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1

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

2

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Move the wiper switch to all positions and then to OFF.

Do the windshield wipers operate properly?

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

Go to Step 3

3

Disconnect the wiper/washer switch connector.

Do the wipers continue to operate?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 8

4

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Do the wipers continue to operate?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 9

5

Test the windshield wiper switch signal 2 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 10

Go to Step 6

6

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 10

Go to Step 7

7

Test the windshield wiper motor high speed 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 10

Go to Step 9

8

Replace the wiper/washer switch. Refer to Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.

Is the replacement complete?

Go to Step 10

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9

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

Is the replacement complete?

Go to Step 10

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10

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3