How to Change the Power Window Motor in a 2001 Ford Ranger

Ford offered the power window option in the 2001 Ranger. The window control system receives power through the window safety relay when the ignition key is in the "Run" or "Accessory" position. The left-side master power window switch can control operation for both front windows, while the right-hand power window switch controls the right side front window only. Power is delivered to the window motor through the window safety relay, causing the motors to rotate to either raise or lower the window. If the window motor fails, replace it to restore the function of the power window system.

Instructions

1

Disconnect the battery ground cable from the negative battery post, using a wrench.

2

Remove two door-trim finish panel screws located to the rear of the power lock switch, using a Phillips screwdriver on the driver-side front door. Separate the door trim finish panel from the door panel.

3

Unplug the power mirror and power lock electrical connectors. Remove the power window switch screws using a Phillips screwdriver, and pull the power window switch out of the door trim finish panel. Set the door trim finish panel aside.

4

Remove the door trim panel screw located at the rear bottom corner of the door trim panel, using a Phillips screwdriver. Lift the door trim panel up and away from the door; set the door trim panel aside.

5

Peel the water shield off the door frame and set it aside.

6

Secure the window glass to the upper part of the door frame with adhesive tape.

7

Disconnect the power window motor electrical connector. Remove the window glass motor retaining bolts using a ratchet and socket. Remove the window glass motor from the door frame.

8

Install the new window glass motor and retaining bolts. Tighten the retaining bolts to 53 to 79 inch-pounds using an inch-pound torque wrench and socket. Plug in the power window electrical connector.

9

Remove the adhesive tape holding the window glass.

10

Press the water shield back in position on the door frame.

11

Install the door trim panel and panel screw using a Phillips screwdriver.

12

Plug in the power mirror and power lock electrical connectors. Install the power window switch and screws into the door trim finish panel, using a Phillips screwdriver. Install the door trim finish panel and screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

13

Reconnect the battery negative cable to the battery; tighten the battery clamp bolt to 89 inch-pounds using an inch-pound torque wrench and socket.