Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Wiper/Washer Connector End Views

DEFINITION: The windshield washer pump is always ON.

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

1. Turn the windshield wiper/washer switch to the OFF position.
2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Is the windshield washer fluid pump always ON?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Are the windshield wipers always ON?

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Go to Step 14

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the windshield wiper/washer switch connector.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Is the windshield washer fluid pump always ON?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 8

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the connector 1 of the body control module (BCM).
3. Disconnect the windshield washer switch signal circuit from the BCM.
4. Reconnect the connector 1 of the BCM.
5. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Is the windshield washer fluid pump always ON?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 10

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the outside moisture sensor connector.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Is the windshield washer fluid pump always ON?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 12

Repair the windshield washer fluid pump control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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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?

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 9

Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 11

Replace the BCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 13

Replace the outside moisture sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 17

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Disconnect the windshield washer relay.

Is the windshield washer pump ON?

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Go to Step 16

Repair the windshield washer fluid pump supply circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 17

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Replace the windshield washer relay.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 17

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1. Reconnect all previous disconnected circuits or connectors.
2. Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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