Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the auto defogging connector.
Verify that the auto defogging actuator operates to the open position when connecting 12V to terminal 3 and grounding terminal 4.
Verify that the auto defogging actuator operates to the close position when connected in reverse.
1. - 2. - 3. OPEN 4. CLOSE | 5. Sensor (+ 5V) 6. Feedback signal 7. Sensor ground |
Connect the auto defogging actuator connector.
Turn the ignition switch ON.
Check the voltage between terminals 6 and 7.
Specification
Door position | Voltage (V) | Error detecting |
Defog OFF (CLOSE) | 0.45±0.15 | Low voltage : 0.1V or less High voltage : 4.9V or less |
Defog ON (OPEN) | 4.55±0.15 |
It will feedback the current position of the actuator to controls.
If the measured voltage is not within specification, substitute with a known-good auto defogging actuator and check for proper operation.
Replace the auto defogging actuator if it is proved that there is a problem with it.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the cowl side trim.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad")
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A).
Disconnect the stopper (B) from the glove box (A).
Disconnect the air damper (A) from the glove box (B).
Disconnect the pins (A) and then remove the glove box (B).
After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad side garnish [RH] (A).
After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad under cover (A).
After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the glove box housing (A).
Disconnect the glove box lamp connector (A).
Disconnect the connector and then remove the auto defogging actuator (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
