Rear defroster grid issue

masterboy123 · 03-04-2017 08:06PM #1

Just noticed today that upper (4 lines) rear defroster grid is not working at all & could see the difference clearly as below that area was perfectly clear.
Is it possible to fix it at home?
And any guess if it's covered under warranty?
I have attached a pic but maybe you cant see the issue clearly on the picture.

Thanks

Esel · 03-04-2017 08:16PM

There is probably a break in the grid between the working and non-working area. You can buy a type of 'liquid metal' in a motor factors to bridge the gap, but if your car is still under manufacturer's warranty they should be happy to sort it in this manner.

I think the product is somewhat expensive, but most local mechanics should have some.

bazz26 · 03-04-2017 09:20PM

Is it the original glass or is it possible that it was replaced at some stage? Check the stickers on the glass, usually the original glass will have a sticker with the manufacturer's stamp on it. Should be the same on every pain of glass unless they have been replaced at some stage.

masterboy123 · 03-04-2017 10:30PM

I see only my car dealer sticker at the bottom.
I will check again tomorrow in day light, dark at the moment and maybe i missed.

But even if it's changed glass, it should be working fine right?

Yea its under warranty so will ring dealer this week

bazz26 wrote: »

Is it the original glass or is it possible that it was replaced at some stage? Check the stickers on the glass, usually the original glass will have a sticker with the manufacturer's stamp on it. Should be the same on every pain of glass unless they have been replaced at some stage.

Rear defroster grid issue

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