98 4Runner Window switch slowly going out?

Poindexter · 08-20-2008, 10:33 AM

I have a 98 4-Runner and the windows are slowly not responding to the switch, either the master, nor the local door switch. The driver's side front works fine, and the passenger's rear works fine as well. The problem is that the driver's rear stopped responding to the switch, and about a month later, the passenger's front stopped responding and now the window is stuck down, but if you press "down" on the switch, it goes down just fine. I should add that the "up" function worked well and was not sluggish before it stopped responding.

What could be the problem, and how can I get the window up at least manually for now?

Thanks for any responses.

Poindexter

904_runner · 08-20-2008, 10:40 AM

okay,i am no expert, but when you press the switch on the windows that dont work, can you hear the motor in the door?

4biker · 08-20-2008, 10:57 AM

I had a similar issue in a Ford Ranger. I pulled the switches apart and cleaned the contacts and it worked fine after that. You also may have a loose wiring harness or bad contacts there, since it's multiple windows that are affected.

If you hear the motor running in the door (like 904_runner said), it could be a bad motor or regulator.

Let us know what you find out!

Joe's Toy · 08-20-2008, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Poindexter

I have a 98 4-Runner and the windows are slowly not responding to the switch, either the master, nor the local door switch. The driver's side front works fine, and the passenger's rear works fine as well. The problem is that the driver's rear stopped responding to the switch, and about a month later, the passenger's front stopped responding and now the window is stuck down, but if you press "down" on the switch, it goes down just fine. I should add that the "up" function worked well and was not sluggish before it stopped responding.

What could be the problem, and how can I get the window up at least manually for now?

Thanks for any responses.

Poindexter

Hey Poindexter, I just got my truck back from the dealership because my passenger rear window stopped working w/ exactly the same symptoms your describing. (I took it to the dealership because I have it all under warantee) It turned out to be just the switch, they replaced it and sent me on my way.

08-20-2008, 10:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
Poindexter Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1	98 4Runner Window switch slowly going out? I have a 98 4-Runner and the windows are slowly not responding to the switch, either the master, nor the local door switch. The driver's side front works fine, and the passenger's rear works fine as well. The problem is that the driver's rear stopped responding to the switch, and about a month later, the passenger's front stopped responding and now the window is stuck down, but if you press "down" on the switch, it goes down just fine. I should add that the "up" function worked well and was not sluggish before it stopped responding. What could be the problem, and how can I get the window up at least manually for now? Thanks for any responses. Poindexter

08-20-2008, 10:57 AM	#3 (permalink)
4biker Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: SLC, Utah Posts: 258	I had a similar issue in a Ford Ranger. I pulled the switches apart and cleaned the contacts and it worked fine after that. You also may have a loose wiring harness or bad contacts there, since it's multiple windows that are affected. If you hear the motor running in the door (like 904_runner said), it could be a bad motor or regulator. Let us know what you find out! __________________ 1997 4Runner Ltd, E-locker, OME 881/906's with black Tokico's, 265/75/16 Yokohama Geolander AT+II's, 1000w inverter, dual batt setup My Profile 1998 Rocky Mountain Element TO (Canada Red)

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
WTB: Rear Window Switch 88 4Runner	4RunnerFreedom	Misc Stuff (Vehicle Related)	6	08-07-2008 02:16 PM
01 4Runner master window switch	NorCalVP	Misc Stuff (Vehicle Related)	0	10-19-2007 09:41 AM
85 4runner rear window switch question	mean green	General Vehicle Related Topics (Non Year Related)	1	07-13-2007 03:13 AM
4runner Rear Window Switch 95 90 91 92 94 93	CDUFF7	Misc Stuff (Vehicle Related)	1	11-08-2006 03:15 PM
4runner Rear Window Switch	CDUFF7	Misc Stuff (Vehicle Related)	0	02-19-2006 08:52 PM