Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This step tests for continuity through the 680 ohms resistor in the windshield wiper/washer switch. The connector behind the instrument panel knee bolster is suitable for performing this step.
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This step tests for continuity through the delay resistors in the windshield wiper/washer switch. The measured resistance will change in sequence from high to low as the delay speed is increased. The connector behind the instrument panel knee bolster is suitable for performing this step.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||||
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Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics | ||||||||||
1 | Did you review the Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |||||||
2 |
Does the windshield wiper/washer system operate normally? | -- | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 | ||||||
3 | Do the windshield wipers operate in the high speed mode? | -- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 | ||||||
4 |
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 8 | ||||||
5 |
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 9 | ||||||
Is the resistance at or near the specified value in all the listed switch positions? | 680 ohms | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 11 | |||||||
Does the resistance remain within the specified values from high to low as the delay speed is increased? | 30K - 450K ohms | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 11 | |||||||
8 | Test the windshield wiper motor high speed circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 11 | ||||||
9 | Test the windshield wiper switch low circuit for an open or short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 10 | ||||||
10 | Test the accessory voltage supply circuit to the windshield wiper switch for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 11 | ||||||
11 | 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 15 | Go to Step 12 | ||||||
12 | Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 15 | -- | ||||||
13 | 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 15 | Go to Step 14 | ||||||
14 | Replace the windshield wiper motor module. Refer to Wiper Motor Cover Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 15 | -- | ||||||
15 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 3 | ||||||
