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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1883 (WIPER SYSTEM & WASHER SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESWINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Circuit/System Testing
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the windshield wiper/washer switch.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 20 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal B and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit test normal, replace the BCM.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Windshield Washer Switch parameter is Inactive.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal A for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal A and ground. Verify the scan tool Windshield Washer Switch parameter is Active.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the windshield wiper/washer switch.
Washer Pump Circuit Malfunction.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the FRT/WSW relay.
- Ignition ON, verify a test lamp does not illuminate between the control circuit terminal 30 and ground.
- If the test lamp illuminates, test the control circuit for a short to voltage.
- Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 87 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, replace the underhood fuse block.
- Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 86 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, replace the underhood fuse block.
- Disconnect the harness connector at the windshield washer fluid pump.
- Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
- If greater than the specified ranges, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Connect the harness connector at the windshield washer fluid pump.
- Connect a 10A fused jumper wire between the B+ circuit terminal 87 and the control circuit terminal 30. Verify the windshield washer fluid pump is activated.
- If the windshield washer fluid pump does not activate, test the control circuit for an open/high resistance. If the FRT/WSW fuse is open, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the windshield washer fluid pump.
- Connect a test lamp between the B+ circuit terminal 86 and the control circuit terminal 85.
- Command the windshield washer fluid pump ON and OFF with the washer switch. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the FRT/WSW relay.
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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.