Symptom Chart: Wipers and Washers
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| All windshield wiper modes are inoperative from one or both windshield wiper motors | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| The windshield wipers operate in low speed for all wiper/washer switch positions except OFF | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| The low speed windshield wiper setting is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | CHECK the high speed wiper operation. If the high speed wiper operation is inoperative, GO to Pinpoint Test A If the high speed wipers operate, INSTALL a new wiper/washer switch. REFER to: Steering Column Multifunction Switch RH . TEST the system for normal operation. If the concern is still present, INSTALL a new SASM. REFER to: Steering Angle Sensor Module (SASM) . |
| An intermittent setting is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | CHECK the high speed wiper operation. If the wipers operate only in low speed, GO to Pinpoint Test B If the high speed wipers operate correctly, INSTALL a new wiper/washer switch. REFER to: Steering Column Multifunction Switch RH . TEST the system for normal operation. If the concern is still present, INSTALL a new SASM. REFER to: Steering Angle Sensor Module (SASM) . |
| The high speed windshield wiper setting is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | CHECK the intermittent wiper operation. If the wipers operate only in low speed (no intermittent), GO to Pinpoint Test B If the intermittent wiper function operates correctly, INSTALL a new wiper/washer switch. REFER to: Steering Column Multifunction Switch RH . TEST the system for normal operation. If the concern is still present, INSTALL a new SASM. REFER to: Steering Angle Sensor Module (SASM) . |
| The windshield wipers stay on continuously | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| The windshield wipers do not operate correctly in the intermittent mode | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | If the vehicle is not equipped with rain sensitive wipers, GO to Pinpoint Test D If the vehicle is equipped with rain sensitive wipers, GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The rain sensitive wiper feature is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The rain sensitive wipers have erratic/inconsistent operation | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The rain sensitive wipers are too sensitive/not sensitive enough to moisture | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The windshield wipers do not park at the correct position | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| The windshield washer is inoperative or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| The windshield washer is inoperative in sub-freezing temperatures | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| One or more rear wiper modes are inoperative (liftgate) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
| One or more rear wiper modes are inoperative from one or both wipers (cargo doors) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
| The rear window wiper stays on continuously (liftgate) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test K |
| One or both rear window wipers stay on continuously (cargo doors) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test L |
| The rear window washer is inoperative or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test M |
| The rear window wiper does not park | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test N |