[topse]

The thought of giving it a try the self installation of master power window switch of my Ecosport was striking my mind since 2019 when it started giving frequent trouble during the monsoon season as rain droplets got inside the switch assembly which caused corrosion because of physical and chemical reaction between metal connectors with rain water. But also due to the subsequent global pandemic and lockdown, the matter was further delayed. I always loved to do DiY staffs, be it regarding any household appliance, my bike or car. Rather than relying on others (mostly many inexperienced mechanics causing more harm than good ) and spending hefty for simple tasks which can be done much easily and at far lesser cost if one wants to learn new things and interested about DiY. But I became a bit lazy as the lockdown was lifted and other passenger side switches were functioning properly. And here came the news of Ford's departure from India in Sep, 2021 as a big shock. Now again that thought of self reliance (yes its the DiY thing again ) struck me. I first searched for that switch assembly for Ecosport in Boodmo but unfortunately the app was very confusing and not at all user friendly. The part was listed with different prices but without any photos or specification, never understood if any of those parts were listed can be a power window switch and can be purchased without risk. So, I started searching for replacement switch assembly in local Ford authorized SC in Kannur, they said the part is not in stock and they need to order which will take minimum of one week. Later I tried enquiring in various local car parts shop in Kannur and most of them reminded me of Ford's departure hence difficulty of getting Ford OEM parts. One shop told me they can order it for me but again it will take min 7-10 days, also price they quoted was approx Rs. 4600 (MRP) which is also way too much just for a simple electrical switch consisting of few copper connectors mounted on plastic holders. I got little apprehended since its not even two weeks that Ford had left India and availability of even basic/essential parts are becoming a problem. I did a google, found one OEM switch assembly which was a second hand (later found) at a much cheaper price and ordered it without any delay. The Rs 2700 switch came just within three days from Mumbai to Kasergod, Kerala (my job location). Did the DiY job the very next day. Below I am posting a detailed step-by-step video that I recorded for the purpose, which may help other Ecosport owners or owners with car having power window (since functionality of power window and switch assembly is almost same in most of the cars.)

https://youtu.be/lHij3KBzC24

[VijayAnand1]

Wonderful. I'm planning to replace my power window switch too on my Figo after a can of Sprite was accidentally dabbled over it. It's working fine till now, but my OCD is not allowing me to have a night's sleep. Can you please let me know the shipper's information, it'd be extremely helpful.

Wonderful DIY, and yes, the plastic parts are all intricately woven, and a great job.

Cheers!
VJ

[topse]

@ VijayAnand1 Good to know that you can do a DiY thing and is interested. That kind of OCD thing also hits me and keeps me all excited till I do it all by myself and the learning a new thing and knowledge of such helps you to be future safe . Anyways coming to the point, I had dug around many apps and many websites including boodmo, gomechanic spares, Amazon etc except ebay which was a great site to purchase second hand and cheap items once, but finally found it in a website named shopee365, saw their reviews, saw the product was available there, not sure though if it was genuine, but they were quoted a very cheap rate. Tried my luck and bought it. After arrival I understood it was OEM but might be second hand one. And for me even a non-OEM switch was enough as it was not any critical engine component rather a cosmetic kind of mechanical switch, so brand was not an issue. Tried installing it, done with the job and it's all ok now. But before fitting I had disassembled it, and found it has the all same and simple mechanism inside. But one advise, do talk to them before ordering if your parts is available there, since it might be a new site so update on parts availability may not be on real time basis.

[sriniadk]

Hello @topse , i have a doubt , may i know if the power window switches are backlit in Ford ecosport . Especially the ones in the driver side and also the passenger . My freestyle's power window switches are not backlit . So maybe can try my luck by swapping with the ecosport's switches. Your suggestions would be very valuable for my DIY .

[Jeroen]

Excellent job, great video. I would like to offer a few suggestions. You might have mentioned them.

Always, always disconnect the battery when working on car electronics and or electrics.

You might want to check those connectors for corrosion too. Just get some electro cleaner and spray liberally on all connectors prior to connecting them back on.

Jeroen

[Samfromindia]

Originally Posted by topse

Later I tried enquiring in various local car parts shop in Kannur and most of them reminded me of Ford's departure hence difficulty of getting Ford OEM parts. One shop told me they can order it for me but again it will take min 7-10 days, also price they quoted was approx Rs. 4600 (MRP) which is also way too much just for a simple electrical switch consisting of few copper connectors mounted on plastic holders.

I never had issues getting Ford authorized replacement parts for my Ecosport both in Kolkata or Pune authorized service centers. 2 yrs back on 2021 when I was in Kolkata my 2014 Ecosport faced 2 switch issues:

1: The driver side multi switch was not able to take the front passenger window down although the passenger door switch was working fine
2: The wiper stalk push inside to spray shampoo was not working.

After enquiring Ford service, they quoted a massive 4.5K to replace the driver side switch and around 2.5 for the wiper stalk. They refused to repair this outright, as usual with Service centers. Bhpian Blooming Flower had faced similar switch issues for his car which he fixed himself after dissembling the switch unit & cleaning the contacts. However I am not that technical and didn't want to visit FNG. After months of frustration & suffering, finally gave in during scheduled servicing and asked to replace both faulty switches. Unfortunately the wiper stalk was unavailable and I was unhappy. Guess what ? The SA repaired the same for me free of cost ! So I payed 4.5K for the driver door side new switch & the wiper stalk repair.