Rear Defroster--Does it Turn Off?

My rear defroster never shuts off on its own. I have to press the button again to turn it off. Is this normal?<br><br>Even if I shut off the vehicle using the key, when I start it up again, the defroster is still on.<br><br>The manual states that it should shut off on its own, but the manual is wrong about other things.<br><br>So, which is it: Defect? Or mere annoyance?<br><br>-Dave

This seems to be the way all the Tribs and Escapes operate. I haven't checked the manual about it. <br><br>I actually like it. It means if/when I get a remote start, I can start defrosting the rear window and the windshield while finishing my morning cup of coffee.<br><br>I also used to get annoyed when I'd think the rear window was taking too long to clear, then I looked down and saw the defroster had kicked off before getting the job done.<br><br>I've used it a few times for a fogged rear window, and I never had a problem remembering to turn it off when the rear window was cleared.<br><br>James