MASTER WINDOW SWITCH PROBLEM (1 Viewer)

[TOMMY76]

2005
The passenger and two rear windows quit working from the driver master switch. They all still work from their individual switch . A couple of days later the driver window switch quit working. When I try the drivers window switch there is a buzzing sound coming from the switch assembly. The driver's window will work intermittently. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks, Tommy

 

[shadow247]

Sounds like your switch is shot. A new one is $$$, but you may be able to find one in a local wrecking yard. There's a few being parted out in the classified section as well.

 

[Trunk Monkey]

Pull it out and check/clean the contacts before you throw in a new switch.

 

[TOMMY76]

Thanks for the quick reply . I have it out and all contacts appear clean. Any thoughts on the best source for a new one? Thanks

 

[ZetheGSD]

Your switch is most likely fine. Sounds like you need to re-program your other 3 windows to then communicate back to the master window switch. It's a very common Toyota issue that usually happens when you have a dead battery or some other voltage related issue.

To reprogram the master window switch you need to go to each individual switch and set the top and bottom points. This is achieved with the ignition on, at the other three windows you use the switch and run the window all of the way up and wait ten seconds while holding in the switch in the full "up" position. Then let go and wait ten seconds. Do the same thing in the down position with the window all the way down. Remember to hold for ten seconds and then let go for ten seconds.

Once you program each individual switch you should now have control of that window with the auto feature from the direct window switch as well as the master window switch. Repeat this for all three windows and you should be good to go!

 

[nissanh]

You may have a broken wire inside the wire boot between top and bottom hinges on the drivers door.

Disconnect the battery, remove the kick panel, locate the wire plug going into the drivers door and remove it. Remove the window switch set and check the continiuty on wires.

Correct me if I am wrong about the auto windows. I have played with Toyota window switches on corolla, hilux, camry, hiace, 4runner, rav4 etc (but not on a cruiser) with auto feature. All it has is a bi-metal switch that heats up when window reaches the top or bottom and disconnects power to the motor.

 

[Kofoed]

I had the same problems with my 99. Ebay has guys selling master switch knock-offs. I figured I would wake a chance on a $18 part. Problem solved. If that didn't work, I was going to check wiring where it passes from the driver door to body

 

[Kofoed]

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[ScubaJon]

Sure looks like that switch is for a right hand drive may want to check before ordering.

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Windo...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B07JMZHRKQ

 

[Kofoed]

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Windo...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B07JMZHRKQ

edit.....get teh left-hand drive version....lol but you get the idea that there are other options besides the $400 dealer option

 

[Kofoed]

edit.....get teh left-hand drive version....lol but you get the idea that there are other options besides the $400 dealer optio

 

[TOMMY76]

Thanks All, I ordered an after market switch . Cheap enough to take the chance.

 

[nnnnnate]

@TOMMY76 Did the after market switch work for you?

My driver front window is buzzing when I push the button in any direction. I took the panel apart and I believe its the relay that is buzzing. I can open the 3 other windows just fine with the master switch as well as at the individual doors without any issue. I ordered a replacement from the "switch doctor" on ebay but its also buzzing from the same relay (I believe, I haven't broken that one down.) Its making me wonder if the replacement is defective.

edit: I'll just add that I was able to jumper the window motor to the battery and get it to go up and down so I don't believe that there is a binding issue with the regulator or motor. If that thought process is flawed though please let me know.

 

[TOMMY76]

@TOMMY76 Did the after market switch work for you?

My driver front window is buzzing when I push the button in any direction. I took the panel apart and I believe its the relay that is buzzing. I can open the 3 other windows just fine with the master switch as well as at the individual doors without any issue. I ordered a replacement from the "switch doctor" on ebay but its also buzzing from the same relay (I believe, I haven't broken that one down.) Its making me wonder if the replacement is defective.

edit: I'll just add that I was able to jumper the window motor to the battery and get it to go up and down so I don't believe that there is a binding issue with the regulator or motor. If that thought process is flawed though please let me know.

 

[TOMMY76]

Did you ever get your window working . I had the same situation with the relay buzzing even with the new switch.

 

[ScubaJon]

For anyone still reading.
I got the 17 buck master window control I found on Ebay for my 2000 lc as the original was suffering a slow death.

So far so good only one small problem that was not a problem for me. The auto up feature is not built into it but my window is not calibrated so I could never use it anyways now I will no longer accidentally hit auto up lol.

 

[ZwhoHeBe]

My driver's side rear is not working and the black box ( relay?) Has a chip out of it I noticed. See pic. Washing my car today I noticed that water had seeped inside the door panel. Wonder if either are related. Bought it December and starting to address the issues like this window. I think I can only get the entire switch but the part has been tough to identify.

 

[ZwhoHeBe]

Annnnnd I found almost immediately after this.

 

[TOMMY76]

@TOMMY76 Did the after market switch work for you?

My driver front window is buzzing when I push the button in any direction. I took the panel apart and I believe its the relay that is buzzing. I can open the 3 other windows just fine with the master switch as well as at the individual doors without any issue. I ordered a replacement from the "switch doctor" on ebay but its also buzzing from the same relay (I believe, I haven't broken that one down.) Its making me wonder if the replacement is defective.

edit: I'll just add that I was able to jumper the window motor to the battery and get it to go up and down so I don't believe that there is a binding issue with the regulator or motor. If that thought process is flawed though please let me know.

Did you get your window working?

 

[Cruisinsnow]

Having same buzzing master switch problem. Tried new master switch from switch doctor. Buzzes on driver window and light flashes in switch. Anyone slove this problem?