HOW TO Fix Rear Window Defroster! DIY for under $8

HOW TO | fix Rear Window Defroster yourself instead of replacing your entire rear glass! I did this on my Chevrolet Tahoe and
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[@Jsean]

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[@anthonyromano2334]

Im curious how you feel about it a year later? Did it last? Does the rear window defrost work up to par or noticeably not as good as stock?

[@Jsean]

Everything is good and still attached. Just make sure you follow the instructions and you will be okay. Much cheaper than purchasing a whole new piece of glass. Good luck!

[@jameskumler5526]

Not all heros wear capes... followed your instructions to the T and worked.. mine stuck way under a min as well. Thank you sir

[@Jsean]

No problem! Nice, glad it was helpful and worked out!! 💪

[@Ajohnson4359]

I don't normally sit to watch a whole video on how to once I get the gist of it ya pointers actually made mine work

[@Jsean]

Glad it worked out for you!

[@victoriabianchi3149]

very clear explanation, thank you for taking the time to explain the installation process

[@Jsean]

Victoria Bianchi no problem, glad it was helpful!

[@jamessmith5256]

Really appreciate the video. Very down to earth explanation, and gave me confidence to make this fix.

[@s2kto2K]

Thanks for the advice man. I accidentally broke off the tab for the defrost section of my front windshield where the autopilot camera is on my Tesla while trying to install a dash cam. Reattached and worked like a charm. Thanks again man.

[@noeladams5465]

Good looking out! I like your method of patience, and wanting it to work the first time. The other few videos I watched had me second guessing myself with using this kit. You just restored my confidence with fixing my Taurus defrost. Thanks again!

[@Jsean]

No problem, glad it was helpful! Yea I was nervous at first too. We all just need to take our time. I hate directions so hopefully this was easy to follow. Good luck!

[@noeladams5465]

Thank you! I think it will be best to remove my old window tint first by steaming it. Then do the repair. I'd hate to fix it, and something go wrong. I already have my new tint for the car, just need to remove the old stuff.

[@Jsean]

Sounds like a plan. Just remember to be careful and not to damage the defroster line. I made that mistake before and cut it with a razor blade trying to get the sticky residue from the tint removal off and ruined it!

[@noeladams5465]

I watched a video earlier of a guy doing the hatch of his Corvette, but using a steamer for clothes and being really patient with it. He got 95% of the adhesive off with the film. The other stickiness he went over with acetone to get up. Like you said though, being careful not to mess up the defrost lines. Lol, between you and his video, I learned a great deal today. Thanks again! I subscribed to your channel to check out your other material.

[@cam68644]

Hey @Jsean thank you so much they wanted to charge me 125.00 to fix it , I follow your steps and it work like a charm , I truly appreciate you taking the time to make this video.

[@Jsean]

No problem and I appreciate the kind words. I’m glad it was helpful and saved you a bit of money too! 💪

[@MICHEAL_SCOTTT]

Thanks for your video I just did mine on my Honda Accord. It worked great appreciate the step-by-step process You explained it helped a lot.

[@davidsnodgrass3493]

I don't understand the thumbs down s on this video. I thought it was great. I would have never thought to look for the kit without you. You are a saver. I hope the haters never get their's fixed. I guess they wanted you to do it for them.

[@Jsean]

Me either, they are breaking my heart lol just kidding man I don’t get it either some people just love to hate I guess. Hey let’s focus on the good though. I appreciate your comment and I’m glad it was helpful!!! 💪

[@icecardinal]

Love the knead/need joke.Thanks for the no BS video

[@Jsean]

Dan Braun LoL no problem. Glad it was helpful!

[@omarjulio7167]

Right on brother ✊🏾 after 5 year decided to work on mine ! It’s works ✊🏾

[@Jsean]

Nice! Glad you got yours back up and working 💪 definitely beats buying a whole new piece of glass!

[@EricJones1969]

I was searching for the same problem. So thank you! A lot of explanation and the same product I am going to buy.

