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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI1998ESTEEM GLX SEDAN PLUS L4-1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSREAR DEFOGGERTESTING AND INSPECTION
1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6L
Rear Defogger: Testing and Inspection
1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6LSECTION Testing and Inspection
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (If equipped)
The rear window defogger system has horizontal ceramic silver compound elements and two vertical bus bar. The system is operated by the defogger switch in the instrument panel.
WIRING DIAGRAM
Refer to "REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER".
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
INSPECTION
DEFOGGER SWITCH
Use a circuit tester to check defogger switch for continuity. If switch has no continuity between terminals, replace.
The rear window defogger system has horizontal ceramic silver compound elements and two vertical bus bar. The system is operated by the defogger switch in the instrument panel.
WIRING DIAGRAM
Refer to "REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER".
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
INSPECTION
DEFOGGER SWITCH
Use a circuit tester to check defogger switch for continuity. If switch has no continuity between terminals, replace.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.