Honda Power Window Troubleshooting Civic 1996-2000 (with ICU) - Window Regulator Replacement
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- In this video I show you how I troubleshoot a Honda power window system on an older Civic with an Integrated Control Unit (ICU). There are different technologies used on Hondas but many basic electrical checks carry through to all models. I show some electrical checks, talk about different body control systems used on Hondas, discuss slow windows and I even show the fix for this vehicle which was to replace a window regulator.
The exact vehicle in this video is a 2000 Honda Civic LX sedan.
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I don’t know why exactly but this guy makes sense when he talks, I really wish I grew up with a guy like this teaching me anything technical/mechanical. Most teachers suck, This guy might not be Bib Ross but maybe that’s because he didn’t grow up with a Bob Ross figure in his life lol
Glad to hear he makes sense! ;)
One of the best videos I've seen relative to the task at hand. He explains things so well. It is a pleasure to see someone articulate his thoughts and ideas on this repair. I am getting ready to help my son replace the regulator and motor, so naturally I found this exceptionally helpful. Thank you.
Troubleshooting video on a newer Honda with Multiplex and B-CAN: czcams.com/video/6RTKsTAU4bs/video.html
I really like how you are slowly and clearly explaining things. You are one of the most awesome mechanic for diy help man. Thanks a lot. My Honda cry 2004 the front passenger window goes down but not up.
Thank you, I appreciate the comment!
Great detailed video about troubleshooting electrical problems, not too many people can do that nowadays unfortunately...
I appreciate the comment, thanks!
Nice job with the white board. It helped to make sense of the system and your steps through the process. I love my PowerProbe IV.
They are handy, thanks for the comment!
You're a rock star in your approach to problems!
Eggcellent video... Now I have to change my wife's regulator on same side , cables broken, window stuck down. Thanks for great video...
I appreciate the comment, thank you!
@@BigDog50001 Got it done, good as new. You the mann...
You obviously put the extra effort in on this video. Great job. Extremely helpful. I like to be able to picture the circuit im working on in my mind and youre wiring diagram helped a lot. Thanks.
I appreciate the comment, thank you!
through ur channel i was able to fix my power window. it was the motor na itself . all i did was clean the part that's making contact with the carbon brush. thank you so much. GOD BLESS
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your video helped me get my 2010 Honda civic power window fixed and saved me $$$. Thank You!!
Thanks for the video. I'm trying to troubleshoot my sons passenger side window in his civic. Checked everything under the hood, didn't realize that the windows had individual fuses. Gonna check those today. That might be his problem after all
Excellent video! This was the best troubleshooting video I've seen on the topic. Many thanks- I learned a bunch!
Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!
Dave im number 1 again. I learn something new from your videos everytime i watch one. I will definately be looking for the Multiplex B-Can video seeing as how I just purchased the Can break out box from AESwave for my later model honda. This video educated me on my wifes earlier model honda.
Appreciate the comment Arthur!
Holy crap this video is awesome. Better than my teachers at mechanic school.
Thanks 👍!
I had exactly this problem with the fuse. thank you very much for fixing this Windows-problem - now i can pay the parking-house easier ;-)
Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!
Oh and subscribed!
Edit- wait whaaat? Kilmer sent you that? I knew you were cool lol
lol, thanks and welcome!
Don't forget to check your kiddie switch, kids. I got a quarter way through this pretty awesome/very informative video before I realized I hit the dang switch earlier...
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I knew about Vessel screw drives, and Japaneses screws. Did not know about them having a dot. Thanks.
Many thanks to you Big Dog for making this video. I learnt a lot in such a short period of time!
Glad it was helpful!
i wish i would have found this video a lot sooner! my front two windows don’t work at all. i’m gonna look at the fuses later, i bought new regulators for them both as well and an already relaxing them :)
am already installing them*
Great job, im currently troubleshooting my passenger side window , motor was bad so replaced with brand new motor and regulator, plugged it all back in and now darn window only goes up and will not work coming down!!
Subscribed. I like how you explain things in your videos. I've got a 2000 civic EX coupe, and the drivers side window won't go up all the way. The regulator motor works fine, but the gear mechanism connecting it to the window has some slop in it and comes out of mesh causing an awful racket when it gets the window about 3 or 4 inches from the top. I have to put my hands against the window from both sides and lift to get it closed all the way and then secure it with a wedge along the bottom of the window inside. Have you seen this problem before?