[@Jsean]

No problem. Good luck with everything! 💪

[@seansethi196]

Really well explained and I appreciate the details about the variables. Seems to have stuck on the first try.

[@vincentrodriguez4395]

Thanks it worked ! Better than other videos!👍🏻

[@CDcranstonRI]

Thank so much for your great details video

[@Pinballpete007]

Thanks so much. Your advice was much appreciated !!!

[@Jsean]

No problem, good luck! 👍

[@robbieeades1956]

Good video brother. I appreciate you giving your best advice. I’m like you are I want it to be done the best it can be. Thank you.

[@Jsean]

No problem! Exactly. I hope everything works out for you!

[@nebraskamike607]

Thanks for sharing! You do a great job of explaining things!

[@Jsean]

No problem. I’m glad it was helpful and thanks for the kind words!

[@christiansouder9977]

I tried it 6 months ago to my wife's SUV... it didn't work, but I'm down to try it again after watching your vid. Thanks for the confidence boost brother.

[@Jsean]

No problem, hope you get it working for you this time!! Good luck with everything 👍 💪

[@haditwithwork]

Extremely helpful. Much appreciated. Thank you!

[@victhorrez431]

THANKS!!! I followed your excellentinstructions and it went great. Defroster work like a charm. Thank you very much.

[@Jsean]

No problem! Glad it was helpful and it all worked out! Happy holidays! 💪

[@maylopez6426]

thank you, never knew that, helps a lot. You did a great job explaining it.

[@Jsean]

No problem, glad it was helpful! Good luck 💪

[@demoking1422]

I like your style buddy , the rambling all made sense because you were just making sure we understand what needs to be done and why . Good job Thanks !

[@Jsean]

Thank you I appreciate that! Hope it was helpful! 💪

[@stanpen4127]

GREAT VIDEO . EXPLAINED IT PERFACT! I bought what you showed so im gonna follow your steps.. ill get back to your video and tell how it went.. thanks again

[@Jsean]

No problem, and thanks for the comment! Glad it was enough to get you to go for it. Let us know how it goes. Just be very very gentle when sanding. Like literally barely touch it with hardly no pressure because it is very thin.Good luck! 💪

[@adamanderson211]

Great explanation of what to do.

[@Meegz29]

Well put man, I hate the videos where people just ramble on about stuff that has nothing to do with the point of the video. Going to use the same stuff on my Mustang GT today only I paid about $13.- $14. for mine at a local auto parts store.

[@Jsean]

Thanks for the comment and good luck! I tried to find it locally but had no luck. You do save a little via amazon but I mainly did it because I couldn’t find it anywhere. Good luck!

[@annannmare157]

Actually ur the best explain it, now just gotta try!

[@Jsean]

Thanks, I’m glad it was helpful! Just reference the video when you do it. Good luck 👍 😃 💪

[@barthalamue2847]

Thank you , very informative ..... respect

[@Jsean]

No problem, glad it was helpful!

[@oldskoolzz6462]

Thanks for the video brother it works n like you said take that extra mins. Really appreciated. Good explanation and will subscribe 👍

[@Jsean]

No problem, thanks for the support! 💪

[@RG-wy1ol]

Thanks for making this video now I think I can do this myself.

[@Jsean]

No problem, good luck with everything! 💪

[@nathanstines]

Appreciate the video! It worked!

[@Jsean]

Nice, no problem! Glad it was helpful! 💪

[@nightmindr]

Solid work, bud. I'd like to have seen the application of everything a little more. But, you explain things very well. tyvm

[@Jsean]

Appreciate that! Thanks for the feedback. 💪

[@infadelakainf]

Appreciate this. Just got an Escalade with this issue. Way better than going to Cadillac

[@Jsean]

No problem. Hope you get it all back to working! Definitely better than then hitting up the dealership or worse changing out the entire glass. 💪

[@DavidRamirez-ck2ph]

Well explained, thank you!

