When the rear window defogger switch on the No. 1 heater control sub-assembly is operated, the operation signal is transmitted to the power distribution box assembly. When the power distribution box assembly receives the signal, it turns on the RR DEF relay to operate the window defogger system.
An operation request signal is sent to the air conditioning amplifier assembly via LIN communication when the rear window defogger switch (air conditioning control assembly) is operated. When the air conditioning amplifier assembly receives the signal, it sends an operation request signal via CAN communication to the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU). When the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) receives the signal, it sends an operation request signal via CPXI communication to the power distribution box assembly. After the operation request signal is received by the power distribution box assembly it outputs an operation signal and operates the window defogger system.
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
With the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal connected, do not disconnect/connect the connector of the power distribution box assembly.
When replacing the power distribution box assembly, the system may not operate normally if the same part number is not used.
The window defogger system uses the CAN communication system, LIN communication system and CXPI communication system. Inspect the communication function by following How to Proceed with Troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot the window defogger system after confirming that the communication system is functioning properly.
Before replacing the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU), refer to Service Bulletin.*
*: w/ Smart Entry and Start System
Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Defogger Input Signal | Window defogger switch signal input condition | OFF or ON | OFF: Rear window defogger switch is off
ON: Rear window defogger switch is on |
- |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Rear Defogger Input Signal |
On the GTS screen, ON or OFF is displayed accordingly.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| OK | A |
| NG (for Electrical Control Type) | B |
| NG (for Mechanical Control Type) | C |
A
B
C
Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Defogger Output Signal | Window defogger output condition | OFF or ON | OFF: Window defogger does not operate
ON: Window defogger operates |
- |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Rear Defogger Output Signal |
On the GTS screen, ON or OFF is displayed accordingly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the 8F power distribution box assembly connector.
Disconnect the U27 rear window defogger wire (back door glass) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| 8F-43 - U27-1 (B) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| 8F-43 or U27-1 (B) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the U28 rear window defogger wire (back door glass) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| U28-1 (E) - Body ground | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Check the air conditioning system.
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for Gasoline Model with Manual Air Conditioning System for Electrical Control Type:
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Both the window defogger system operation signal and air conditioning system operation signal are transmitted to the air conditioning amplifier assembly via the same communication line.
The air conditioning system operates normally.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
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Check that the defogger indicator illuminates when the window defogger switch is on.
Defogger indicator illuminates.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Using the GTS, perform the Active Test.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Defogger Relay | Rear window defogger wire (Back door glass) | OFF or ON | - |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Rear Defogger Relay |
Rear window defogger wire (back door glass) warms up.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the 8C power distribution box assembly connector.
Disconnect the I146 No. 1 heater control sub-assembly connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| 8C-23 - I146-6 (RDEF) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| 8C-23 or I146-6 (RDEF) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Switch Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| I146-5 (IG+) - Body ground | Ignition switch ON | 11 to 14 V |
| Ignition switch off | Below 1 V |
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| I146-2 (ERDF) - Body ground | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG