Hot-Wire Power Windows?

[Johnny Glenn]

Thanks for looking in - I've got a wrecked Explorer w/ no ignition key and the windows are down. I'm trying to remove the power window motors/regulators but I need to get the windows up - is there a way to provide direct power (say from a jumper wire and battery?) to the window switch to power them up? Where would I apply the power at - which wire on what switch? Thanks for any help Also, if not is there a way to manually push/pull the windows back up?

 

[Johnny Glenn]

any ideas on this one??

 

[BigRondo]

Check out this thread: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=297813

Posts #8 & #15 have an innovative idea for getting the window up. Just 1 of the many "Dirt Tips".

Let me know if you need instructions for removing the door panel.

Hope this helps out. Good luck. :biggthump

 

[Johnny Glenn]

Thanks for the link -- I thought I was on the right track w/ the thought of a wire and battery! Thanks again for your help

 

[BigRondo]

Thanks for the link -- I thought I was on the right track w/ the thought of a wire and battery! Thanks again for your help

You're welcome! Good luck with the fix.