Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics Connector End View Reference: Wiper/Washer Connector End Views DEFINITION: The windshield wiper motor operates when the windshield wiper switch is OFF. | |||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Are the windshield wipers always ON? | Go to Step 3 | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections |
3 |
Are the windshield wipers always ON? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 6 |
4 | Test the windshield wiper switch high signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Test the windshield wiper switch signal 1 circuit for a short to battery positive voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
6 | Test the windshield wiper switch high signal circuit in the steering column harness for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Test the windshield wiper switch signal 1 circuit in the steering column harness for a short to battery positive voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 8 |
8 | Inspect for poor connections at the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 10 |
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the windshield wiper motor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement . Is the repair complete? | Go to Step 12 | -- |
11 | Replace the windshield wiper motor cover. Refer to Wiper Motor Cover Replacement . Is the repair complete? | Go to Step 12 | -- |
12 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
