Standard Wiper Switch Test

1984 Plymouth Horizon Base, 1.6 ASECTION Standard Wiper Switch Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim, 1994 Dodge Spirit, and 1994 Chrysler LeBaron. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Disconnect the wiper switch wires from the body wiring harness in the steering column. Using an ohmmeter, test for continuity between the specified switch terminals. See Figure . Also, refer to 2-SPEED STANDARD WIPER SWITCH CONTINUITYΒ  .

2-SPEED STANDARD WIPER SWITCH CONTINUITY

Switch Position Continuity Between Terminals
OFF 1 (WHT/BLK) & 2 (VIO)
LOW 1 (WHT/BLK) & 4 (DK BLU)
HIGH 4 (DK BLU) & 5 (RED/YEL)
WASH 3 (BRN) & 4 (DK BLU)
RENDER: 1.0x

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