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Test E: Front Windshield Washer Inoperative

  1. If wiper/washer system description and operation was reviewed, go to next step. If wiper/washer system description and operation was not reviewed, see FRONT WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM  under DESCRIPTION & OPERATION.
  2. Turn ignition on, engine off. Activate windshield washer switch. If windshield washer operates correctly, check for and repair intermittent problem. If washer system does not operate correctly, go to next step.
  3. Disconnect washer pump connector. Connect test light between terminals "A" (Red wire) and "B" (Black wire) of washer pump connector. Activate washer switch. If test light illuminates, go to step  7 . If test light does not illuminate, go to next step.
  4. Check windshield washer pump ground circuit (Black wire) for high resistance or an open. If problem is found, repair as necessary and then go to step  8 . If problem is not found, go to next step.
  5. Check windshield washer pump control circuit (Red wire) for high resistance, short to ground or an open. If problem is found, repair as necessary and then go to step  8 . If problem is not found, go to next step.
  6. Replace wiper/washer switch. See appropriate STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article. After completing repairs, go to step  8 .
  7. Replace windshield washer pump. After completing repairs, go to next step.
  8. Operate system in order to verify repair. If problem has been corrected, system is okay. If problem has not been corrected, go to step  3 .
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