Lexus NX: Windshield Deicer does not Operate
DESCRIPTION
When the windshield deicer switch is operated, the operation signal is transmitted to the radio receiver assembly. The radio receiver assembly transmits the operation signal to the air conditioning amplifier assembly via the CAN communication line.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
- Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
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If the auxiliary battery voltage becomes low, windshield deicer operation is canceled to prioritize supplying power to the power steering system.
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Troubleshoot the windshield deicer system after confirming that the navigation system (w/ Navigation System) or audio and visual system (w/ Audio and Visual System) is functioning properly.
w/ Navigation System: Click here
w/ Audio and Visual System: Click here
PROCEDURE
| 1. | PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM |
(a) Using the Techstream, perform the Active Test.
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| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deicer Relay (Front) | Windshield glass (windshield deicer wire) | OFF or ON | - |
| Tester Display |
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| Deicer Relay (Front) |
OK:
The windshield deicer system operates normally.
| NG | .gif) | GO TO STEP 4 |
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| 2. | CHECK AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY |
(a) Replace the air conditioning amplifier assembly with a new or normally functioning one.
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(b) Check that the window deicer system operates normally.
OK:
The window deicer system operates normally.
| OK | | END (AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE) |
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| 3. | CHECK MULTI-DISPLAY ASSEMBLY |
(a) Replace the multi-display assembly with a new or normally functioning one.
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(b) Check that the window deicer system operates normally.
OK:
The window deicer system operates normally.
| OK | | END (MULTI-DISPLAY ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE) |
| NG | | REPLACE RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY |
| 4. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (WINDSHIELD GLASS - BATTERY) |
| (a) Disconnect the windshield glass (windshield deicer wire) connector. |
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(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
| Tester Connection | Switch Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A5-2 (B) - Body ground | Power switch on (IG), windshield deicer switch on | 11 to 14 V |
| A5-1 (B2) - Body ground |
| NG | | GO TO STEP 6 |
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| 5. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (WINDSHIELD GLASS - BODY GROUND) |
| (a) Disconnect the windshield glass (windshield deicer wire) connector. |
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(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A5-3 (E) - Body ground | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| OK | | REPLACE WINDSHIELD GLASS (WINDSHIELD DEICER WIRE) |
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| 6. | INSPECT FRONT WIPER DEICER RELAY |
(a) Remove the front wiper deicer relay from the No. 2 engine room relay block.
(b) Inspect the front wiper deicer relay.
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| NG | | REPLACE FRONT WIPER DEICER RELAY |
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| 7. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FRONT WIPER DEICER RELAY - BATTERY) |
| (a) Remove the front wiper deicer relay from the No. 2 engine room relay block. |
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(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
| Tester Connection | Switch Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 5 - Body ground | Power switch off | 11 to 14 V |
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 1 - Body ground | Power switch on (IG) | 11 to 14 V |
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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| 8. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FRONT WIPER DEICER RELAY - AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY AND WINDSHIELD GLASS) |
(a) Disconnect the A5 windshield glass (windshield deicer wire) connector.
(b) Disconnect the I50 air conditioning amplifier assembly connector.
(c) Remove the front wiper deicer relay from the No. 2 engine room relay block.
(d) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 3 - A5-2 (B) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 3 - A5-1 (B2) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 2 - I50-39 (FDEF) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 3 or A5-2 (B) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 3 or A5-1 (B2) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Front wiper deicer relay terminal 2 or I50-39 (FDEF) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| OK | | REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY |
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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Components
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Removal
REMOVAL CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT NOTICE: When replacing the windshield glass of a vehicle equipped with a forward recognition camera, make sure to use a Lexus genuine part. If a non-Lexus genuine part
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operation
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Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST DATA LIST HINT: Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be dis
