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Power Windows, Checking

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NOTE:

After disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the power window one-touch up/one-touch down feature does not work. Before delivering a new vehicle, the window regulator must be repositioned. The vehicle battery must not be disconnected after the electric windows have been positioned.

WARNING:

After disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, pinch protection of the power window regulators will not function. This can cause serious injuries if for example fingers are caught in the window!

Perform the following to position the power windows:

NOTE:

The following work sequence is for the front left window. The positioning for the remaining windows is performed in the same manner using the respective switch in the driver door.

-- Switch on the ignition.

-- Close all doors and windows.

-- Hold left front side-window in position "Close" by pulling and holding switch longer than 1 second.

-- Lift button again for 1 second. Now when the button is pressed briefly the window will lower fully and when the button is lifted briefly the window will raise fully.

-- Turn off ignition.