Pinpoint Test F: The Windshield Wipers Do Not Park At The Correct Position

Wipers and Washers

Pinpoint Test F: The Windshield Wipers Do Not Park At The Correct Position

Normal Operation

When the wiper/washer switch is placed in the OFF position, the motor continues to operate until the motor returns to the PARK position and the internal Hall-effect sensor senses the motor magnet. The output to the integral run/park relay deactivates the relay and disconnects the voltage to the motor.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft

- Wiper motor

PINPOINT TEST F : THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DO NOT PARK AT THE CORRECT POSITION

F1 CHECK THE WIPER MOUNTING ARE AND PIVOT SHAFT FOR DAMAGE

- Ignition OFF.

- Inspect the wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft for damage.

Is the wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft OK?

Yes
GO to F2.

No
INSTALL a wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft. REFER to Wiper Mounting Arm and Pivot Shaft .

F2 CHECK THE WINDSHIELD WIPER PARK RELAY OPERATION

- Ignition ON.

- Place the wiper/washer switch to the low speed setting. When the wiper blades are in the middle of a wipe, place the wiper/washer switch off.

Do the windshield wipers immediately stop when the wiper/washer switch is turned off?

Yes
INSTALL a new windshield wiper motor. REFER to Wiper Motor - Windshield .

No
ADJUST the pivot arms. REFER to Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment - Windshield .