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Windshield Washer Switch: Service and Repair

Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the steering column trim covers.





3. Remove the steering column wiring harness tie straps (1 and 2).





4. Disconnect the steering column control module electrical connectors (2).





5. Open the lower steering column wire harness shield (1) and remove the steering column wire harness (2).
Note the direction of the steering column wiring harness is routed in the lower steering column wiring harness shield for reinstallation.





6. Disconnect the windshield and washer switch electrical connectors (1 and 3).





7. Depress the locking tab (1) on the windshield wiper and washer switch (2) and remove the windshield wiper washer switch from the steeling column.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the windshield wiper and washer switch (2) to the steering column.





2. Connect the windshield wiper and washer switch electrical connectors (1 and 3).





3. Install the steering column wire harness (2) to the lower steering column wire harness shield (1).





4. Route and connect the electrical connector (1) from the windshield wiper and washer switch.
5. Install the steering column wiring harness tie straps (1 and 2).
6. Install the steering column trim covers.
7. Enable the SIR system.