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Windows and Glass: Description and Operation




Anti-Pinching Function Description (Front Doors Only)

- The anti-pinching function reverses and then stops the rising window glass when a load exceeding the preset level is applied to the window glass due to pinching of something, etc.
- The anti-pinching function is effective in both auto-up and manual-up operations.
- The condition of pinching is judged by each power window ECU in the front power window motor.

Reverse Operation Stroke of Anti-Pinching Function

1) If a load exceeding the preset level is applied to the window glass, the window glass reverses by approx. 145 mm (5.71 in.).
2) The reverse operation is continued or stopped depending on the window position when the reverse operation is finished as shown in the following table.





If the window glass is reached to the fully open position before it opens approx. 145 mm, the reverse operation is stopped.