[@Jsean]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful. Good luck with everything! 💪

[@DavidRamirez-ck2ph]

It worked, I left in the shop for the weekend and it fully cured. @@Jsean

[@JAYSEN6.7]

Thanks for making this vid bro really helped

[@Jsean]

No problem, Glad it was helpful! 💪

[@bobengelman1937]

WELL Done. Not at all rambling, thought the explanation was perfect and very informative. THANKS !

[@Jsean]

No problem! I appreciate the kind words. Glad it was helpful! 💪

[@tripstouch1]

Ty it works great 💯💯💯

[@Jsean]

DJ TRIP Hennesy glad it was helpful!

[@TheWolfster001]

Thank you for sharing, I was about to try something else, I found some at my local Auto Parts, (not naming them) I git it, to many people want to rush everything.. I did like you did, I wiped it several times with the activator I waited 10 minutes (Nature called) kneaded it a couple minutes, I wore gloves gust to be safe and it stuck within 15 seconds.. Sad part I had to replace the other side a few days latter, cause it got knocked off by by grandson.. All working good though..

[@Jsean]

No problem! Nice 👍 well doing one side prepared you for the one your grandson knocked off lol. At least you know how to do it now. Glad it all worked out! 💪

[@Kevin-kr6xn]

I give you a thumbs up!

[@pattybraithwaite2589]

Great info! Thanks!

[@Jsean]

No problem, glad it was helpful!

[@pattybraithwaite2589]

It was! You solved the problem. Thanks, and Merry Christmas! @@Jsean

[@Jsean]

@@pattybraithwaite2589 your welcome, and same to you! 💪

[@pattybraithwaite2589]

Thank you!@@Jsean

[@alanhannaby5189]

Thanks for the advice. After watching this I re-attached the tab to my wifes car. It worked perfectly. Thank you Update - the tab fell off so to be honest it's not worth the hassle. Sorry

[@Jsean]

No problem, Glad it worked!

[@patrickhall6831]

Same mind did too just going to buy a soldering iron and some wire to put that bitch on

[@aleeking1]

Thanks!!!!

[@Jsean]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@RodneyCameron14]

I try it and follow what he said and it’s work

[@Jsean]

Nice, glad it worked out! 💪

[@gnem6245]

Wow never knew what those lines were 😯

[@clarasmith5654]

Thank you Jsean I followed your method and it worked. Went thru 3 winters without a working defrost. Big thumbs up!

[@Jsean]

No problem glad it was helpful! 3 winters! Wow, well your prepared for the 4th. 💪

[@paulepling]

nice video and product link!!

[@Jsean]

Thank you I appreciate that. I hope it was helpful! 💪

[@rdmman9962]

Thanks bro.

[@Jsean]

No problem! Hope it was helpful. Good luck with everything 💪

[@philipfritz8801]

Good video

[@Jsean]

Thanks, hope it was helpful! 💪

[@jamesmalak2087]

Any tips for the bottom latch? My latch at the bottom of the rear window fell off. I've tried E6000, liquid super glue, defroster adhesive. 06 navigator and i can't drive it due to rear window isn't secure to vehicle.

[@AdamCK2004]

Though id have rather seen you use the kit good info is good info.

[@Jsean]

Thanks for stopping by. I hope it was still helpful! Good luck 👍

[@b1gjoekrash]

Good looking out dude. Instructions too small on the package. I just did what you said and it worked out.

[@AlejandroMorales-zb6ye]

Nice tutorial, I need to fix my wife’s Tahoe rear defroster. I guess the key question is “at this point, April 20, do these pieces still glued together? I’m having doubts of ordering this kit if it will only works for a couple of weeks. Thank You!

[@Jsean]

Thanks, and no problem. Yes mine is still holding strong! Hope that helps and good luck 👍

[@brexxebender1204]

Cool thx. You can also resolder it back on to. I have this kit so I will try it because it was 24 bucks lol... So... we shall see.

