This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades.
On/off
The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes. Pressing the switch again also turns the de-icer off.

Operating conditions
The engine switch is in the “on� position.
The engine switch is in ignition on mode.
Caution
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars, as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggersEcu malfunction
Description
Inspection procedure
If the power steering ecu detects these dtcs, it will shut off the motor
relay circuit (built into the power
steering ecu) and stop power assist. However, power assist continues if dtc
c1533 is output.
Reconfirm dtc
Check for dtc.
Ok:
dtc i ...
Removal
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the
srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal
Cauti ...
Front axle hub bolt
Components
Replacement
Hint
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are the lh side.
Remove front wheel
Remove front disc brake cylinder
assembly lh (see page br-40)
Remove front disc (see page br-42)
Remove front axle hub bolt
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