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Symptoms - Wiper/Washer Systems




Symptoms - Wiper/Washer Systems

Note: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables:

1. Perform Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle , in order to verify that all of the following conditions are true:

* No DTCs are set.
* The control modules can communicate via the serial data link.

2. Refer to the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions:

* Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation Wiper/Washer System
* Rear Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation Rear Wiper/Washer System

Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the Windshield Wiper/Washer System. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories Checking Aftermarket Accessories.
* Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
* Inspect the washer fluid reservoir for the proper fluid level.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

* Low Washer Fluid Indicator Malfunction Low Washer Fluid Indicator Malfunction
* Rear Wiper System Malfunction Rear Wiper System Malfunction
* Rear Wiper Washer System Malfunction Rear Wiper Washer System Malfunction
* Windshield Wiper Washer System Malfunction Windshield Wiper Washer System Malfunction
* Windshield Wiper System Malfunction Windshield Wiper System Malfunction