REPAIR
1. INSPECT WINDOW GLASS (ANTENNA WIRE)
NOTICE: When cleaning the glass, use a soft, dry cloth, and wipe the glass in the direction of the wire. Take care not to damage the wires. Do not use detergents or glass cleaners with abrasive ingredients. When measuring voltage, wind a piece of tin foil around the top of the negative probe and press the foil against the wire with your finger, as shown in the illustration.
(a) Inspect the continuity at the center of each antenna wire as shown in the illustration.
2. REPAIR WINDOW GLASS (ANTENNA WIRE)
(a) Clean the broken wire tips with a grease, wax and silicone remover.
(b) Place the masking tape along both sides of the wire to be repaired.
(c) Throughly mix the repair agent (Dupont paste No. 4817).
(d) Using a fine tip brush, apply a small amount to the wire.
(e) After a few minutes, remove the masking tape.
(f) Do not repair the defogger wire for at least 24 hours.
Problem symptoms table
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers
indicate the priority
of the possible cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary,
replace these parts.
Symptom
Suspected Area
Bottoming
Vehicle (Overloaded)
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