I also have a leaking radiator and waiting for a new one to arrive to replace it. While working on it I noticed the cooling fan is not coming on (Automatic with separate AC radiator). Thanks to another one of your videos I figured out it's either the temperature switch or trapped air not allowing the switch to get warm enough to trigger the switch. I bypassed it with a paper clip on the connector contacts as you showed me how to do and the fan turns on - awesome! It feels good to figure these things out.
She's 23 years old with over a quarter million miles, but I need a few more years out of her. Thanks for the help doing what you do! Steve
Excellent video with explanation and illustrations.
I appreciate the comment, thanks!
Thank you sir you are very good at what you do glad to learn from you
I've got a Honda Fit where one window (passenger side) will go down but not up. The window system reset worked about three times to get the window back up but now that doesn't work at all. I used a test light that I tested on individual switch wires (passenger side) and finally got the test light to go on and off every time I pushed the switch in the up position and then let go, so I know the switch is still opening the circuit. But obviously the window still wouldn't move. Also, I've always used the driver's side switch to open the passenger side and never the passenger side's own switch.
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Sorry, they don't notify me when they do that. It is a Craftsman model 41589 (1/8" x 4") screwdriver. Here is another link for it, usually it is a better deal if you can find it as part of a set: amzn.to/34JRHnp
@@BigDog50001 Thanks for responding so quickly 😊
Most informational video I’ve ever come across 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽
No fuses in mine either preciate the video😂
Mann IGreat VID!! I feel like um back in school
I appreciate the comment, thank you!
Amigo excelente video me a servido de guía ya que tengo el mismo problema con mi honda civic 2000.
Aún estoy revisando el porqué no llega la corriente al enchufe del motor..
Whats up in 2022 🤘😁 tnx for this video
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Good day, hope this message find's you well. Very imformative video. Learned a lot. I have the same year honda civic which i really love. My problem is my rear windows. They kepp blowing the fuse. I am not an electrician and don't know what to do and have no test rigs which you have. Wonder what can i do. Have bought a new control module. That din't eork. Tested the rear motors and they are working. What can i do? Thamk you and more power to you sir.
Your videos are very informative, and really guid people through to solve their issues. Do you have any videos on 2007 accords , with only front driver side window working? The others are inoperative. I've replaced master switch, changed window actuator, test for power. which I can hear power getting to each door.....I just dont know
Those are a bit more complex as they are Multiplex controlled with relays, but they all need power/ground at window motor. "Hearing power" is not going to help you troubleshoot, it must be tested. Each switch at each passenger door has relays built inside to control power to window motor, which is probably what you are hearing (just because you can hear the relays clicking inside switch does not mean there is power going to motor). See below for some things I would start with.
1. If only ONE window is not working, I would take a simple test light and check for power/ground at the wires going to window motor (just like I did in this video with a PowerProbe).
2. If ALL THREE passenger windows are not working, I would check for power with a test light on fuses 24, 25 and 26 in under DASH fuse box.
3. If fuses 24, 25 and 26 do NOT have POWER, then I would check the Power Window Relay in socket 22 in the under DASH fuse box. That power window relay powers up all 3 passenger windows when it is energized (through fuses 24, 25 and 26). I believe this relay can be replaced on its own on a 2007 Accord (some need the entire fuse box replaced).
Thanks for being very informative.
I see you tested the switch with going up and down and see that it makes the 2 different sounds for +/- what if my passenger window only has + and no -
I don't know for sure what you are trying to describe, but from what I read I would probably be doing some additional checks at the switch that was doing that. That being said, there are plenty of parts and wiring in between that can cause a window to not move in one direction.
Thank you so much about solving this problem 👍👏👌
Big Dog very informative .I do enjoy your videos!
Thanks!
Great video, probably the best I've watched so far. Thank you, thank you! Now I'm ready to go out and troubleshoot my driver's side window problem (window wont go all the way up but I can hear motor working) my 1998 Honda Accord
Thanks, I appreciate the comment!
Great video! How many volts should you have on the power wire? I'm getting 11.1 volts to my motor which I believe is why my windows are very slow. If I use my powerbrobe and run it directly to the motor, it works perfectly. Any suggestions? Both windows are doing the same thing
Very well explained.much thanks.
Thanks 👍!
What about if all 4 are not working would the same troubleshooting work the same way
Thanks friend
Great video. I have a 2013 civic and all 4 windows dont work. Looks to have power to the master switch, and the 20 amp fuse shows power for main window. All other windows dont show power on the fuse or at the window switch from what I can tell. Could it be the master switch somehow? Or should I be looking at the fuse box.
