Driver's side electric window not working properly

Tiny
SF EXPLORER
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  • 2001 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
Pushed button on drivers side panel and drivers window went down but will not go back up. Passenger window and door locks are working fine.
When I push the button for drivers window I hear a "click". Wondering if this is a fuse problem or motor?
Sunday, December 6th, 2020 AT 1:06 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The idea that you hear a click likely indicates there is power getting to it. Thus, the fuse is good. Where do you hear the click? Is it in the door or at the switch?

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Here is what I suggest. You need to access the window motor. There will be two wires going to it. One will get power in the up position and the other wire will have power in the down position. Check for power. If you find power in both directions, the motor is bad.

Here is a link you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

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If you determine the motor is bad, here are the directions for removal and replacement. The attached pics correlate with the directions.

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2001 Ford Truck Explorer Sport 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI
Front Door Window Regulator Motor
Vehicle Windows and Glass Windows Power Window Motor Front Door Window Motor Service and Repair Procedures Front Door Window Regulator Motor
FRONT DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front door trim panel.

pic 1

2. Remove the front door speaker.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector.
3 Remove the speaker.
3. Remove the water shield.

pic 2

4. Disconnect the front door window regulator motor electrical connector.

pic 3

5. Drill a 13 mm (0.52 in) hole using the locator in the door sheet metal as a guide.

pic 4

6. Remove the bolts and the front door window regulator motor.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Cycle the door glass to make sure of engagement of the drive mechanism.

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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
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Sunday, December 6th, 2020 AT 9:43 PM

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