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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONWIPER MOTOR TEST
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
Wiper Motor Test
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Wiper Motor Test
Wiper Motor Test
1. Remove the wiper arms Service and Repair.
2. Remove the cowl cover Service and Repair.
3. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the windshield wiper motor (B).
4. Test the motor by connecting battery power to terminal No. 2 and ground to terminal No. 1 of wiper motor 4P connector. The motor should run at low speed.
5. Test the motor by connecting battery power to terminal No. 4 and ground to terminal No. 1 of the wiper motor 4P connector. The motor should run at high speed.
6. Connect an analog ohmmeter to the terminals No. 3 and No. 1, and run the motor at low or high speed. The needle of the ohmmeter should pulse.
7. If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, or there is no pulse, replace the motor Service and Repair.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.