Body Electrical System

Rear Window Defogger Switch

6steps
~36min
2/5difficulty
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Repair Procedures

Inspection

  1. In the body electrical system, faults can be quickly diagnosed using the Korean Diagnostic System (KDS).

    The Diagnostic System (KDS) provides the following information.

    1. Self-diagnosis: check for malfunction and diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

    2. Current Data: Check the system input/output status.

    3. Operation check: Check the operating status of the system.

    4. Special Function: Control of other functions, including parameter setting and zero point adjustment.

  2. Select "Vehicle Model" and "IBU-BCM" for inspection to check the vehicle with the tester.

  3. Select the "Current Data" menu to view the current input/output data status.

  4. To forcibly activate the input value of the module under test, select the "Activation Test" option.

Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

  2. Remove the heater and A/C control unit.

    (Refer to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - Heater and Control Unit). (Owner's Manual)")

    (Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Heater and Air Conditioner Control) Unit (DATC)")

    (Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Heater Control Unit)

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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