Broken rear defroster
02-05-2011, 08:15 PM
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Broken rear defroster
Hey guys, my rear defroster is not working at all...just wondering what I should start looking at for repairs.
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02-05-2011, 08:47 PM
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When my rear defrost failed it was broken connection to the heat braid at the window connection. I couldn't fix it. So used the stock on dash switch and the wiring to control some auxiliary lighting installed on the rear exterior. Just a thought.
02-05-2011, 09:07 PM
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I dunno man, my back window was all fogged over and I couldn't see anything today...I'd rather be able to burn that off and see...
02-06-2011, 11:32 AM
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Does the light on the switch come on when you turn it on? If it doesn't, check the fuse, relay, etc.
Mine didn't work either (but the light turned on), I finally found it was due to the wire breaking inside the rubber boot between the hatch and the roof. Soldered in a new piece and it works good as new.
Mine didn't work either (but the light turned on), I finally found it was due to the wire breaking inside the rubber boot between the hatch and the roof. Soldered in a new piece and it works good as new.
02-06-2011, 12:12 PM
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The light comes on, but no go on the defroster. Guess I'll be opening the boot...
I don't need to drop the headliner at all, do I?
I don't need to drop the headliner at all, do I?
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