Honda Accord: Rear Window Defogger - Instruments and Controls - Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's ManualHonda Accord: Rear Window Defogger

The rear window defogger will clear

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

On vehicles with automatic air

On vehicles with automatic air conditioning system

The defogger will shut itself off within about 10 to 30 minutes according to the outside temperature (over 32°F, 0°C).

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger and antenna wires on

The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Except U.S. LX

Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information.

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