Electic window motor removal

Remove the rest arm, door handle and all the trim on the door panel. Pop out the plastic clips, working from the bottom rear, across the bottom, up the sides. Lift out the door panel. Unscrew the bolts or drill out the rivets holding the window crank. Move the assemly around inside the door to reset the rollers back into the track. Reverse the procedure.

SECTION 412-02: Heating and Ventilation 1999 Cougar Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 02/8/2001 Blower Motor Removal

1. Remove the footwell upper trim panel (passenger side).
   • Remove the pushpins.

1. Remove the blower motor.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
   1. Lift the securing tab, turn the motor approximately 30 degrees counter-clockwise and remove the motor.

Installation

1. NOTE: Engage the securing tab for the blower motor.
   

Blower Motor Removal

1. Remove the footwell upper trim panel (passenger side).
   • Remove the pushpins.

1. Remove the blower motor.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
   1. Lift the securing tab, turn the motor approximately 30 degrees counter-clockwise and remove the motor.

Check fuses #21 40 amp check relay jump 12 volts to motor circuit
Overhead Console Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

1. NOTE: Remove the interior lamp as a unit.
   Ease out the interior lamp.
   • Disconnect the electrical connectors.

1. Remove the overhead console screws.

1. Remove the overhead console.
   • Apply an even downwards force to both sides of the console.
   • Disconnect the roof opening panel switch electrical connector (if equipped).
• Disconnect the information and message center electrical connector (if equipped)

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SECTION 501-17: Roof Opening Panel 2001 Cougar Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 02/8/2001
Roof Opening Panel Motor Removal

1. Remove the overhead console. For additional information, refer to Section 501-12.

1. Disconnect the sliding roof motor electrical connector.

1. Disconnect the sliding roof panel relay.

1. Remove the sliding roof motor control unit.

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

SECTION 412-04: Control Components 1999 Cougar Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Blower Motor Resistor Removal

1. Remove the upper footwell trim panel (passenger side).
   • Remove the pushpins.

1. Disconnect the blower motor resistor electrical connector.

1. Remove the blower motor resistor.

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Unfortunately, this is a hit or miss problem with your generation of Taurus window motors. I am assuming it is Power windows. If it is not Power windows it could have come of track and/or hit a snag. To get a better look you will need to remove the door panel by the screws in the door handle,etc.. and clips around the frame of the door panel. Once removed, there will be a a few places to see what is actually happening when you try to roll the window up.. If it is power windows the true work is rolling UP the window,as gravity is what rolls it down. If you SEE the motor spinning but the window is stationary, you have a snag. If it isnt spinning you can get a new motor from a dealer or even a junkyard. If it is Manual windows.. You SHOULD HOPEFULLY see where and how the window is catching and not rolling up.. hope this helps and good luck!

v6 or 4 cylinder?

SECTION 303-01A: Engine - 2.0L 1999 Cougar Workshop Manual
IN-VEHICLE REPAIR Valve Cover Removal

1. Disconnect the oil feed sensor electrical connector.

1. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube.

1. Remove the appearance cover.
   1. Position the throttle cable out of the way, and the speed control cable (if equipped).
   1. Remove the eight bolts.
   1. Remove the appearance cover.

1. Remove the spark plug wires.

1. Detach the upper part of the engine front cover out of the way.
   1. Remove the four bolts.
   1. Position the front cover to one side.

1. Remove the valve cover.
   1. Position the throttle cable to one side, and the speed control cable (if equipped).
   1. Remove the nine bolts.
   1. Remove the valve cover

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It is located on the right side of the motor. You have to remove the air filter box, and battery to get to it. You have to take it out from the top side. It's a tight fit but can be done without too much problems. I replaced mine twice. You have to work pretty much blind, and by feel. This will save you at least $100.00 in labor.

I had same issue with the Window actually both driver & passenger side. I ended up replacing the switches NOT CHEAP! there are about $70.00 each from Ford Dealer. I recommended that you try switching
out the motor's from one door to other & test this way to make sure it's not the motor. If it's the motor you'll be lucky as it way cheaper.
I tested & replaced the switch my self & its not hard at all very simple & easy. The only hard part is finding all crews to remove door trim. You should search ebay for parts with luck you my find cheaper.

Yes there is a samll tab located on the bottom, if you bend it down and twist it should spin right out.