GENERAL
The thin heater wires of the windshield deicer system are attached to the inside of the windshield glass and deice the windshield surface quickly. The indicator light illuminates while the system is operating. The system automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes.

FUNCTION OF MAIN COMPONENT

MAIN COMPONENT FUNCTION CHART

Component

Outline

Deicer switch

Located on the display and navigation module display⁽¹⁾ or multi-display⁽²⁾, it detects deicer switch operation and transmits signals to the air conditioning amplifier through the CAN communication line

Deicer relay

Receives windshield deicer activation request signals from the air conditioning amplifier and supplies power to the windshield deicer

Windshield deicer

Receives power from the deicer relay and heats the windshield deicer wire

⁽¹⁾	w/ Navigation System

⁽²⁾	w/o Navigation System

DESCRIPTION

FRONT WINDOW SURFACE FUNCTION CHART

Function	Outline
Deice front window surface	The deicer relay receives windshield deicer activation request signals from the air conditioning amplifier and supplies power to the windshield deicer Receives power from the deicer relay and heats the windshield deicer wire

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

System Description

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic