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Old Sep 16, 2017 | 01:53 PM
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86 F150 window switches

Hi,
Great site. I got an 86 F150 4x4 Lariat last week. I am learning the old truck. I got the power windows working, but using the switches up is down and down is up. Is this right? Thanks in advance for any responses.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2017 | 06:24 PM
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I remember a post of a member having the same issue but I don't remember what the fix was or if there was one?
Do a search on here you should find it.
I am also sure someone will post up an answer also.
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Old Sep 16, 2017 | 07:51 PM
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Thanks for the welcome. I will do a search for it. Thanks
 
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Old Sep 16, 2017 | 08:29 PM
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Up Should be Up,,, But not sure of the issue you have
 
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Old Sep 16, 2017 | 10:50 PM
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Maybe the switch's are switched!

IIRC the power door locks can be used on either side, you flip them over.

Not sure if the window switch's do that, but might be worth a look.
 
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Old Sep 17, 2017 | 08:25 AM
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No, Window switch for drivers side also has controls for pass side, Pass side only controls the pass side.
Driver switch (and harness) is bigger, will not fit on Pass side...

There can be a short in either switch, They are available, but be careful when pulling the bezels, they are NOT available and tend to break while removing them.
there is a super-small tab on the top and bottom of the bezel, Hidden by the door fabric, use two tiny flat-blade screwdrivers and push in on both to remove...
 
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Old Sep 17, 2017 | 10:47 AM
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The driver window motor has been replaced. Some of the wires look pieced together. The passenger side looks original and the switch works as it should. Thanks
 
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Old Sep 17, 2017 | 10:49 AM
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I know all the tabs are about broken. I've used super glue and zip ties. 👍
 
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Originally Posted by reamer
No, Window switch for drivers side also has controls for pass side, Pass side only controls the pass side.
Driver switch (and harness) is bigger, will not fit on Pass side...

There can be a short in either switch, They are available, but be careful when pulling the bezels, they are NOT available and tend to break while removing them.
there is a super-small tab on the top and bottom of the bezel, Hidden by the door fabric, use two tiny flat-blade screwdrivers and push in on both to remove...

Good point. Thought the driver's side was two switches.

Guess I'm not IIRC'ing very well!
 
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The driver window motor has been replaced. Some of the wires look pieced together. The passenger side looks original and the switch works as it should. Thanks
Just swap the 2 wires on the drivers window motor.
Based on your post, I am assuming the passenger side window works correctly with BOTH the left and right switches.

http://www.garysgaragemahal.com/power-windows1.html

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Old Sep 18, 2017 | 08:41 AM
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Sorry Jim, I replied to you in wrong post. Ed
 
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