Wiper/Washer Switch Test

Remove instrument panel lower cover and steering column covers. Disconnect both 8-pin connectors from wiper/washer switch. Remove 2 screws, then remove switch. Check continuity or resistance between specified terminals with switch in indicated positions. See FRONT WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST or REAR WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST tables. See Fig 1 . If continuity or resistance is not as specified, replace wiper/washer switch.

FRONT WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position

Continuity Between Terminals

OFF

A3 & A5

INT

A2 & A7; A3 & A5

A3 & A8

A4 & A8

MIST (On)

A4 & A8

WASHER (On)

A1 & A7

Intermittent Dwell Time ⁽¹⁾

B4 & B8

⁽¹⁾	Resistance should smoothly vary between 0-30 k/ohms.

REAR WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position	Continuity Between Terminals
OFF	No Continuity
ON	B1 & B3
WASHER (On, Wiper OFF)	B5 & B7
WASHER (On, Wiper ON)	B1 & B3; B5 & B7

Fig 1: Identifying Front & Rear Wiper/Washer Switch Terminals

Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.