1. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
Caution
3. Connect the positive (+) lead of the voltmeter to the positive side of each filament and the negative (−) lead to ground.

4. Gradually, slide the positive (+) lead from the positive side to the negative side and measure the voltage. Verify that the voltage decreases accordingly.


Filament repair
Window glassMazda 6 Service Manual: Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
Press the windshield defroster switch. In this position, the outside air position
is automatically selected, and the air conditioner automatically turns on. The air
conditioner will directly dehumidify the air to the front windshield and side windows.
Airflow amount will be increased.
WARNING
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Battery recharging
Warning
Keep any flammable away from the battery, otherwise evaporated gas
of the battery fluid may catch fire, and cause serious injury or death.
Caution
When removing the battery, disconnect the negative battery cable
first and install it last to prevent damage to electrical compo ...