B0201low severityBody
Passenger Power Window Motor Circuit
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the passenger power window motor circuit.
Symptoms
- Passenger window not moving
- Window moves intermittently
- Motor noise but no movement
Common causes
- Faulty window motor
- Broken regulator
- Switch failure
- Wiring issue
- Child lock switch engaged
Diagnostic steps
- Check child lock switch
- Test window switch
- Apply direct power to motor
- Inspect regulator
- Check wiring
Repair notes
Replace motor or regulator. Verify child lock is not engaged.
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