Interesting process
Is it possible to test each electrical module, like a power window motor, windshield wiper motor etc on a car that sit without a battery and engine in the engine bay ?
Is it safe to connect the motor's plugs with a bunch of alligator clip and some pocket 12v battery ? What would you recommend if it is possible. Cheers
I’m having the same problem on my passenger window I didn’t throw anything at it but it has too high resistance and is shorting out somewhere any thoughts
Thank you Sir, excellent video...
Thanks!
Hello all, I have a 2000 civic coupe and the right hand side window won’t roll down. I know the motor works because I reversed polarity to get it to got down. I don’t know what I’m missing, can you please help?
It would need more troubleshooting done. Here is a video (although it is a newer system) that shows what I think about when I am troubleshooting, goes over a wiring diagram and shows testing with a test light too. czcams.com/video/6RTKsTAU4bs/video.html
Help! Granddaughter's 2000 Honda Civic EX windows were rolled down due to 105. And when she tried to roll them up none of the door panel switches will move them up. Like no power. What can all of the sudden do that or problem would be?
Hello bro
Best channel i ever see
I have 99 like that car and the problem i have is
From the side of the drive i cant make down the window at the passenger next me i can only up the window.
From the passenger next me he can make the window up and down.
Tell u little story
Bad man that doesnt know to work replace all the unit driver and cancel the option of make up the window with the alarm system.he make it stock the window with the problem and get full money of make trouble to my car.baf person
Can u help me?
thanks
Thank you for the comment! In general, when the power window button on driver side is pressed down there should be power on one of the wires coming coming out of the switch and ground on another wire (and they are going over to passenger window). If I was working on a 1999 Civic I would start by looking for power/grounds on those wires with a test light when pressing the driver's window down. I am pretty sure the two wires I would need to test are BLUE/YEL (+) and BLUE/ORANG (-) but don't quote me. Wiring diagrams are generally needed to fix electrical issues like this. Bad switch or a wiring issue are what I suspect.
@@BigDog50001 ok i will check
Thank u very much
I have a 2 door 2000 honda civic si I have power for the driver window but I'm not getting power for passenger on the harness
Hi brother, Great video. Is there any functionality differences between regulators for UKDM Hondas (RHD) compared to USDM Hondas? Ie- are the regulators interchangeable between LHD Hondas and RHD Hondas? Would functionality be affected in anyway do you know if i installed the right front US passenger side regulator assembly into my UKDM (RHD) driver side door? Thanks bro
2000 civic.. it seems water got in my driver side door and shorted out the speakers, and it throws a dc offset error on my kenwood CD player. Disconnected both speakers on driver side door and it still sends the error. All connections are solid between the unit and the adapter
So, what if front passenger does not go down when using both the master switch or the individual door switch. Also, rear drivers side goes down but not up?
That would need some troubleshooting done.
At time: 10:20, you mention the door handle clip. Where could i order those? part number? thanks.
I have power for all 4 windows at driver switch but none of them work unless I ground their regulator out, and only from its own switch
. I think the ground wire is broke or damaged any thoughts on how to go about it.
What wires would i use with my power probe to get the window to roll up drivers window?
Hi I have a similar issue the control panel for my 96 civic the driver switch works fine but the passenger don’t won’t go up or down, now the passengers individual switch does work but only will go down it won’t go up I do know that the previous motor won’t function at all so I switch that one to a new one thinking obviously that it was the motor cuse it was already jacked so I test the new one to make sure it did worked fine so it did, but ones is hooked it up only the down feature will work and the driver side control remain the same the driver switch work but the passengers won’t go either up or down
Wow thank you
You taught me alot
Great work, thank you for your time and effort sir
Thank you, I appreciate the comment!
Good video and very good explanation.
Thanks!
Can you tell me how the power wire is rotated between the fuse box and the power window switch? I’m getting power on both sides of fuse but nothing at blue/black wire for driver window
Hey, how can I perform those power probe tests on the wires with a multimeter?
Thank you
Under Amazon, Dorman 741-734 doesn't fit on Driver Side for 2000 Honda Civic EX.
Please confirms.
Brother I need your advice and brilliant ideas PLEASE my bro.
I'm Michael in England by the way brother and own a 2000 Honda Civic EJ9 Hatchback but right hand drive for the Japanese Market.
