DTC 17: Operation Signal To Rear Window Defroster Indicator Light

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Wait for 2 seconds after selecting DTC 17. If rear window defroster light turns on and off 3 times, rear window defroster light is okay. If rear window defroster light does not turn on and off 3 times, check rear window defroster light bulb in instrument cluster. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If bulb is okay, replace instrument cluster.