Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch

To defog/defrost the rear window glass and

To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the switch on. The indicator light 1 will illuminate. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off.

It will automatically turn off in approximately 15 minutes.

When cleaning the inner side of the rear

When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defroster.

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