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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 I SV, 2.0L ENG VIN G, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTWINDOW MOTORS & REGULATORSSYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING [POWER WINDOW SYSTEM]POWER WINDOW SYSTEM PRELIMINARY INSPECTIONAUTO REVERSE PINCH PROTECTION FUNCTION INSPECTION

2013 Mazda 3 i SV, 2.0L Eng VIN G, Automatic Trans

Auto Reverse Pinch Protection Function Inspection

2013 Mazda 3 i SV, 2.0L Eng VIN G, Automatic TransSECTION Auto Reverse Pinch Protection Function Inspection

STEP	INSPECTION		ACTION
1	Switch the ignition to ON. Fully open the driver's side power window. Set the hammer (thickness: 10 mm {0.39 in} or more) as shown below. Then, close the power window. Verify that the power window opens 200 mm {7.87 in} after contacting the hammer and the operation stops. Does auto reverse pinch protection function operate properly?	Yes	Auto reverse pinch protection function is normal.
1		No	Go to the next step.
2	Does power window open before contacting the hammer?	Yes	Go to NO.6 DOOR GLASS REVERSES EVEN THOUGH THE GLASS DOES NOT ENCOUNTER A FOREIGN OBJECT WHILE IT IS MOVING UP IN AUTOMATIC MODE [POWER WINDOW SYSTEM] .
2	Does power window open before contacting the hammer?	No	Initialize the power window main switch. NOTE: Before initializing the power window main switch, cut off the power supply to the power window main switch for 60 seconds. Then, reconnect it again after 60 seconds: Disconnect the negative battery cable. Disconnect the power window main switch connector. Remove the fuse for the power window system.

Fig 1: Setting Hammer Of Power Window (Thickness)

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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.