Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Rear window defogger relay
Description
Power is supplied to the rear window defogger with BCM control.
Component Function Check
1. Check rear window defogger relay power supply circuit
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Check that an operation noise of rear window defogger relay (located in IPDM E/R) can be heard when turning the rear window defogger switch ON.
Is the inspection result normal? Yes >> rear window defogger relay power supply circuit is ok.
No >> refer to def-32, "diagnosis procedure".
Diagnosis Procedure
Regarding wiring diagram information, refer to def-20, "wiring diagram".
1.Check fuses
Check if any of the following fuses in the ipdm e/r are blown.
Is the inspection result normal? Yes >> go to 2
No >> replace the fuse after repairing the affected circuit.
2. Check rear window defogger relay power supply circuit
- Turn ignition switch on.
- Check voltage between IPDM E/R connector E48 terminal 62 and ground.
Is the inspection result normal? Yes >> go to 3
No >> replace ipdm e/r. Refer to pcs-30, "removal and installation" (with intelligent key system) or pcs-58, "removal and installation" (without intelligent key system).
3. Check intermittent incident
Check intermittent incident.
Refer to gi-39, "intermittent incident" is the inspection result normal? Yes >> check the following:
- Battery power supply circuit.
- Ipdm e/r.
No >> repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.
Rear window defogger switch
Description
The rear window defogger is operated by pressing the rear window
defogger switch ON.
The indicator lamp in the rear window defogger switch illuminates while
the rear window def ...
Rear window defogger power supply and ground circuit
Description
Heats the heating wire with the power supply from the rear window defogger
relay to prevent the rear window
from fogging up.
Component function check
1. Check rear window defogger
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Other materials:
Battery
How to handle battery
CAUTION:
If it becomes necessary to start the engine with a booster battery
and jumper cables, use a 12-volt
booster battery.
After connecting battery cables, ensure that they are tightly
clamped to battery terminals for good
contact.
Never add distilled wat ...
Eps branch line circuit
Diagnosis procedure
1.Check connector
Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
Check the terminals and connectors of the eps control unit for damage,
bend and loose connection (unit
side and connector side).
Is the inspection result norm ...
General maintenance
Explanation of general maintenance
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the
normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating
properly. The owners can perform
checks and inspections themselves or have thei ...
