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Heated Glass Element Relay: Testing and Inspection




REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER RELAY

Component Function Check


1. CHECK FUNCTION

1.Perform IPDM E/R Active Test ("REAR DEFOGGER") using CONSULT.
2.Touch "ON".
3.Check that the rear window heating wire is getting warmer.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- Rear window defogger relay function is OK.
NO- Refer to "Diagnosis Procedure" .


Diagnosis Procedure


1. CHECK FUSE

1.Turn ignition switch OFF.
2.Check the 15A fuse (No. 41, 42 located in IPDM E/R).
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- GO TO 2.
NO- Replace the blown fuse after repairing the affected circuit if a fuse is blown.

2. CHECK IPDM E/R OUTPUT SIGNAL

1.Turn ignition switch ON.
2.Perform IPDM E/R Active Test ("REAR DEFOGGER") using CONSULT.
3.Touch "ON".
4.Check voltage between IPDM E/R harness connector and ground.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES- INSPECTION END
NO- Replace IPDM E/R.