Window Glass (Antenna Wire): Repair

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INSPECT WINDOW GLASS (ANTENNA WIRE)
NOTE: When cleaning the glass, use a soft, dry cloth, and wiper the glass in the direction of the wire. Take care not to damage the wires. Do not use detergents or glass cleaners with abrasive ingredients. When measuring voltage, wind a piece of tin foil around the top of the negative probe and press the foil against the wire with your finger, as shown in the illustration.

Fig 1: Inserting Tester Probe In Heat Wire
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1. Inspect the continuity, at the center of each antenna wire, as shown in the illustration.
  
  Fig 2: Inspecting Continuity At Center Of Each Antenna Wire
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REPAIR WINDOW GLASS (ANTENNA WIRE)
1. Clean the broken wire tips with a grease, wax and silicone remover.
2. Place the masking tape along both sides of the wire to be repaired.
3. Thoroughly mix the repair agent (Dupont paste No. 4817).
  
  Fig 3: Placing Masking Tape Along Both Sides Of Wire To Be Repaired
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4. Using a fine tip brush, apply a small amount to the wire.
5. After a few minutes, remove the masking tape.
6. Do not repair the defogger wire for at least 24 hours.
  
  Fig 4: Using Fine Tip Brush, Applying Small Amount To Wire
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