andreassilver1
Focus Rear Window Heating Issue
Summary of the thread
A 2012 Ford Focus owner is experiencing a rear window heating issue, with a dashboard error indicating a malfunction. The problem might be related to a discharged battery or wiring issues. Despite the defroster light activating, the heating function fails, suggesting a potential relay or electrical fault. The recommended solution is to have the vehicle inspected at a workshop, where the issue is likely to be resolved for around 290€.
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andreassilver1 (community.author)
The error is pretty generic, just a general 'rear window heating malfunction' message. The defroster light does come on, but nothing happens. Where exactly should I be looking for the heating coil?
gerhardblaze1
Okay, defroster light but no heat... hmmm. Yeah, I had the same thing. The heating coil is embedded in the glass itself, you can't really miss it, but you can't really test it either. Honestly, save yourself the headache and just take it to a workshop. It's probably a relay or something, but chasing electrical gremlins can be a nightmare. I ended up paying around 300€ for the fix, but at least it's sorted.
andreassilver1 (community.author)
Cheers! I was hoping to avoid the workshop, but you're right, this sounds like more than I can handle. Booked it in; they reckon it's the battery, plus some wiring. Quoted me 290€. Thanks for the advice!
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gerhardblaze1
Dude, sounds familiar! I had a similar issue with my Focus. Is the error code specific? Does the rear defroster light up at all when you hit the button? And have you checked the heating coil itself for any obvious damage?