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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 574 (Wiper System & Washer System): Inspection

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection
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  1. INSPECT FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY 
    FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY SPECIFICATIONS

    Switch Position Tester Connection Specified Condition
    OFF 7 - 16 Continuity
    INT 7 - 16 Continuity
    LO 7 - 17 Continuity
    HI 8 - 17 Continuity
    Washer ON 2 - 11 Continuity

    If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.

    Fig 1: Identifying Front Wiper And Washer Switch Terminals
    G02852135Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSPECT FRONT WIPER INTERMITTENT OPERATION 
    1. Turn the wiper switch to INT position.
    2. Turn the intermittent time control switch to FAST position.
    3. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 16 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 2.
    4. Connect the positive (+) lead from the voltmeter to terminal 7 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 2, check that the meter needle indicates battery positive voltage.
      Fig 2: Inspecting Front Wiper Intermittent Operation
      G02852136Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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