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Pinpoint Test C: The Wipers Stay On Continuously - Windshield

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  1. C1 CHECK THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Multi-function Switch C202
    • Carry out the multi-function switch component test.
    • Did the multi-function switch pass the component test? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C2.
    2. NO  : INSTALL a new multi-function switch. REFER to STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES .
  2. C2 CHECK CIRCUITS CRW19 (BU/OG), CRW18 (VT/WH), CRW08 (VT/OG) OR CRW17 (GN/VT) FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    • Disconnect: Windshield Wiper Motor C1552
      • Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Windshield Wiper Motor C1552 Harness Side & Ground
      GF0002075Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Using the following table, measure the resistance between windshield wiper motor C1552 harness side and ground:
      Windshield Wiper Motor C1552 Ground
      C1552-10, circuit CRW19 (BU/OG) ground
      C1552-11, circuit CRW18 (VT/WH) ground
      C1552-1, circuit CRW08 (VT/OG) ground
      C1552-9, circuit CRW17 (GN/VT) ground
    • Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C3.
    2. NO  : REPAIR the circuit(s) in question. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. C3 CHECK FOR CORRECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all wiper motor connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion.
      • pushed-out pins.
    • Connect all wiper motor connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C4.
    2. NO  : The system is operating correctly at this time. Concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. TEST the system for normal operation.
  4. C4 CHECK THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Windshield Wiper Motor C1552
    • Carry out the windshield wiper motor component test as outlined.
    • Did the windshield wiper motor pass the component test? 
    1. YES  : The system is operating correctly at this time. Concern may have been caused by binding or incorrect pivot arm adjustment. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : INSTALL a new windshield wiper motor. REFER to Wiper Motor - Windshield .
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