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Old May 21, 2016 | 05:58 PM
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I replaced my center console and all i did was disconnect the window switches and reconnect them now they dont work. All connectors seem to be good. ckt breaker is good. Does anyone know where to start. much appreciated thanks.
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First, use a voltmeter or test light to confirm there is still power at the switch(es). Also verify the switch connector is making proper electrical contact.
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Any chance that the pink / black got knocked loose from the ING cavity in the fuse box?

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http://www.vetteprojects.com/bmv/mis...tte%201977.pdf

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Check the power window relay which is under the center console. The pnk/blk should have 12v with ignition on, gets power from guage fuse. The blk/org gets power from circuit breaker , hot all the time. The red/wht should have power with ignition on and goes to the switches.
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This should help you figure it out.

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On 75-77 cars the power window circuit breaker is located in the fuse panel.



and this would be the correct schematic for your car.

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Originally Posted by mrcorvette1977
I replaced my center console and all i did was disconnect the window switches and reconnect them now they dont work. All connectors seem to be good. ckt breaker is good. Does anyone know where to start. much appreciated thanks.
The plug comes off the power window relay in my car all the time. Maybe you knocked it loose.
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