Symptoms - Wiper/Washer Systems

Symptoms - Wiper/Washer Systems

Important: Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions.


Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation Description and Operation.

Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the Windshield Wiper/Washer System. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems.
* Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
* Inspect the washer fluid reservoir for the proper fluid level.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

* Washers Always On (Standard) Washers Always On (Standard)Washers Always On (Pulse) Washers Always On (Pulse)
* Washers Inoperative (Standard) Washers Inoperative (Standard)Washers Inoperative (Pulse) Washers Inoperative (Pulse)
* Wipers Always On (Standard) Wipers Always On (Standard)Wipers Always On (Pulse) Wipers Always On (Pulse)
* Wipers Inoperative - All Modes (Standard) Wipers Inoperative - All Modes (Standard)Wipers Inoperative - All Modes (Pulse) Wipers Inoperative - All Modes (Pulse)
* Wipers Inoperative - One Mode (Standard) Wipers Inoperative - One Mode (Standard)
* Wipers Inoperative - One or More Modes (Pulse) Wipers Inoperative - One or More Modes (Pulse)
* Wipers Operate at Incorrect Speed (Pulse) Wipers Operate at Incorrect Speed (Pulse)
* Wipers Blades Do Not Park (Standard) Wipers Blades Do Not Park (Standard)