Test No. 4: Wipers Do Not Operate When Washer Switch Is On

2004 Toyota Celica GT, StandardSECTION Test No. 4: Wipers Do Not Operate When Washer Switch Is On
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  1. Check washer motor. See WASHER MOTORΒ  under COMPONENT TESTS. If washer motor is okay, go to next step.
  2. Check wiring harness and connectors between wiper/washer switch and front wiper motor, and between wiper/washer switch and washer motor. Also check power and ground circuits. See WIPER/WASHER in SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article. After repairs have been made, perform confirmation test. See CONFIRMATION TESTΒ .
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