Windshield deicer system prevent windshield wiper from
freezing in the winter season. It consists of deicer in the lower part
of windshield, switch and relay. IPM receives an input signal from the
deicer switch, then controls relay. Operating condition is the same that
of rear window defogger system.
Since the generator "L" is switched ON, if the deicer switch is ON, then deicer output is ON for 20 minutes.
Component Location
1. Windshield deicer relay (Built-in engine room relay box)2. Windshield deicer switch (Rear glass defogger switch)3. Windshield deicer4. Deicer connector
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Inspection
1.
Remove the cowl top cover.
(Refer to Windshield Wiper/Washer - "Front Wiper Motor")
2.
Disconnect the windshield deicer connector from the wiper motor linkage.
3.
Check for ...
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