Hello, Last week I was driving my RAV4 5 5dr the power window on the passenger side wasn't working, locks are good, what should I check?, sorry for my bad english
Passenger power window isn't working
Hellsgates695
1 - 6 of 6 Posts
Joined
·
35 Posts
Hello, Last week I was driving my RAV4 5 5dr the power window on the passenger side wasn't working, locks are good, what should I check?, sorry for my bad english
Chances are the problem is in either the window's tracks, the master switch (at the driver's armrest), the switch on the passenger side, or the window regulator and motor. All of these are easy to replace. If push comes to shove, then the most expensive part is the master switch.
First, make sure the child lock switch on the master switch is in the "up" position. Does the driver's side master switch operate the window? How about the passenger side switch?
Second, lube the window's tracks as shown here:
I like the WD-40 brand silicone lube that Scotty uses in the video. Home Depot has it. The nozzle rocks.
Report back.
First, make sure the child lock switch on the master switch is in the "up" position. Does the driver's side master switch operate the window? How about the passenger side switch?
Second, lube the window's tracks as shown here:
Report back.
Joined
·
35 Posts
Well, I'm from Honduras but I find the WD40 and put some on the windows and now they work better, only problem now is the switch on the same window don't push down the window only up. So I'm going to check it and see any problem there :smile:smile
Is the master switch (on the driver's side) operating the passenger side window correctly?
I have tried repairing power window switches on my Rav4 and on other makes of vehicles. The repairs never work very well. I always end up just buying a brand new switch. Last month I bought the following passenger side window switch from eBay last and put it in my 1998 five-door Rav4:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Power-Wind...-Right-Hand/231556308039?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
The new switch is working great. I also ended up replacing the master switch with one from a salvage yard.
To replace the passenger side switch: Remove the two screws holding the armrest in place; one screw holding the interior door handle trim in place; one screw under a small, roughly 3/4 inch diameter plastic cover (it is at the forward end of the door panel, kind of high); and one screw just above the door's interior pocket. Pry out the trim around the interior door handle (either the forward end or aft end pries out; then push the trim forward and remove it). Remove the triangular trim piece at the forward edge of the window, using a plastic trim pry tool. Pry off the door panel using a plastic trim pry tool, going all the way around the edge. Lift the door panel up to remove it. Disconnect the two plugs from the door. Inspect the window switch closely and you should be able to see where to pry so you can replace it.
I apply a little liquid soap to the little plastic fasteners going around the edge of the interior of the door panel to ease installation and future removal.
I have tried repairing power window switches on my Rav4 and on other makes of vehicles. The repairs never work very well. I always end up just buying a brand new switch. Last month I bought the following passenger side window switch from eBay last and put it in my 1998 five-door Rav4:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Power-Wind...-Right-Hand/231556308039?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
The new switch is working great. I also ended up replacing the master switch with one from a salvage yard.
To replace the passenger side switch: Remove the two screws holding the armrest in place; one screw holding the interior door handle trim in place; one screw under a small, roughly 3/4 inch diameter plastic cover (it is at the forward end of the door panel, kind of high); and one screw just above the door's interior pocket. Pry out the trim around the interior door handle (either the forward end or aft end pries out; then push the trim forward and remove it). Remove the triangular trim piece at the forward edge of the window, using a plastic trim pry tool. Pry off the door panel using a plastic trim pry tool, going all the way around the edge. Lift the door panel up to remove it. Disconnect the two plugs from the door. Inspect the window switch closely and you should be able to see where to pry so you can replace it.
I apply a little liquid soap to the little plastic fasteners going around the edge of the interior of the door panel to ease installation and future removal.
Joined
·
860 Posts
To complement what Elle_Rav4 said, check this link for visual instructions on how to remove the door panel (courtesy of Megatonks):
https://www.rav4world.com/forums/94...-i-y-modifications/157161-1998-toyota-rav4-front-door-speaker-installation.html
https://imgur.com/a/Oftd0
https://www.rav4world.com/forums/94...-i-y-modifications/157161-1998-toyota-rav4-front-door-speaker-installation.html
https://imgur.com/a/Oftd0
Joined
·
35 Posts
Yes, the master switch is working very well; I'm going to look for that switch, Thank you
1 - 6 of 6 Posts
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
-
?
