Ford F-150, F-250, Explorer, or Expedition Power Window Not Working?
If you are having Ford electric window problems, don't stress. Something is not going as planned, but you don't have to assume the worst. There are a few things that you can check on your own if you feel comfortable doing so. Your Ford uses an electric motor to run the windows when powered and not manual. The motors running these windows can burn out from regular use as time passes. Their fuses can blow out, or other electrical problems may occur. Look at some standard power window troubleshooting techniques for your Ford's power windows.
- Check Your Fuses
- You can check all of the fuses connected to your power window motors. You want to look for anything that is burned out, as since Ford usually uses transparent fuses, you can view everything in daylight or with a flashlight. Ford even provides many vehicle owners with a fuse puller, where you would be able to find the inside fuse cover. The clips included can be used to grab onto your fuse. Fuses that look damaged can be replaced.
- Relation To Other Windows
- You want to assess the situation overall and check to see if all of the power windows are malfunctioning or just one. If only one electric window is a problem, this could indicate a problem with a switch inside or an electric motor. You can replace the switch by opening up the door panel, or you can have this job done professionally.
- Checking The Window For Physical Issues
- Your window motor might not be the issue. The problem could be that the window has slipped off the track, and when you press the up or down button, nothing is catching, and the window can't be moved. You can repair this problem by removing the door panel and then removing the window motor. If there is no other sign of issues relating to the hinges or internal components, the regulator would need to be replaced.
- Ignition Issues
- If you find that your window works when the ignition is engaged but the motor is not running, then the window doesn't work when the motor is on; this could be an indication that something is going on with your ignition that is not allowing your window to open or close properly. Some other issues could be going on, like windows opening or closing on their own, power windows not working sometimes, etc., which would indicate a problem with your computer.
Contact our dealership today if you would like to learn more about troubleshooting Ford F-250 power windows or other Ford Power Windows problems!