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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 518 (WIPER SYSTEM AND WASHER SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESWINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C
Circuit/System Verification
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Circuit/System Verification
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- Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Windshield Washer Switch parameter while pressing and releasing the washer switch. The reading should change between Active and Inactive.
- If the reading does not change between the specified values, refer to the Windshield Washer Switch Circuit Test.
- Connect a test lamp between the relay side of the FRT WASH fuse and ground.
- Ignition ON, verify that the test lamp turns ON and OFF while pressing and releasing the windshield washer switch.
- If the test lamp does not turn ON and OFF while changing between the commanded states, refer to the Windshield Washer Pump Relay Control Circuit Test.
- If the washer pump does not operate, refer to the Windshield Washer Pump Circuit Test.
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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.