OBD Guide

B3177

Right Front Window Down Switch Circuit Low

Severity
Low
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$11–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The right front window does not roll down
  • Intermittent operation of the window regulator
  • The electrical fault indicator lights up

Causes

  • Short circuit to ground in the switch circuit
  • Broken wire in the circuit
  • Window down switch malfunction
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check continuity with a multimeter
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for damage or corrosion
  3. Check the operation of the window down switch
  4. Replace the faulty switch if necessary
  5. Clean or replace damaged connectors

Related codes

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