Wiper and Washer Systems: Description and Operation

WIPERS AND WASHERS

The wiper and washer system consists of the following:
- Rear window wiper blade
- Rear window wiper pivot arm
- Rear window wiper motor
- Smart junction box (SJB)
- Washer pump
- Washer reservoir
- Windshield wiper blades
- Windshield wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft
- Windshield wiper motor
- Windshield wiper pivot arms
- Windshield wiper/wash switch (part of the multi-function switch)

When the front wipers are on for greater than 3 seconds, the SJB will illuminate the headlamps.

Windshield Wiper/Wash Switch
The windshield wiper/washer switch is an integral component of the steering column multi-function switch. Refer to Turn Signal Switch.

Windshield Washer Courtesy Wipe
When the front windshield washer system is engaged, the windshield washer pump is activated and the windshield wipers wipe the windshield 2-3 times after the washer system is no longer engaged. After 2-3 wipes, the windshield wipers will wipe the windshield one more time after a 4-second delay.