Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Circuit Test

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Circuit Test
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S82 windshield wiper/washer switch.
  2. With RAP OFF, MDI disconnected, wait one minute, test for less than 5 Ξ© between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  3. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the signal circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  4. Test for B+ between the signal circuit terminal 3 and ground.
    • If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  5. Test for 10 V between the signal circuit terminal 5 and ground.
    • If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
    • If greater than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  6. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the S82 windshield wiper/washer switch.
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