So unknowingly I've only gone and ordered a Dorman 741-736 window regulator which is for a USDM Honda Civic's (Passenger side) so have just discovered that the regulators motor electrical plug is a 2 pin whereas on my UKDM Civic (Driver side) it's a 4 pin plug.
So basically regulator and motor would fit as it's for the right side door, just theres 2 wires and a 2 pin plug instead of 4 wires and a 4 pin plug to connect to my UKDM wiring as my civic is right hand drive and regulators are reversal compared to left hand drives.
Any ideas to work round this bro? Damn totally my fault I should've known plugs would be different being that RHD - UKDM and LHD- USDM,
Totally my fault 🤦🏼🤣
Your advice and ideas would be greatly appreciated please brother,
Kind regards
Michael in England
All 3 of my windows minus passenger used to ago down with no problems now the only window that goes down is behind the driver seat. I really hope it's the fuses. Wish me luck ladies and gentleman 🤞🤞🙏🙏
Hi! What gear was the power window motor on it? Really appreciate it all and your tutorial was really a big help. Hoping you'll notice my msg thankyou!!
Thank you for your video it really helps me a lot for basic troubleshooting . I have a problem with my honda civic 2001 front right side power window keeps blow the fuse ( under dash 20A ) when I turn on ignition switch . The rest of window power it works fine ! Any suggestion would be highly appreciated . Thanks in advance .
Many times a fuse blowing is caused by a power wire shorted to ground somewhere (the wire rubs through the protective coating and is touching the vehicle body). In this case it could be power running to either the front right window motor or to the master switch in drivers door. A visual inspection of wiring where it goes through door jambs is probably where I would look first. If something was installed or worked on recently and it started happening after that, I would double check that work. Thanks for the comment!
@@BigDog50001 thanks for your replying ! I did find out that was a bad master switch like you said . So many thanks .
Very informative 👍🏻
Thanks!
@@BigDog50001 I cut out the connectin boxes inside and out the door and soldered the wires together and heat shrink...
it all works 100%.
Your video was on point , thank you.
Great video!!!
Thank you!!
Thanks much. Do you know how Auto works on power window switch. Also i am asking too much can u explain how power window works on BCAN model.. just electric diagram would help on troubleshooting.
Too long to answer here, but I plan on doing another Honda window troubleshooting video on a newer system with Multiplex and B-CAN. I will discuss Auto Up/Down too. Wiring diagrams are extremely helpful for diagnosing an electrical problem. You can get free ones at BBB Industries website: bbbind.com
@@BigDog50001 Thanks much and the way you explain seems extremely good. Did you worked at dealer shop for quite long time.
@@BigDog50001 Hi did u get a chance to make a video on how master switch works on newer system with multiplex and B-CAN. You said u will make one , waiting for your. Also do u know how to diagnose auto up/down.. please
hi sir, just a quick question how many gear does the motor have? i'm planning to just replace the motor
96 civic, none of the windows move at all. They're shut! 😩
Same! Have you solved it?
Great details thanks
Thank you for the comment!
Mine just stop working today after carwash !! Front , passenger, Honda civic 14
I tried your fix and I still cant resolve my problem. Here is my situation. I bought my 96 civic and the driver side rear window never worked. A couple years later the passenger rear window stopped working a year after that the passenger front window stopped working. Only the driver side window works. I replaced the drivers window control switch module and it did not help. It seems to be a cascading issue. Any idea? Thanks in advance.
AWESOME FUcking Video!!!!!
Thanks!
Thank you my good sir!
You bet!
I have a ek3 1999 model! And my two back windows is not working?
good information bro 👍🏽
very god video man ! thanks !
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Thanks 👍!
I need help on my 98 Honda Civic...my windows don’t work or locks
Excellent job, many thanks for the video..
Thanks!
Thank you for an excellent Video, not sure if you can give me some advice, I have a Honda FRV 2006 model and the three passenger windows are not working, if i check the relay at the under dash fuse box i don't seem to be getting any power when the ignition switch is in position 2. I do however have power on the relay when the ignition switch is off , although it is difficult to hear the relay clicking. Thank you
I would find a wiring diagram for that vehicle and see if anything is common to all three windows (like a relay or a fuse). Just remember, relays clicking does not mean they are able to carry current. Test lights are your friend when diagnosing things like this, and I would use one on any relay sockets and at one of the windows to verify power/ground. Unfortunately we do not have those models in the U.S so I am not sure what circuit design they are using for the windows (Honda uses a few types). If you just obtained the vehicle, it is possible all three window regulators/motors are bad (I have seen that). If you have owned it for a while and they all just stopped working at once, then I would look towards an electric problem like a fuse, wiring or relay.
