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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Action

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1

Did you review the Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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2

  1. Disconnect the harness connector from the wiper motor.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to RUN.
  3. Set the wiper switch to LO.
  4. Connect a J 35616-200 from the wiper motor connector (harness side), terminal H, to ground.

Is the test light ON?

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3

Inspect for an open in CKT 477.

Is an open present?

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4

Repair the open in CKT 477.

Is the repair complete?

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5

Replace the Wiper/Washer Switch. Refer to Multifunction Turn Signal Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .

Is the replacement complete?

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6

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Remove the wiper motor cover. Refer to Wiper Motor Cover Replacement . Observe the position of the wiper motor cover terminal T2.
  3. Connect a jumper from the wiper motor housing to ground.
  4. Connect a fused jumper (10 amp) from battery voltage to the wiper motor terminal that connects to the wiper motor cover terminal T2.

Did the wiper motor operate?

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7

Replace the wiper motor. Refer to Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement .

Is the replacement complete?

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8

Replace the wiper motor cover. Refer to Wiper Motor Cover Replacement .

Is the replacement complete?

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9

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

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