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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 217 (WIPER SYSTEM & WASHER SYSTEM)COMPONENT TESTSWIPER/WASHER SWITCHCONTINUITY TEST
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Continuity Test
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Continuity Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect Black 18-pin electrical harness connector from wiper/washer switch at bottom of upper steering column bracket. Remove wiper/washer switch. Note wiper/washer switch positions and electrical terminals.
- Using a DVOM, check continuity between specified terminals of wiper/washer switch with wiper/washer switch in each specified position. See Fig 1. See WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY table. If continuity is not as specified, replace wiper/washer switch. See WIPER/WASHER SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY
| Switch Position | DVOM Test Points | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| OFF | 7 & 16 | Continuity |
| INT | 7 & 16 | Continuity |
| LO | 7 & 17 | Continuity |
| HI | 8 & 17 | Continuity |
| Washer On | 2 & 11 | Continuity |
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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.