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For 1990-2009 cars only

The rear window power sunshade is controlled by the rear window power sunshade module.In order for the sunshade to function, the module must receive an input from the rear window power sunshade switch that is located in the overhead console. Only Express movements are available. The sunshade switch is a momentary design type of switch and has two positions available to the operator:

    • A normal off position
    • A momentary sunshade activate position.

The sunshade will only operate when the ignition is in the Run or Accessory modes, or in the ignition off, Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode. When the system is powered up, the sunhade functions in four different modes.

    • Standby Mode
    • Express Extend
    • Express Retract
    • Express Reverse

Standby Mode

The sunshade is in a standby mode whenever the module is powered up, and the sunshade is not being operated, and no inputs are being received from the sunshade switch.

Express Extend

When the sunshade is down, or, retracted, and the momentary switch is pushed, the module will activate the sunshade motor to move the sunshade to the fully extended position.

Express Retract

When the sunshade is up, or, extended, and the momentary switch is pushed, the module will activate the sunshade motor to move the sunshade to the fully retracted position.

Express Reverse

If the sunshade momentary switch is pressed while the sunshade is already moving, the sunshade will reverse its direction of movement.