Washer Motor Inspection

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Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the set plate. (See SET PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the washer motor connector from the washer motor.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Washer Motor Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the windshield washer hose from the washer motor.
WARNING:
- Water sprayed on the battery and ground could cause electrocution. When performing the washer motor inspection, prepare a container to collect washer fluid and be careful not to spray washer fluid.
After connecting washer motor terminal A to the positive battery terminal, and terminal B to ground, verify that washer fluid sprays from the front side of the washer motor.

Fig 2: Checking Washer Fluid Sprays Of Washer Motor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 3: Washer Motor Circuit Diagram
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)