Power Windows System Components
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Driver door master switch panel with lockout switch
The master switch contains controls for each power window, and has capability to disable all passenger window operations with the lockout switch
- Passenger power window switches
The passenger door switches control their individual power window
- Power window regulator
The regulator is the motor that drives the window up and down
A permanent magnet (PM) motor operates each of the power windows. Each motor raises or lowers the glass if voltage is supplied to the motor. The polarity of the supply voltage determines in which direction the motor turns. The window switches control the supply voltage polarity.