1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.

3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min,
carefully remove the tape without damaging the applied area.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the rear window defroster until the paint is completely dry. It may cause other malfunctions if it is used before the paint is dry.
5. Dry the repaired part according to the following procedure.
When the room temperature is 25 °C {77 °F},
leave it as it is for 24 h.
When a hot air blower is used, dry with the 150 °C {302 °F}
air for 30 min.
Filament Inspection
Glass/Windows/MirrorsRear Seat Belt Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
The ELR (emergency locking retractor) has a spring that will unwind if the
retractor cover is removed. The spring cannot be rewound by hand. If this occurs,
the ELR will not work properly. Therefore, do not disassemble the retractor.
1. Remove the following parts:
a. T ...
Starter Interlock Switch [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Purpose, Function
The starter interlock switch mechanism prevents vehicle surge when the engine
is started, enhancing safety. The engine cannot be started unless the clutch
is depressed.
Construction
The mechanism is provided with a starter interlock switch on the circuit
...
Parking Brake Lever Inspection
Stroke Inspection
1. Pump the brake pedal a few times.
2. Pull the parking brake lever two to three times.
3. Inspect the parking brake stroke by slowly pulling at point A 50 mm {2.0
in} from the end of the parking brake lever with a force of 98 N {10 kgf,
22 lbf} and counting the number of ...