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: Foreword
When the customer reports a vehicle malfunction, check the malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) indication and diagnostic trouble code (DTC), then
diagnose the malfunction according to following flowchart.
- If a DTC exists, diagnose the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC
TABLE.)
- ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Purge solenoid valve inspection
Airflow Inspection
Note
Perform the following test only when directed.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the purge solenoid valve. (See PURGE SOLENOID VALVE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
If not as specifi ...