Hi Big Dog, thank you for the info, I believe that the FRV is also known as an Edix in some parts of the world. I watched you video on the accord (B-Can network) and the setup looks the same. Unfortunately BBB industries site say that they no longer support cct. diagrams to my region. I have manged to do a test by connecting the 12v feed to the relay from an unused relay position on the under dash fuse box. The windows work perfectly, so it must be a wiring issue. I am going to remove the under dash fuse Box to check the connections, but it looks like that could be quite a mission. Thanks again.
what happens if i have no power to my master switch for my left drivers window and no power to the motor. i checked the fuse and they are fine.
I would look at the relay next. Most windows have a relay that controls power (some have only one and some have more than one relay). I would check for power/grounds and control at the relay and make sure the relay works.
Here is a video on relay testing: czcams.com/video/1Q579BlbHxM/video.html
Here is another video on Honda window troubleshooting: czcams.com/video/6RTKsTAU4bs/video.html
Hey can you give assistance driver rear window goes down but not up swich is working even pulled switch from passenger rear still same
Testing for power/ground right at motor is what I would do, using a test light in place of the motor.
I'm sorry, but I'm just going to cut right to it because this is a lot for me to take in I'm just trying to keep up and I don't get it lol.
I have a 99 and I'm currently sitting in it at 11:15 at night trying to get it to roll up afraid to leave it down because the forecast calls for rain.. The driver side window starts to roll up and then stops.
It gives me about a half an inch before it stops.. not even enough to grab and pull up on.. I can hear it when it stops too, it makes a high-pitch whistle/screeching sound, almost as if it's getting jammed on something..the Noise is subtle... have to listen for it to hear it..
My windows and door locks don't work on all doors and windows. My civic is a 98.
I have a 98 and the front right only rolls up, once up you cannot roll it down from either window switch driver or passenger. Any ideas?
It needs troubleshooting and a simple test light can help find the issue. I would start by unplugging motor and test with a test light, see it if lights up in both directions using both switches. If it does, it is most likely motor. If it does not, it is possibly one of the switches.
19:46 fuses
Ok well my fuses are ok.
My rear driver side window goes down but won’t go up. I bought a whole new regulator and it goes down but still won’t go up. My master switch does not trigger up or down so I’m guessing it has to do with wiring?
Any advice?
Wiring or a switch issue (master switch or switch at problem door) is where I would start.
did you figure it out?
Are those 20 amp fuses?
This vehicle has four separate 20 amp fuses (fuses 7, 8, 10 and 11 under the dash), one for each window - in addition to a power window relay under the dash and a 40 amp fuse (#46) under the hood.
My 98 Honda civic ex My window will go up but it will get stuck and start making a loud sound and the window will start jumping
Regulator motor
Why is my 97 civic window work some time only
All my power windows except the front left stopped working after fixing my door handle.
I don't want to take it apart again lol.
Hey there! My 1998 Hond Civic LX sedan rear driverside window won’t go up, I checked the power window relays and they’re both good, I replaced the entire window regulator assembly and that didn’t solve the issue, I also replaced the power window switch on the rear driver side window and I also replaced the front driverside four switch unit and neither did that help, I don’t know what else to do, I’m stuck, could you give me of some advice?
I have the same problem, have you figured it out?
@@Sand_monkey did you figure it out? i think it could be the harness
Muy buen video
Thanks 👍!
I couldn't hear where you said to get wiring diagrams from. HELP!
Used to be able to get free wiring diagrams from BBB Industries but I don't think they offer it anymore.
Hey I have the same car but different color car. I have a problem with all of my windows not working. I check all the fuse and all of them is not blown. But I got 2 broken ground wires and I already fix them by soldering them up with new addition and it still didnt work when I tried to used the master switch for all windows. Could it be a master switch is bad or relay for the power windows? Let me know ASAP. Thank you.
I don't know what kind of testing you have done but I would start by verifying power/ground with a test light. If the test light will not light then I would work my way back to the power/ground source until I find the issue. I show exactly what I would do in this newer video (I go over a wiring diagram too): czcams.com/video/6RTKsTAU4bs/video.html