2008 Expedition LF Window Initialization

[ktmlew]

Replaced the regulator. Window stops at 3/4" from top when closed but closes fully with door open. I've tried about every initialization procedure I can find. There are 4 or 5 different "opinions" on the internet that I've found. None ever do the "window twitch" that indicates you are in the programming mode.

 

Edit: Fuck-me-a-running...just found on Mitchell...aftermarket regulator doesn't work. Know issue. Three guys posted same result. Said Ford regulator initialized first time/every time.

 

SHIT!!!

[ktmlew]

OK. Do these do the window "twitch" indicating they are in program mode?

[lmorris]

Doesn't look like it does. Here is what is in the manual.

 

NOTE: Initialization is required to learn both the full UP and full DOWN positions and the profile of the glass as it travels through the glass channel. Once initialized, obstacle detection is enabled. This procedure is only required for Navigator (LF and RF) or Expedition (LF only) window motors.

NOTE: The window motor must be initialized whenever: the motor is removed from window regulator drum housing, a new motor is installed, a new window regulator is installed, new window glass is installed, glass top run removal or installation is carried out or when carrying out any operation in which grease or lubricants are applied to the window system. All window components (window glass, window regulator, window motor and glass top run) must be installed and tightened to specification before carrying out this procedure. Refer to the De-Initialization Procedure prior to performing the window motor initialization (unless a new motor is being installed).

NOTE: A new (or de-initialized) LF/RF (Navigator) or LF (Expedition) window motor will not operate in one-touch up mode until initialized. If a new LF/RF window motor has been installed, proceed to the Window Motor Initialization procedure in this section.

NOTE: Excessive bounce-back (window reverses direction with no obstructions present) may indicate that a de-initialization procedure may need to be performed.

De-Initialization Procedure

• Start with the ignition key in the RUN position and open one front door.

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NOTE: Steps 2 and 3 must be performed within 8 seconds.

Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN 5 times.

[*]Press the window control switch to the one-touch DOWN position (second detent) and release.


Window Motor Initialization

WARNING: Keep objects and body parts clear of the glass panel when carrying out the initialization procedure. During the initialization procedure, the glass panel closes with high force and cannot detect objects in its path. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

[*]Start with the ignition key in the OFF position and with the LF/RF door open.

[*]Turn the ignition key to the ON position.

[*]Activate and hold the window control switch in the one-touch DOWN position (second detent) until the window glass stalls for 2 seconds at the bottom of its travel and release the switch.

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NOTE: After performing this step, wait a minimum of 3 seconds before operating the window control switch or ignition switch.

Activate and hold the window control switch (with no interruptions) in the one-touch UP position (second detent) until the window glass stalls for 2 seconds into the glass top run and release the switch.

[*]Verify correct operation of the window by carrying out the one-touch up and one-touch down features. If the window does not operate correctly, carefully repeat this procedure.


 

[ktmlew]

Well? Found another set of instructions? Now have to wait for vehicle to return.

 

 

 

 

1. Replace the window regulator and perform the initialization procedure. CAUTION: Make sure that no obstructions are present in the window system when carrying out this procedure. NOTE: The Left Front (LF) window motor is in proportional up/down mode until initialized. NOTE: The LF window motor must be reinitialized whenever: the motor is removed from window regulator drum housing, a new motor is installed, a new window regulator is installed, new window glass is installed, glass top run removal or installation, or when carrying out any operation in which grease or lubricants are applied to the window system. NOTE: All LF window components (window glass, window regulator, window motor and glass top run) must be installed and tightened to specification before carrying out this procedure. NOTE: If this procedure is only partially completed, the LF window motor will remain un-initialized and only the proportional up/down functions will operate. NOTE: Once the ignition key is turned to the ON position in Step 6, it must remain on until the entire procedure is completed. NOTE: Step 7 requires that the master control switch (LF) be held in the UP position until the LF window motor stalls the window glass into the upper header seal. Step 8 requires that the master control switch (LF) be momentarily actuated to the DOWN position. NOTE: Step 9 requires that the master control switch (LF) be held in the UP position until the LF window motor stalls the window glass into the upper header seal and the window carries out its down-up sequence, indicating successful completion of initialization. NOTE: The key-in-ignition chime can cause the AUTO button to be pressed more or less than 6 times due to the distraction of the chime. 1. NOTE: Steps 1 through 6 must be completed within 30 seconds. The entire procedure must be completed within 5 minutes. Start with the ignition key in the OFF position and with the LF door open. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. 3. Press the front window control switch (LF) to the AUTO position 6 times (AUTO up or AUTO down). 4. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and make sure the LF door is open. 5. Press the front window control switch (LF) to the AUTO position 6 times (AUTO up or AUTO down). 6. Turn the ignition key to the ON position and close the LF door. The LF window glass will move down-up-down-up approximately 2-3 mm (0.1 in). This down-up-down-up movement indicates that the LF window motor has entered initialization mode. 7. Pull and hold the front window control switch (LF) to the UP position until the window glass stalls into the upper header seal. 8. Momentarily press the front window control switch (LF) to the DOWN position and release. The window will carry out a one-touch down operation until the window glass stalls at the bottom of travel stop designed into the window regulator. 9. Pull and hold the front window control switch (LF) to the UP position. Continue to hold the switch until after the window glass stalls into the upper header seal and carries out the down-up movement. This down-up movement approximately 2-3 mm (0.1 in.) indicates that the LF window motor has been successfully initialized. 10. Verify correct operation of the LF window by carrying out a one-touch down, one-touch up, proportional down, and proportional up. If the window does not operate correctly, carefully repeat this procedure.