Code
B1414
Other
B — Body
Power Window LR Motor Circuit Failure
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Causes
- Broken, pinched or chafed wiring between switch/BCM and LR motor
- Corroded, bent or loose connector pins at the motor, switch or body control module (BCM)
- Failed LR window motor (internal short/open or high internal resistance)
- Failed window switch or interlock (passenger or master switch)
- Mechanical binding or seized regulator preventing motor movement and causing overcurrent
- Blown fuse or faulty relay in the power window circuit
Symptoms
- Left rear window does not move in one or both directions
- Window works intermittently or only one direction
- Clicking or grinding noise from door when switch is operated
- Blown fuse when attempting to operate LR window
- Vehicle stores B1414 or related window circuit codes in BCM
- Window stops mid-travel or moves slowly
What to check
- Scan vehicle with an OEM-level scan tool and read/record related codes and freeze-frame data
- Visually inspect door wiring harness, connectors, and motor for corrosion, damage or water intrusion (especially at hinge area)
- Check fuses and relays for the power window circuits
- Operate the LR window while observing switch behavior and listening for motor noise
- Remove interior door panel to gain access to the motor/regulator for further tests
- Check for mechanical binding by manually moving the regulator/windshield glass (with power disconnected)
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (~12–14.5 V) present at power feed circuit with ignition/accessory on
- Motor supply pins: one pin should be near battery voltage while the other is near ground when commanding in one direction; polarity reverses when commanding the opposite direction
- Idle/no-command: motor pins should be near same potential (no large differential)
- Typical motor current draw: low (no-load) amperes up to several amps; stalled or bound motor may draw high current (can be >10 A) — use ammeter/amp clamp
- Motor resistance (approx): low ohm range (typically
Diagnostic algorithm
- Record codes and freeze frame, then clear codes and attempt to re-create the fault by cycling the LR window several times
- Visually inspect connectors (motor, switch, door harness), look for corrosion, bent pins, water, or damage; repair or reseat connectors as needed
- Check fuses/relays for continuity and correct operation; replace if faulty
- With door panel removed, perform a bench test: apply 12 V and ground to the motor leads to confirm motor runs and direction reverses when polarity is swapped (observe current draw with ammeter)
- With ignition on, backprobe motor connector and operate switch: verify proper voltage/polarity at the motor connector during UP and DOWN commands (one side 12 V, the other near ground — reversed for opposite direction)
- If no voltage at motor connector, backprobe switch and BCM outputs: verify switch sends command and BCM provides drive; if switch is not sending command, test/replace switch
- Check continuity between motor connector and BCM/switch; wiggle harness at the door hinge while observing for intermittent faults (common failure point)
- If motor draws excessive current or stalls, inspect regulator and window track for binding, repair or lubricate as required; if regulator is seized, replace regulator/motor assembly
- If wiring and motor are good but no drive from BCM, test BCM output transistor and ground circuits per manufacturer procedure; repair or replace BCM if confirmed faulty
- After repairs, clear codes and verify correct operation and that B1414 does not return
Likely causes
- Corroded/loose connector at the LR motor or door harness
- Failed LR window motor (common with age/wear)
- Broken wiring in the door harness near the hinge/door jamb
- Mechanical binding in the regulator or window tracks causing high current draw
Fault status
Status
Body control module detected a failure in the left rear power window motor circuit (open, short, overcurrent, or driver fault).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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