Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics DEFINITION: One or more of the low, mist, washer wipers, or delay modes are inoperative. | ||||
1 | Did you review the Wiper/Washer System Circuit Description and perform the necessary inspections? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Does the windshield wiper/washer system operate normal? | -- | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
3 |
Does the resistance decrease from positions 1- 5 within the specified values? | 450K ohms-25K ohms | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 |
4 | With the DMM connected as in the previous step turn the windshield wiper/washer switch to the low speed position. Is the resistance near the specified value? | 680 ohms | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
5 | Test and repair the windshield wiper switch low/delay signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs or Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Test and repair the windshield wiper switch low/delay signal 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 9 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column-Tilt or Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column-Standard. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- |
8 | Replace the windshield wiper motor module. Refer to Windshield Wiper System Module Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- |
9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
