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.
Rear Door Sunshade System
- RESET REAR DOOR SUNSHADE SYSTEMNOTE:
The rear curtain position reset operation must be performed when one of the following occurs: 1) battery removal and installation; 2) ECU reset; or 3) jam protection related detachment.
- Turn the power switch ON (IG).
- Push the front or rear switch's rear door sunshade switch.
HINT:
The motor must be moved in the lowering direction.
- Push the front or rear switch's rear door sunshade switch.
HINT:
Make sure that the rear curtain raises.
- RESET REAR DOOR SUNSHADE POSITION AFTER DETACHMENTNOTE:
- If the curtain is operating and detaches as a result of the jam protection function, the motor must be operated in the raise direction in order to return it to normal.
- If the motor is not returned to normal, the cover may not close properly during the lowering operation.
- After the rear curtain stops at the fully raised position, continue holding the switch for 5 seconds.
Stopped → Raising → Stopped at fully raised position → 5 seconds
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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.