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.
Inspection Procedure
- Check washer motor using LEXUS hand-held tester.
PREPARATION:
Connect the LEXUS hand-held tester to the DLC3.
CHECK:
Check the washer motor using ACTIVE LIST.
- OK : Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on problem symptom table (See PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE ).
- NG : Go to next step.
- Check WASH fuse.
CHECK:
Check continuity of WASH fuse.
OK:
Continuity
- NG : Replace the failure fuse.
- OK : Go to next step.
- Check voltage between terminal WASH and E of front light ECU connector.
PREPARATION:
- Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect the front light ECU connector.
CHECK:
Measure voltage between terminal WASH and E.
OK:
Voltage: 10 - 14 V
- OK : Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on problem symptoms table (See PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE ).
- NG : Go to next step.
- Check washer motor (See INSPECTION
).
- NG : Replace wiper and washer switch.
- OK : Go to next step.
- Check wire harness and connector between washer motor and front light ECU (See HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC CHART AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE
).
- NG : Repair or replace wire harness or connector.
- OK : Proceed to next circuit Inspection shown on problem symptom table (See PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE ).
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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.