[@Jsean]

Thanks for the info. Good luck! $24 seems high. Is it the same one as I have in the video? If you found it local it may have been more expensive. 🤷‍♂️

[@brexxebender1204]

@@Jsean Lol.. yeah Ford dealer.. haha. Well..I tried it and i may have did it wrong. The problem was it didn't stick and my mustang window is slanted... So.. I ended up getting the stuff thats 40 bucks and its a thicker paste. I was able to stick it and leave it to dry. Excellent!! Works great. I also have more left in each tube for the future if needed. Thx bro

[@Jsean]

No problem, glad it ended up working out for you! Well at least you have left over so I guess that makes up for the price. Funny thing is out of all the vehicles I’ve never needed to do this until this video. Happy holidays and stay safe 💪

[@ryandorn7831]

Straight Up!

[@Jsean]

Hope it was helpful! 💪

[@striela1]

Thanks for the video! I recently bought the kit, still haven't used it. Just a question: I saw at 03:10 you put activator on the tab, but in the instructions it says: "do not use activator towelette on the tab". What's the right thing to do? Greetings from Italy!

[@tivolutionist]

I was just reading that part of the instructions too. An video I found that's about a year older than this one shows the repairer wearing nitrile gloves, which isn't mentioned anywhere, but I appreciate, as I always forget until I'm 'in the thick'. Anyway, that vid (not linking because unsure of youtube etiquette in these cases) shows the activator only being applied to the glass/grid only, and the adhesive being put on the tab only. I'm hoping I only have a crack in the grid to repair, so I don't have to struggle with this conundrum. If not, I will probably stick with mfr instructions as they look to be the easier from which to recover in case of failure.

[@striela1]

@@tivolutionist I used the kit few days ago, putting the activator on both the tab and the metallic foil on the glass, and it worked well

[@tivolutionist]

@@striela1 thanks! Moot point for me, it turns out. In a 2012 Volt, the tabs are hidden behind the metal "arms?" Of the hatch, necessitating window removal to get to them. As much as I love this car, I have trouble envisioning myself ever willing owning another GM product.

[@onenationundergod8]

Thanks, brother. Mine popped off when it apparently was hit off while taking the rear deck off my passat when I was changing out a seatbelt. I wish someone would make a video for the middle.rear break that I also apparently broke somehow, and we all know electrical work is not cheap! Question. Did you disconnect the battery first, or is it safe to do this repair with just the car off?

[@Jsean]

No problem! Ah man that sucks. One day I just looked and mine was just dangling out of nowhere smh. They say when you do anything electrical you should disconnect the battery but I didn’t. It’s just a clip and once you disconnect it’s not doing anything so I don’t think it’s necessary. Hope that helps and hope you get everything back up and working. It sure beats having to buy an entire rear glass. When you say middle rear break are you referring to your emergency brake leaver?

[@onenationundergod8]

No, actually, it's the third break light in the rear window. But yeah, doing the repair on the rear defogger tab and surface, I found that it didn't work when I turned the rear defogger on this morning but I think it's because I rubbed that green activator pad on the tabs and then read that I wasn't supposed to or get it on the glass which a little did but only on an area that would be covered up so maybe that is why it didn't work for me!

[@Jsean]

@@onenationundergod8 oh no sorry it didn’t work! Maybe that was the case? You also have to be careful not to sand to deep. The good thing is if you have another open spot you can try it again! 💪

[@jodyreynolds81]

Followed your steps and it worked perfectly even though was 2 degrees C, but you were totally right it was stuck within a minute.

[@Jsean]

Glad it was helpful and worked out for you! Happy New Years! 💪

[@jodyreynolds81]

@@Jsean thanks dude, what i liked best about your video was the fact you took the time to actually explain each step the way it worked best for you. Hope you have good new years too

[@capadon77]

Do I remove the old adhesive from my rear defogger with the sand paper? Or should I find a different clean location to mount the tab?

