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Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Wiper/Washer Connector End Views

DEFINITION: The windshield washer pump is always ON.

1

Did you perform the Wiper/Washer Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Wiper/Washer

2

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

Is the windshield washer pump always ON?

Go to Step 3

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

3

Are the windshield washer wipers always ON?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

  1. Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.
  2. Connect a test lamp from the windshield wiper switch signal 1 circuit terminal to ground.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 11

5

Test the windshield wiper switch signal 1 circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 10

6

Disconnect the windshield washer relay.

Is the windshield washer pump ON?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

7

Connect a test lamp from battery positive voltage to the windshield washer relay control circuit terminal in the underhood fuse block.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 12

8

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

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 13

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9

Test the windshield washer relay control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 11

10

Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 13

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11

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

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 13

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12

Replace the windshield washer relay.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 13

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13

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3