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Check Washer Fluid Message Inoperative

  1. Check operation of wiper/washer system. If wiper/washer system operates properly, go to next step. If wiper/washer system does not operate properly, go to WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM - BONNEVILLE, DEVILLE & LESABRE article.
  2. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). See Figure . Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, select Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) data list. Monitor WASHER FLUID LEVEL status. If WASHER FLUID LEVEL status is OK, go to next step. If WASHER FLUID LEVEL status is not OK, check for intermittent connections or faulty circuit for washer fluid level switch.
  3. Turn ignition off. Disconnect windshield washer fluid level switch located on top of washer fluid reservoir. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper between washer fluid level switch connector terminals. Turn ignition on. Monitor WASHER FLUID LEVEL status. If WASHER FLUID LEVEL status is OK, go to step  6 . If WASHER FLUID LEVEL status is not OK, go to step  8 .
  4. Check for open or high resistance in Black wire between washer fluid level switch and ground. If circuit is okay, go to step  7 . If faulty circuit is found and repaired, go to step  10 .
  5. Check for open or high resistance in Black/White wire between washer fluid level switch and IPC connector C2 terminal B5. See Figure . If circuit is okay, go to step  7 . If faulty circuit is found and repaired, go to step  10 .
  6. Check for poor connections at IPC connector. If connections are okay, go to step  8 . If faulty connections are found and repaired, go to step  10 .
  7. Check for poor connections at washer fluid level switch connector. If connections are okay, go to step  9 . If faulty connections are found and repaired, go to step  10 .
  8. Replace IPC. See INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to step  10 .
  9. Washer fluid level switch is not serviceable, replace washer fluid reservoir. After repairs, go to next step.
  10. After repairs, recheck operation of CHECK WASHER FLUID message. If message operates properly, repair is complete. If message does not operate properly, go to step  2 .
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