[@Jsean]

It’s up to you. I did mine that way because it came off pretty clean. I was able to use the same spot just make sure to not sand paper too deep! Most seem to use an entirely different spot though. Hope that helps and good luck! 👍

[@ratestathegamer7590]

@@Jseanwhat if you don't have sandpaper can I use the sponge material

[@Jsean]

In my opinion, as long as it’s abrasive you should be good. They key is it has to be a very light grade because you can easily over sand right through it. You want to be very gentle and sand extremely light. If you do sand too deep you could always try another spot but literally barely sand with little to no real pressure when you do it. Hope that helps! 💪

[@hellcat1988]

Couldn't find it? So you don't have an Oreilly's or AutoZone or some other parts store anywhere near you?

[@garypitzer8729]

Chicago Bulls fan? Hell yeah!

[@packerman1203]

Okay i bought this a month ago not knowing the actual grid was a different thing than this tab thing, i didnt even have that tab part in my kit

[@skyfly8904]

How long I til you closed the hatch after you let it dry on there

[@lebronpryor6677]

You sound like you from QueensNY. I'm from the Bronx

[@Jsean]

That’s what’s up. 💪 I’m actually in MD

[@a787fxr]

Go to the Dr. and have that bump removed. I did and believe me you will be so happy.

[@Jsean]

Are you speaking about the one next to my eyebrow? If so I actually did. Check out any of my recent videos. I’ve had it my entire life but it never used to be that big. It started off as a dot when I was young so I was concerned it could have been cancerous. It wasn’t and now it’s gone. I look back sometimes and can’t believe how much it grew 🤦‍♂️ now if your not talking about that then ooops 😂

[@markbelden6919]

I caught the knead it joke!!

[@Jsean]

Mark Belden lol, I’m glad I’m not alone with that one!

[@ariellove1111]

❤How long did it hold up ? Did it defrost after properly ?

[@Jsean]

Hello 😁 yes it held up as long as I had the vehicle. It should adhere like it was from factory. Everything worked fine. Just make sure when you sand down be very gentle only do it very lightly. Your just prepping the area not trying to sand through it. Hope that helps! 💪

[@miked8253]

how did it hold up after years l? Thanks

[@Jsean]

Hello, held up as good as new. Hope that helps! 💪

[@mujjuman]

Thanks for the video! By the way interesting accent. Where are you from? Sounds like California or Arizona

[@Jsean]

No problem, hope it was helpful in any way! Man I wish I was in California! No, unfortunately in the cold right now in MD 😢

[@mujjuman]

@@Jsean Yes it was super helpful man. Thanks for all of your tips! ooo Maryland yeah it’s cold up here in NY too

[@Jsean]

Okay cool. Appreciate it! Ah man I KNOW its cold right now in NY. It’s super breezy lately up here. All we need is some good sun to balance it out! Stay warm and safe up your way!

[@mujjuman]

@@Jsean thanks man! You too and happy holidays!

[@Jsean]

@@mujjuman same to you!

[@jdjesus68]

Mine didn’t work . It stuck to it quickly but it didn’t work

[@usmanbhatti1992]

Can i use conductive glue instead of this to fix my tab?

[@splash5974]

Ya, why not?

[@sstires]

Thanks for the tips . Who thumbs this down GTFOH .

[@Jsean]

No problem, glad it was helpful! 💪 lol, you can’t please them all right?! I just try to focus on the majority who appreciate it. At the end of the day y’all are all that matter. Take care, be safe and stay blessed! 💯

[@glen3925]

I recommend using fine steel wool instead of sandpaper.

[@user-sd7cz6uo5j]

I will try it. Russia

[@Jsean]

Good luck. I hope it works out for you! Be safe 💪

[@ronniepemberton1942]

Did you test it to see if your rear defrost worked

[@Jsean]

Yes, all was good! Just make sure not yo sand down to far. Be very gentle as it’s very easy to sand too deep. 💪

[@bones007able]

Yep.... stores don't carry this kind of stuff ... because it is not big seller...and people complain about buying from amazon ... what choice do you have?

