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DTC B1281: Windshield Wiper Switch MIST Position Circuit Malfunction; DTC B1282: Windshield Wiper Switch INT (AUTO) Position Circuit Malfunction; DTC B1283: Windshield Wiper Switch LOW Position Circuit Malfunction; DTC B1284: Windshield Wiper Switch HIGH Position Circuit Malfunction

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A ).
  1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
  2. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).
  3. Turn the windshield wiper switch to MIST, and wait for 2 seconds.
  4. Turn the windshield wiper switch OFF, and wait for 2 seconds.
  5. Turn the windshield wiper switch to INT (AUTO), and wait for 2 seconds.
  6. Turn the windshield wiper switch to LOW, and wait for 2 seconds.
  7. Turn the windshield wiper switch in HIGH, and wait for 2 seconds.
  8. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    Is DTC B1281, B1282, B1283, and/or B1284 indicated? 

    YES  - Replace the wiper/washer switch.

    NO  - Intermittent failure, the wiper/washer switch and the combination switch control unit are OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.