Wiper/Washer Switch
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Remove and disconnect multifunction switch. See MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION . Measure resistance between specified terminals while operating multifunction switch lever to positions as specified. See Figure. See WIPER/WASHER SWITCH TESTING TABLE. If continuity is not as specified, replace multifunction switch.
WIPER/WASHER SWITCH TESTING
| Switch Position |
Between Terminals |
Ohms |
| Wiper Switch |
| Off |
No. 5 & No. 6 |
47,600 |
| Int |
No. 5 & No. 6 |
11,330 |
| Lo |
No. 5 & No. 6 |
4080 |
| Hi |
No. 5 & No. 6 |
0-4 |
| Intermittent Wipers |
No. 6 & No. 7 |
|
| Washer Switch |
| Off |
No. 6 & No. 7 |
103,300 |
| On |
No. 6 & No. 7 |
0-4 |
| Rear Wiper Switch |
| Off |
H & No. 6 |
2,900 |
| Int 1 |
H & No. 6 |
11,000 |
| Int 2 |
H & No. 6 |
330 |
| Rear Washer Switch |
H & No. 6 |
0-4 |