Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Windows Motor Reprogramming
Driver side window motor assembly has been designed to memorize closing and opening steps.
If the driver side window motor assembly has been replaced or reassembled, it must be reprogrammed once in order for the safety function to operate properly. This can be done by operating the driver side window switch. If the reprogramming procedure does not be performed, the driver side window does not close automatically.
The following steps explain how to reprogram the driver side window motor assembly:
- Press the driver side window switch until the window is under 100 mm from the top of window frame.
- Pull the driver side window switch to the first step of the Up position and hold until the window is fully UP.
- Continue holding the window switch for approximately 3 seconds after the window motor stall.
- The driver side window motor assembly in now programmed for the safety function.
- Confirm the reprogramming procedure by performing auto-up operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.