Defogger Switch Circuit

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Defogger Switch Circuit
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus GS 430, 2003 Lexus GS 300, 2002 Lexus GS 430, and 2002 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect the defogger switch in the A/C control assembly circuit. Disconnect the connector from the A/C control assembly and inspect the connector on the wire harness side. See INSPECTING DEFOGGER SWITCH CIRCUITΒ  table. See CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATIONΒ . If the circuit is not as specified, replace the switch. See DEFOGGER SWITCHΒ  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.

INSPECTING DEFOGGER SWITCH CIRCUIT

Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
B10 - Ground Constant Continuity
A1 - Ground Constant Battery Voltage
A2 - Ground Ignition Switch LOCK No Voltage
A2 - Ground Ignition Switch ACC Or ON Battery Voltage
RENDER: 1.0x

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