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My Rear Window Defroster does not work

Old Dec 10, 2015
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My Rear Window Defroster does not work

.. but the light for it comes on to be working.

Why?
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Re: My Rear Window Defroster does not work

Why?
Because it's broke?

Do you own a volt meter or test light yet?
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Re: My Rear Window Defroster does not work

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Because it's broke?

Do you own a volt meter or test light yet?
I have both, yes.
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Re: My Rear Window Defroster does not work

What can you do with a volt meter OR test light to check your rear defogger?
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Re: My Rear Window Defroster does not work

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What can you do with a volt meter OR test light to check your rear defogger?
I have no idea.
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Re: My Rear Window Defroster does not work





Overall Power Test: The first thing you need to find out is whether your defroster grid is geting power at all. Sometimes old wiring or a blown fuse can cause a complete disconnect. To test this, you can use either the defroster test lamp or an automotive circuit tester. Disconnect both wires from the either side of the defroster grid. Touch or clip one end of your tester to each of these wires - if the light comes on, you have power. If it doesn't, you should check your fuse and replace a bad or questionable fuse if you're not sure. *Note: Be sure you have the rear defroster switch on and the key turned to the ON position when you test.





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autorepair.about.com/od/troubleshooting/ss/My-Rear-Defroster-doesnt-work.
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Re: My Rear Window Defroster does not work

Do not manhandle the connectors.
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