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Wipers Delay Mode Inoperative w/o CE1

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Wiper/Washer System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

2

  1. Disconnect wiper/washer switch connector C202.
  2. Set the wiper switch to DELAY.
  3. Measure the resistance through the wiper/washer switch from terminal B2 to terminal B4 using a J 39200 set to the Ohms scale.
  4. Move the wiper switch through the entire delay range, one notch at a time.

Does the measurement vary within the specified range?

39 kohms-680 kohms

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the wiper/washer switch. Refer to Multifunction Turn Signal Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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4

  1. Reconnect the wiper/washer switch connector C202.
  2. Disconnect the connector from the wiper motor.
  3. Turn the ignition to ON.
  4. Set the wiper switch to HI.
  5. Measure the voltage from the wiper motor connector, terminal H, to ground using a J 39200 .

Is the measurement within the specified values?

10.5-15 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Repair the open in CKT 477.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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6

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

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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Wipers Delay Mode Inoperative w/ CE1

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Wiper/Washer System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

2

Important: Verify the windshield is clean, there are no defects in the glass in the area of the rains sensor module, and the rain sensor module adhesive tape is not clouded.

  1. Turn the ignition ON.
  2. Operate the windshield wiper/washer switch through all the delay positions while verifying wiper motor operation in every position.

Does the windshield wiper motor cycle 1 time and stop every time the delay switch is advanced?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

3

In the previous step does the windshield wiper motor operate at continuous delay intervals?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 9

4

Using a spray bottle, attempt to activate a wiper motor cycle by spraying water on the windshield in the area of the rain sensor module.

Does the windshield wiper motor clear the windshield and stop?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 8

5

  1. Disconnect the rain sensor module connector.
  2. Connect a test lamp from the harness connector terminal 8 and a good ground.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 10

6

Connect a test lamp between the rain sensor module harness connector terminals 8 and 7.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

7

Test circuits 481 and 482 for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

Go to Step 8

8

  1. Disconnect the rain sensor module connector.
  2. Turn th eignition ON.
  3. Turn the windshield wiper/washer switch to one of the delay positions.
  4. Measure the voltage at the rain sensor module harness connector terminal 6.

Is the voltage at or near the specified value?

12 V

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

9

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the windshield wiper/washer switch connector.
  3. Measure the resistance through the wiper/washer switch from connector C202 terminals B2 to B4.
  4. Operate the wiper/washer switch through all the delay positions.

Does the resistance remain within the specified values from high to low as the delay speed is increased?

38 K-690 K ohms

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 16

10

Repair the open or high resistance in circuit 443 to the rain sensor module. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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11

Repair the open or high resistance in the rain sensor module ground circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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12

Inspect for poor connections at the rain sensor module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

Go to Step 13

13

Replace the rain sensor module. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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14

Inspect for poor connections at the windshield wiper motor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

Go to Step 15

15

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

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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16

Inspect for poor connections at the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

Go to Step 17

17

Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Multifunction Turn Signal Lever Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column-Tilt.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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