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jonathankallen

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What's the best way to learn how to use/understand/read wiring diagrams?  I know nothing about them and when I look at the diagrams it's like a foreign language.  Thanks for any help!

 
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Thanks for the info.  I had actually taken off my door panel yesterday to see if I could figure out the issue with my window.  The guy told me it needed a new motor but got in there and the motor wasn't even in there and the switch looks pretty deplorable.  It's quite confusing seeing all these wires.  I'd attach a pic of it but can't figure out how to attach one with replies...

 

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Yo,

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Here are some wiring diagrams (partial, 86 through 96) and Technical Service Bulletins, (80 through 96) @ http://www.revbase.com/BBBMotor/Wd

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Youtube videos! No joke look it up and start learning. Another way is to go to a local pull apart with a wiring diagram in your hand and learn by looking through wiring harnesses.

 
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So here is what I diagnosed so far with the driver's side window.  First off, I need a motor (there's not one in there).  As you can see from the pics below, someone has done a lot of work previously and it's looking pretty bad down there.  I'm also thinking about getting a new switch panel (there's a couple on ebay that look to be in pretty good condition).  I've also noticed that the plug for the motor to the wiring is missing.  I see where the red and yellow wire is but no connector.  Would you know what specific connector to get to fit into the connector I get with the new motor or do I just need to buy a new male/female connector for it?  A link to a specific connector would be great!

The first pic is the connector that I'm needing (took the pic from the passenger door) and the second pic is the switch panel I'm considering replacing (you can see the exposed yellow and red wires to the right where I'm needing to plug in the motor). 

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Yo,

For the connector and motor, best is to visit a yard & pull what you need.  See list at end of this reply.    Test the motor with 12 vdc portable tool batty. Red wire gets positive + from batty, negative on batty to motor body

Then  other direction on yellow, [SIZE=23.9997px]negative on batty to motor body[/SIZE]

Wiring Diagram for 84 Bronco & F-Series (partial); "...Similar to 80-91 Bronco & F-Series..." @ http://www.supermotors.net/clubs/superford/registry/media/714912_1

Most parts store carry connectors.  Tell them how many terminals or wires need there are.  They will prob have the motors somthey can match it up.

Motor Models - the split between models of the 92 (for power window motor purposes) occurs in May. If it was made BEFORE May, the window motor is the same as a '91. Otherwise, the motor is the same as the '92-96

PW Parts diagram

@ http://www.supermotors.net/clubs/superford/registry/media/253953



Harness & Connector Location & Removal from Door in an 88; "...For those pre-92 guys, these are the two connectors behind the kick panel you unplug to remove the door w/o cutting any wires. The upper plug is the power for the windows/locks & the smaller is power for the speaker. On the driver side, the connectors look the same but the green one is gray..." 
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Source: by Reptillikus



http://broncozone.com/topic/3251-trouble-shooting-power-windows/  by Seabronc



Test Readings & Wiring Diagram; "...Normal readings for passenger window test with all switches, connectors, & motors connected normally. The passenger circuit is on the LEFT side of the wiring diagram..." at http://www.supermotors.net/clubs/superford/vehicles/registry/media/448076

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http://www.hollanderparts.com/
A yard that uses Hollander Interchange can search other yards and have it shipped.
Can select certain parts
Has Vehicle Pics for some vehicles
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or
http://www.car-parts.com/
Can select certain parts
Can search by year range, such as 92 through 96 & has best item condition descriptions such as "COVER BAD LEATHER PWR BKT GRY"
Has Vehicle Pics for some vehicles incl. interior/dash, back seat, front & rear and engine bay
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http://www.copartfinder.com/finder/searchMake.do
Has Vehicle Pics for some vehicles incl. interior/dash, back seat, front & rear and engine bay.
Can search by year range, such as 92 through 96
Has Vehicle Pics for some vehicles
Can NOT Select certain parts
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http://www.picknpull.com
This is a Company name w/yard locations in various states
Can NOT Select certain parts
Has Vehicle Pics for some vehicles

http://row52.com/Search
Can NOT Select certain parts
Has Vehicle Pics for some vehicles 
AND Want a Part? It's Easy...
1. You create a Parts Wanted Listing.
2. Parts Pullers respond with offers.
3. You pick the best one.
A Parts Puller gets the parts you need.

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for obsolete parts by Ford long version pn:
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http://www.rearcounter.com
http://www.greensalescompany.com 

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For new discounted Ford parts:
https://consumerlink.oeconnection.com/91554453363118850 

 
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Finally got my parts and time and was able to wire in the new switch panel and installed the new window regulator and motor.  Works like a charm.  Thanks for the help guys!

 

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