Washers Always On
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the WSW fuse from the underhood fuse block. The washer pump should turn OFF.
- If the washer pump does not turn OFF, test the washer pump control circuit for a short to voltage.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Windshield Washer Switch parameter is Inactive.
- If not Inactive, test the following:
- Perform the multifunction switch component test.
- Test the windshield washer switch signal circuit for a short to ground. If the washer switch and circuit test normal, test or replace the BCM.
- If not Inactive, test the following:
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the underhood fuse block.
- Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp does not illuminate between the windshield washer relay control circuit terminal 13 and battery voltage.
- If the test lamp illuminates, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the BCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the underhood fuse block.