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Inspect Defogger Timer Operation

  1. Connect the positive (+) lead from the voltmeter to terminal 6 of body ECU No. 1 connector and negative (-) lead to body ground.
  2. When the switch is OFF, the voltage should be approx. 12V.
    Fig 1: Connecting Positive (+) Lead From Voltmeter To Terminal 6
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  3. Turn the defogger switch ON and check that the indicator lights up and that the voltage is less than 1 V.
  4. After 15 minutes, check that the switch is OFF and the voltage is approx. 12 V.

If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.

Fig 2: Identifying Indicator Lights
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