Safety Warning
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.
1983 Chevrolet Camaro Base, 5.0 H, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Wiper/Washer Systems - Liftgate: Testing
NOTE:
Connecting power source to wiper motor with improper polarity will result in wiper rotating in wrong direction.
- To operate motor without using park switch, connect battery voltage to terminal No. 3 and ground lead to terminal No. 4. See Fig 1 , View "A". To turn wiper motor off and obtain proper park position, install park switch, if previously removed, and connect terminal No. 4 to ground.
- Connect a jumper wire from terminal No. 2 of the park switch to terminal No. 3 of the motor. Connect battery voltage to terminal 1 of park switch. See Fig 1 , View "B".
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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