Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Wiper/Washer Connector End Views

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

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Wiper/Washer Systems

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

Are the windshield wipers always on?

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

1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Disconnect the steering column inline harness connector.
3. Remove the connector terminal row E from the steering column harness connector half.
4. Connect the steering column inline harness connector.
5. Turn the ignition ON.

Are the windshield wipers always on?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 7

1. Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.
2. Test the windshield wiper switch pulse delay signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 5

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 6

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

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 9

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

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 9

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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