Rear Wiper/Washer System - Wagon Only
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The rear wiper and washer system includes the following major components:
- Front Control Module - The Front Control Module (FCM) is integral to the Integrated Power Module (IPM). The FCM/IPM is located on the side of engine compartment. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/POWER DISTRIBUTION - DESCRIPTION) .
- Instrument Panel Switch Pod - The rear wiper/washer switch is part of the instrument panel switch pod. The pod contains the rear wipe/wash switch, the hazard switch, the passenger airbag disabled (PAD) indicator, and the electronic stability program (ESP) off switch. The instrument panel switch pod is located in the instrument panel center bezel, just above the radio and in between the A/C outlets.
- Instrument Cluster - The ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) is also known as the Cab Compartment Node (CCN). The EMIC/CCN is located in the instrument panel above the steering column opening, directly in front of the driver. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DESCRIPTION) .
- Rear Washer Nozzle - A rear washer nozzle is secured to a mounting hole in the liftgate panel.
- Rear Washer Plumbing - The plumbing for the washer system consists of nylon hoses and molded plastic fittings. The rear washer hose is routed through the dash panel from the engine compartment into the passenger compartment, along the right side body harness, then up the c-pillar and into the liftgate.
- Rear Wiper Arm - The single rear wiper arm is secured by a nut directly to the rear wiper motor output shaft, which extends through the center of the liftgate outer panel near the base of the liftgate glass.
- Rear Wiper Blade - The single rear wiper blade is secured to the rear wiper arm with an integral latch, and is parked near the bottom of the liftgate glass when the rear wiper system is not in operation.
- Rear Wiper Motor - The rear wiper motor output shaft is the only visible component of the rear wiper motor. The remainder of the motor is concealed within the liftgate beneath the liftgate. The rear wiper motor includes the motor bracket, the rear wiper motor, and the rear wiper motor park switch.
- Rear Wiper Relay - The rear wiper relay is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment near the battery.
- Washer Reservoir - The rear washer system shares a single reservoir and reversible pump with the front washer system, but has its own dedicated plumbing.