Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the ignition key illumination. (See IGNITION KEY ILLUMINATION BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the windshield wiper and washer switch. (See WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Verify that the continuity between the windshield wiper and washer switch. See Fig 1 .
- If not as indicated in the illustration, replace the windshield wiper and washer switch.
Fig 1: Checking Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Continuity
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Windshield Wiper Schematic & Terminal Identification
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.