Windshield Wiper Test 1A - Identifying Windshield Wiper System Problems
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Dodge Intrepid and 1998 Chrysler Concorde. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Perform SYSTEM ID TEST 1A
before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal identification, refer to CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION
. For wiring diagrams, refer to WIRING DIAGRAMS
. Perform, after each repair, VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A - BODY VERIFICATION TEST
.
CAUTION:
Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
Turn ignition on and verify operation of windshield wipers. Operate windshield wiper system in high speed mode, low speed mode, intermittent mode and wash mode (with wipers off). Using scan tool, check DTC's. See WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM DTC DIRECTORY table. If wiper system does not operate properly, perform indicated test. See WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY table.
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM DTC DIRECTORY
| Fault Message | Perform |
|---|---|
| Wiper ON/OFF Relay Control Open Or Short Circuit | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 2A |
| Wiper Park Switch Failure | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 3A |
| Wiper ON/OFF Relay Control Circuit Short High | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 4A |
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY
| Problem | Perform |
|---|---|
| Wipers Not Working At All | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 5A |
| Wipers Not Working In High Speed Mode | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 6A |
| Wipers Not Working In Low Speed Mode | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 7A |
| Wipers Not Working In Intermittent Mode | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 8A |
| Wash Function Not Operating | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 9A |
| Wipers Operate in High Speed Only | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 10A |
| Wiper Run Constantly With Ignition OFF | WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 11A |