OBD Guide

B3197

Right Rear Window Down Switch Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Right rear window regulator does not work
  • Intermittent operation of the window regulator
  • The malfunction indicator on the instrument panel lights up

Causes

  • Faulty right rear window down switch
  • Open or short circuit in the circuit
  • Poor contact in the switch connector
  • Corroded or damaged wires
  • Malfunction of the power window control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wires in the switch circuit
  2. Inspect connectors for oxidation or damage
  3. Check the functionality of the switch
  4. Replace the faulty switch or repair the wiring
  5. Reset the error and check the system operation

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