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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 E, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTWIPER/WASHER SYSTEMSWIPER SYSTEM & WASHER SYSTEM
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WD
Wiper System & Washer System
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WDSECTION Wiper System & Washer System
- Description & Operation
- Adjustments
- Component Tests
- System Tests
- Diagnostic Testing
- Notes
- Test A: Wipers Inoperative
- Test B: Wipers Stay On Continuously
- Test C: Wipers Operate At Interval Setting But Inoperative At High & Low Speed
- Test D: Wipers Inoperative At Interval Setting But Operate At High & Low Speed
- Test E: Washer Pump & Wipers Do Not Function Properly
- Test F: Speed Dependent Interval Mode Inoperative
- Test G: Wipers Operate At High Speed Only
- Test H: Rear Wiper Stays On Continuously
- Test J: Rear Washer Pump & Wiper Do Not Function Properly
- Test K: Rear Wiper Inoperative
- Test L: Rear Wiper Does Not Function Properly
- Test M: Wipers Inoperative
- Test N: Wipers Stay On Continuously
- Test P: Wipers Operate At Interval Setting But Inoperative At High & Low Speed
- Test Q: Wipers Inoperative At Interval Setting But Operate At High & Low Speed
- Test R: Washer Pump Does Not Function Properly
- Removal & Installation
- Wiring Diagrams
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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.