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.
Jam Protection Function does not Operate: Procedure
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION (POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM (APPLICABLE LOCATION))
- Initialize the power window control system (applicable location). Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2012 - ] .
NEXT: Go to next step
- CHECK JAM PROTECTION FUNCTION OPERATING RANGE
- Check if the jam protection function operates normally for the applicable power window.
HINT:
The jam protection function will not operate within 15 mm (0.591 in.) of the fully closed position.
OK
Jam protection function operates normally.
Result
Result Proceed to OK A NG (Driver door window) B NG (Front passenger door window) C
B → See step 3
C → See step 4
A → END (INITIALIZATION WAS INCORRECT)
- Check if the jam protection function operates normally for the applicable power window.
- REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MASTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY. Refer to REMOVAL [08/2012 - ]
- REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY. Refer to REMOVAL [08/2012 - ]
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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.