Washers Always On
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Washers Always On
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer System Schematics Connector End View Reference: Wiper/Washer System Connector End Views |
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| 1 | Did you review the Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Wiper/Washer Systems |
| 2 | Turn the ignition ON. Are the windshield washers OFF? |
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Disconnect the windshield wiper/washer switch connector. Do the windshield washers stop? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Repair the windshield washer pump control circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 6 | - |
| 5 | Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Wipers/Washer Switch Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 6 | - |
| 6 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |