Switch, MULTIFUNCTION, Right: Description
The right (wiper) multifunction switch is located on the right side of the steering column, just below the steering wheel. This switch is the primary control for the front wiper and washer systems. The only visible components of the switch are the control stalk (1) and control knob that extend through the steering column shrouds on the right side of the column. The remainder of the switch, including its mounting provisions and its electrical connection, are concealed beneath the shrouds.
The switch housing and controls are constructed of molded black plastic. Each of the switch controls has white International Control and Display Symbol graphics applied to it, which clearly identify its many functions. The right (wiper) multifunction switch for this vehicle is integral to the clockspring and stalk unit which also includes an integral left (lighting) multifunction switch (2) and the clockspring (3).
The right multifunction switch provides the vehicle operator with a control interface for the following wiper and washer system functions:
- Continuous Wipers - The right multifunction switch control stalk provides detent switching for two continuous wipe modes, low speed or high speed.
- Intermittent Wipers - The right multifunction switch control stalk provides detent switching for the speed-sensitive intermittent wipe mode. The right multifunction switch control knob allows the selection of one of four delay intervals.
- Wiper Mist Mode - The right multifunction switch control stalk includes momentary switching of the wiper motor low speed circuit to provide a mist mode feature (sometimes referred to as pulse wipe), which allows the vehicle operator to momentarily operate the wipers for one or more complete cycles.
- Washer Mode - The right multifunction switch control stalk provides momentary switching for control of washer system operation.
In addition, a small TRIP push button at the very end of the right multifunction switch control knob provides a signal to the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) that will reset the currently displayed trip odometer A or B value to zero.
The right multifunction switch cannot be adjusted or repaired. If any function or feature of the switch is ineffective or if the switch is damaged, the entire clockspring and stalk unit must be replaced.