GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
    • The optional defogger consists of a heating element bonded to the inside surface of the rear glass.
    • The defogger uses an instrument panel mounted switch with an integral indicator lamp.
        The integral indicator lamp allows the defogger to run for 5 to 10 minutes before being turned OFF by an automatic timer.
        The system can be turned OFF at any time during the timer function.
    • In order to turn the defogger OFF, press the defogger switch or turn the ignition OFF.
    • When the defogger is ON, an indicator light is illuminated.
    • A 12 volt current flows through the relay and out to the resistive heating elements on the rear window, allowing the defogger to operate.
    • The current enters the grid from the left side of the window and leaves the grid heater from the right side of the window.
    • The ground circuit is on the right side of the cab.
    • The length of time required to remove interior fog varies under the following conditions:
       - Vehicle speed
       - Outside glass temperature
       - Atmospheric pressure
       - Number of passengers
    • The rear window harness plugs into a connector at the fuse panel and leads to the instrument panel mounted switch.
        The harness then continues from the switch routed along the left rocker panel area to the rear of the cab. At this point, the switch is routed up to where the harness meets the grid connector at the back glass.