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Jam Protection Function does not Operate: Procedure
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION (APPLICABLE LOCATION)
- Initialize the power window regulator motor assembly (applicable location). Refer to INITIALIZATION .
NEXT: Go to next step
- CHECK POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM (AUTO UP/DOWN FUNCTION)
- Check if the power window auto up and down function operates normally. Refer to OPERATION CHECK
.
OK
Auto up and down function is normal.
NG → See step 4
OK: Go to next step
- Check if the power window auto up and down function operates normally. Refer to OPERATION CHECK
.
- 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 4 mm (0.157 in.) of the fully closed position.
OK
Jam protection function operates normally.
Result
Result Proceed to OK A NG (Driver door power window) B NG (Front passenger side power window) C NG (Rear LH side power window) D NG (Rear RH side power window) E
B → See step 5
C → See step 6
D → See step 7
E → See step 8
A → END (PROBLEM DUE TO INITIALIZATION FAILURE)
- Check if the jam protection function operates normally for the applicable power window.
- GO TO OTHER PROBLEM (Proceed to Problem Symptoms Table). Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
- REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSEMBLY (for Driver Side). Refer to REMOVAL
- REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSEMBLY (for Front Passenger Side). Refer to REMOVAL
- REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSEMBLY (for Rear LH Side). Refer to REMOVAL
- REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSEMBLY (for Rear RH Side). Refer to REMOVAL
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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.