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Wiper Motor: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION

FRONT WIPER MOTOR CHECK






Check the wiper motor after disconnecting the wiring harness connector, and with the wiper motor remaining installed to the body.

Wiper Motor at Low-Speed and High-Speed Operation
Connect the battery to the wiper motor as shown in the illustration, and then check the operation of the wiper motor at low speed and at high speed.

Wiper Motor at Stop Position Operation
1. Run the wiper motor at low-speed, disconnect the battery, and stop the motor.
2. Reconnect the battery as shown in the illustration, and confirm that the motor starts turning at low-speed, and then stops at the automatic stop position.