2 Major to Me Problems (Master Switch Related)

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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 12:16 AM
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2 Major to Me Problems (Master Switch Related)

Whats going on guys..Havent posted in a while..busy like crazy but here it is...
99 TL Master Switch only works for the Driver side..Unresponsive and the little switch is unlocked now..here is the kick, only each passenger side door..the windows go down on each switch...Why doesnt it work on the Master??
PLEASE HELP!!

2nd issue I have is my auto lock system just doesnt work period. for this issue im open to all input i havent looked to far into it
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 06:57 AM
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Sounds like you have a bad master switch.

Locks, make sure all your door pins are working (ie open each door and see if the dome light turns on, same with the trunk)
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 07:12 AM
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If each individual door window will work by it's designated switch, one would feel safe in assuming that the power window motor and each door's window components are working ok, by the individual door switches.
So, the logical place to investigate would be the driver's door master switch. The door panel will need to be removed in order to check the wiring connections and switch. May be a poor contact, something worn out or corroded within the master switch ?

For the door locks, it may simply be one of the door's lock mechanism needing lubed up. Check each individual door knob when pushing down or pulling up......does one of them seem to bind tightly or hang up ? If so, pull that particular door panel off and lube the internal lock mechanism. It could be a faulty actuator ?
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 08:13 AM
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fsttyms1-I forgot to note that i have tried fully functional switches from 2 different friends 99 TL..both failed the same way

3.2TLc-the wiring shows that there is 1 pin that supports the power of the windows. Not to respective pins for each window,thats where im getting stuck

Thank you both for your responses

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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 03:16 PM
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Mine acts the same. Individual doors can up and down. But the master switch can only go down the passenger front, not up. I bought another master switch, but the same results.
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 04:06 PM
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With a multi meter, the next place i would test is the signal where it comes into the car from the door. There may be a short with the wires in the rubber boot.
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 04:56 PM
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Originally Posted by JetLife_Pilot
3.2TLc-the wiring shows that there is 1 pin that supports the power of the windows. Not to respective pins for each window,thats where im getting stuck.


I was referring to the manual door locking knob. If the internal lock components are not working freely,
the knob may not be fully in position.

Try lubing the mechanisms and make sure that the rods operate when the knob is worked.
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Old May 3, 2013 | 08:41 AM
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Old May 3, 2013 | 12:01 PM
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I agree with fsttyms. Wires in the boot in the driver door hinge area can break over time.
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Old May 15, 2013 | 05:12 PM
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i am havinig prob with locks 2. the locks where not getting power at all.no light in dome or doors,clock had no power and trunk switch didnt work. i changed fuse box by right door and now i just get power when car is on but,when i pull key out,no power at all. im thinking i need to get a new fuse box to fix prob.can that be my and his prob??
thanx guys!!
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