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.
All Models
Wiper Inoperative
Check fuse, wiring harness, wiper ground and dash connections.
Wiper Will Operate One Speed Only
Check for open wiring between terminals 2 or 3 and the dash switch. Check dash switch and if not operable, check "Low" and "High" brush leads.
Wiper Blades Will Not Return To Park
Check for open wire from terminal 5 to dash switch. If not open, dash switch or wiper park switch needs replacing.
Wiper Will Not Shut Off
Disconnect wiring from terminals 4 and 5. Replace park switch assembly if motor stops. If motor still runs, remove wires from terminals 1, 2 and 3. Connect a 12 volt lead to terminal 1 only and if motor does not run it indicates a ground in wires from wiper motor to terminal 2 or 3 at dash switch. If it runs, check for internal ground in high or low brushes.
Washer Pump Will Not Run
Turn ignition switch to "ON" position. Ensure washer solution is adequate, then push wash button and listen for relay to energize. With ignition still "ON" and wiring connected to wiper terminals, connect test lamp lead to ground and probe terminals 6 and 7.
- Light "OFF" at both terminals; check for open in circuit to the pump.
- Light "ON" at one terminal, replace coil-park switch assembly.
- Light "ON" at both terminals, but one light is dim; ground the dim light terminals. If pump runs, check for open in wire between pump and dash switch or for a defective dash switch.
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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.