Code
B28B8
MITSUBISHI
B — Body
RR P/W initialization
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Failed or interrupted auto-initialization/learning procedure
- Faulty RR power window switch
- Defective window motor or regulator (mechanical binding)
- Open/short in wiring or poor connector/ground at door harness
- Blown fuse or faulty power/ground supply
- Faulty body/control module for power windows (door ECU)
Symptoms
- Rear-right window one-touch auto-up/auto-down does not work
- RR window does not respond or only moves manually/intermittently
- Window operation is slow, noisy, or stops mid-travel
- Other windows operate normally (problem isolated to RR)
- DTC present in body/power-window module and auto features disabled
What to check
- Confirm code with appropriate scan tool and read freeze-frame or related codes
- Attempt manufacturer's RR window initialization/relearn procedure
- Verify battery voltage and fuses for power-window circuit
- Operate RR switch while observing motor voltage and current
- Inspect door harness, connectors, and ground for corrosion or damage
- Check for mechanical binding by moving the glass manually (with power disconnected) and inspecting regulator
Signal parameters
- Supply voltage at switch/motor: ~12 V (engine off), 13–14 V (engine running)
- Command signal from switch to module: logical on/off (0 V / ~12 V) depending on design
- Motor current draw: short surge on start then steady; significant overcurrent (>10–15 A) suggests binding or short (manufacturer-specific values may vary)
- Continuity/resistance across motor terminals when stationary: low ohms (motor coil), open = motor fault
- CAN/bus: module should respond to diagnostic requests (status = active/connected)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Verify DTC B28B8 with a scan tool and note any other related codes; record vehicle specifics and battery voltage.
- Attempt the factory RR power-window initialization/relearn procedure exactly as specified in the service manual; re-check for code after attempt.
- Check fuses and inspect wiring/connectors at the RR door and door jamb; repair any corrosion or damage.
- With ignition on, operate the RR switch and measure voltage at the switch output and at the motor connector to confirm power and direction signals.
- Measure motor current while operating; an excessive current or no current helps distinguish mechanical binding vs. electrical open condition.
- If switch signals are present but motor not responding, bench-test or temporarily jump power to the motor (safely) to verify motor/regulator operation.
- If motor and regulator are OK, verify inputs/outputs and grounds at the power-window control module; consider swapping or replacing module if diagnostics indicate internal fault.
- After repairs, perform the initialization/relearn procedure again. Clear codes and test full function of RR window multiple cycles.
- If intermittent, flex the door harness through full travel to reproduce the fault while monitoring signals to locate a wiring break at the hinge area.
Likely causes
- Interrupted or failed initialization sequence (user/battery disconnect)
- Faulty RR window switch or connector
- Mechanical binding or seized regulator/motor causing abnormal current
- Damaged wiring in door harness (flex point) or poor ground
- Faulty power-window control module
Fault status
Status
RR power window initialization failure — auto learn/calibration unsuccessful; RR auto up/down may be disabled.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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