Windshield Washer Motor: Testing and Inspection

INSPECT FRONT WASHER MOTOR OPERATION
Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 2 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1, check that the motor operates.

NOTE: These tests must be performed quickly (within 20 seconds) to prevent the coil from burning out.

If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.







Connector disconnected: INSPECT FRONT WASHER MOTOR CIRCUIT
Disconnect the connector from the motor and inspect the connector on the wire harness side, as shown.
If circuit is not as specified, inspect the power source and wire harness.




INSPECT REAR WASHER MOTOR OPERATION
Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 2 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1, check that the motor operates.

NOTE: These tests must be performed quickly (within 20 seconds) to prevent the coil from burning out.

If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.







Connector disconnected: INSPECT REAR WASHER MOTOR CIRCUIT
Disconnect the connector from the motor and inspect the connector on the wire harness side, as shown.
If circuit is not as specified, inspect the power source, wire harness and wiper switch.