[@frankd.4236]

Yes, so I called around several auto parts stores and found out NAPA was selling it for $8.99 which was much cheaper than eBay or Amazon, and picked one up on my way back from work. Later on, saw it online for even cheaper on some online auto parts stores.

[@johnkuhlmann4244]

Man was he rambling I'm not sure LMAO

[@Jsean]

Lol! 😂 nah it’s good just follow it step by step. 💪

[@bullwinkle7542]

I need that coiled wire with plugs on both ends dealer no longer makes it C5 Corvett where can I get one

[@Jsean]

Ah man that sucks. You try eBay? Is it a proprietary cord?

[@bullwinkle7542]

I don’t know ,dealer doesn’t have a clue C5 2001 coil wire is burnt and is frayed it is located top center rear glass and in roof panel it is replaced in you tube video corvette channel but he failed to tell us where to get it I am going to call corvette recycling in Utah

[@bullwinkle7542]

@@Jsean thanks for your help I bought it from Frost Fighter. Made in Colorado called the coil cord for rear glass defrosters all makes and check out there website for tabs and fixes even a doctor defroster videos

[@Jsean]

@@bullwinkle7542 nice 👍 glad you ended up getting what you needed! 💪

[@bullwinkle7542]

Just finished the coil defroster wire install on the C5 corvette guess what I had my glass guy come over and solder the existing plug and pin that goes in the electrical box in ceiling Adlai re solder tab on rear hatch glass all great . Note it is a antenna wire but the new one works fine a little thicker which is good

[@paulepling]

How does one knead it before you need it? I only need it if I knead it. I'm confused. hahahaha JK 🤣🤣

[@Jsean]

😂

[@kevincoffey940]

I have a wire connection

[@JorgeluisOrtizBlas]

Kool, now... Is it still attached? next time show me, Bro

[@Jsean]

Yes, it’s still attached. Good luck!

[@mikethompson2007]

8 minutes of rambling ("I'm listening to music") and 45 seconds of product demonstration... anyone else have a 1989 "Uncle Buck"movie flasback??

[@Jsean]

Sucks it wasn’t helpful in anyway to you but I do hope you find whatever you were looking for! Good luck 💪

[@ardennielsen3761]

a bigger engine in the car puts out more heat...

[@cosmicplayer1469]

Pain

[@kevinhamrick5184]

Crap doesn’t work and I followed directions to a tee.

[@Jsean]

Sucks it didn’t work for you. Not sure what happened but it did for me exactly the way I did it. Which part of it didn’t work for you? I’ve read where some said it didn’t stick but I believe I addressed that part of I remember correctly. The other part where it could fail is if you do not use a new spot to stick to. Mine still works but they don’t advise you to use the same spot. You also have to be very careful in her hard you prep that area as you can easily sand through it.

[@tarrancebellamy9795]

I need help with Benny the butcher

[@torstensmommabear]

Damn you are hella cute!

[@Jsean]

Thanks for the compliment, I appreciate that! 😊

[@Ensoniqdude]

Thumbs down just for the the intro.

[@Jsean]

Thumbs up, just for your thumbs down! 💪 hey to each is own. I hope you at least stuck around to get what you needed from it. Take care and I hope you get everything worked out whether it be from my video or somewhere else. 💪

[@Trapbnker321]

This is worthless repair video

[@Jsean]

I know right, I was thinking the same thing. 💪

[@billbeam8069]

Good video

[@Jsean]

Thank you. I hope it was helpful! 💪

[@billbeam8069]

I'm going to try your method today

[@Jsean]

@@billbeam8069 good luck, let us know how it goes! Make sure not to sand hard at all. It’s very easy to sand too much. Be super gentle, all you need is a little. 💪

[@billbeam8069]

So far, so good. It's holding. I'll try it after 24 hours

[@Jsean]

@@billbeam8069 nice 👍!