Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEGLASS/WINDOW/MIRRORSREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCHINSPECTION
2002 Subaru Forester Base
Rear Window Defogger Switch: Inspection
2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Inspection
- Turn the ignition switch ON.
- Check continuity between terminals on the wire harness side with connectors connected.
- Connector & terminal: (i18) No. 6 (+) - No. 8 (-):
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH SPECIFICATIONSIGN SW Switch position Terminal No. Standard ON OFF (i18) 6 and (M8) 8 10V-14V ON ON 6 and 8 OV
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.