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Test G

PINPOINT TEST G: THE HEATED EXTERIOR MIRROR DOES NOT DEFROST - RIGHT HEATED EXTERIOR MIRROR INOPERATIVE


Test G1-G2:






Normal Operation
Under normal operation when the rear window defrost is ON the exterior mirror receives power from the heated grid relay through circuit 59 (DG/VT) and ground through circuit 1205 (BK).

Possible Causes
- Open in circuits 1205 (BK) or 59 (DG/VT).
- Damaged exterior mirror glass.