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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 173 (WASHER SYSTEM & WIPER SYSTEM)WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR INSPECTION
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Windshield Wiper Motor Inspection
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Windshield Wiper Motor Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.
- Connect battery positive voltage to terminal E or D and ground to terminal B, and inspect operation of the windshield wiper motor as indicated in Fig 1.
- Disconnect battery positive voltage from terminal E of the motor while the wipers are operating.
- Verify that the wipers do not stop in the park position.
- Short between the motor terminals A and D and connect battery positive voltage to the motor terminal C.
- Verify that the wipers operate at low speed again, then stop in the park position.
- If not as specified, replace the windshield wiper motor.
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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.