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.
Checking Components
Activate the tailgate washer with the wiper switch. Read off the status.
HINT: If the wiper switch status is OK the fault is not in the steering wheel module (SWM).
Was the wiper switch status OK?
- YES
FAULT NOT FOUND: Troubleshooting has been completed.
- NO
Refer to REPLACING THE COMPONENT
Activate the tailgate washer. Read off the status.
HINT: If the tailgate washer status is OK the fault is in the tailgate washer.
Was the tailgate washer status OK?
- YES
OKAY: Troubleshooting has been completed.
- NO
Refer to REPLACING THE COMPONENT
NO RELATED
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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.