Washer Motor Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda CX-9. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

If the procedure is performed with washer fluid in the washer tank, the washer fluid may leak out.

When performing the procedure, place a container under the washer tank to collect washer fluid, and perform the procedure.

Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL .) (See FRONT BUMPER INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the connector.

Fig 1: Locating Washer Motor Connector
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Disconnect the washer hoses 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.
Apply battery voltage to washer motor terminal A, and connect terminal B to ground.

Fig 2: Applying Battery Voltage
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Verify that washer fluid sprays from the front side of the washer motor.

Fig 3: Checking Washer Motor (Front Side)
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If washer fluid does not spray from the front side of the washer motor, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Apply battery positive voltage to washer motor terminal B, and connect terminal A to ground.
Verify that washer fluid sprays from the rear side of the washer motor.

Fig 4: Checking Washer Motor (Rear Side)

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If washer fluid does not spray from the rear side of the washer motor, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)