Front Wiper/Washer Switch

1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WDSECTION Front Wiper/Washer Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Villager. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Wiper/washer switch is incorporated into multifunction switch on steering column. Disconnect multifunction switch connector. Measure resistance between specified terminals. See FRONT WIPER/WASHER SWITCH TEST table. See Fig 1 . If resistance is not as specified, replace multifunction switch.

FRONT WIPER/WASHER SWITCH TEST (1)

Switch Position Terminals No. 2 & 3 Terminals No. 1 & 2
OFF 47,6000 103,300
Interval (MIN) 11,300 3300
Interval (MAX) 11,300 103,300
LO 4080 3300
HI 0 3300
WASH (2) Less Than 5
(1) All measurements are in ohms. Resistance may vary by 15 percent.
(2) Not applicable.
Fig 1: Identifying Front Wiper Switch Terminals
G95C35834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
RENDER: 1.0x

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