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For 1990-2009 cars only

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. Remove WIPERS fuse A9 and connect an ammeter (0-30 amp) across fuse terminals.
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON.
  3. Set the wiper switch to LO.
  4. Observe the lowest current draw while the wipers are running on dry glass (current draw will fluctuate).

Is the lowest current draw less than the specified value?

3.5 amps

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

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

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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4

Is lowest current draw more than the specified value?

6.5 amps

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect for an intermittent poor connection in CKTs 91, 92, 95, 143, 196, and 750.

Was a poor connection found?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 9

6

Repair the poor connection.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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7

  1. Replace the wiper blade elements. Refer to Wiper Blade Element Replacement .
  2. Repeat the current draw test.

Is the lowest current draw still more than the specified value?

6.5 amps

Go to Step 8

Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

8

Disconnect the wiper transmission from the wiper motor crank arm and repeat the current draw test.

Is the lowest current draw still more than the specified value?

6.5 amps

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

9

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

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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10

The wiper transmission assembly is binding. Repair or replace the wiper transmission as required. Refer to Windshield Wiper Transmission Replacement .

Is the repair or replacement complete?

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Go to Wiper/Washer System Check

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