatal injury.

MOTOR, WINDOW REGULATOR

REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. Move the window to the full UP position, if possible.

2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
3. Remove the front door module. Refer to PANEL, DOOR TRIM,
BOLSTER, REMOVAL .

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4. Disconnect electrical harness connector from motor.

5. Remove window regulator.
6. With regulator on bench, remove four screws retaining the motor to the
regulator and remove motor.
INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

1. With regulator on bench, install four screws retaining the motor to the
regulator.
2. Install the window regulator.
3. Connect the electrical harness connector to window motor.

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4. Install the door module. Refer to PANEL, DOOR TRIM, BOLSTER,
INSTALLATION .
5. Connect battery negative cable.
SWITCH, POWER WINDOW
REMOVAL

REMOVAL

Fig. 2: Power Window Switch

Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

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2. Remove the front door bolster. Refer to PANEL, DOOR TRIM,

BOLSTER, REMOVAL .
3. Disconnect the electrical harness connectors.
4. With the bolster on the bench, gently pry in on the tabs of the mirror switch
and push through the front of the cover and remove.
INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

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Fig. 3: Power Window Switch
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Place the mirror switch in bolster opening and firmly snap into place.
2. Connect the electrical harness connectors.
3. Install the front door bolster. Refer to PANEL, DOOR TRIM, BOLSTER,
INSTALLATION .
4. Connect the battery negative cable.

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