Pinpoint Test B: Wiper Motor - Functional And Enhanced Tests
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- B1: CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE WIPER MOTOR - FUNCTIONAL TEST
- Before attempting tests, make sure that Winter Park Mode is deactivated and that the hood switch is closed
- Run the wipers for 15 cycles in slow wipe mode
- Switch the ignition off, then on again. Run the wipers for 15 cycles in fast wipe mode
- Switch the ignition off, then on again. Run the wipers for 15 cycles in intermittent wipe mode
Did the wipers operate correctly during the functional tests?
Yes
GO to B2.
No
GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
- B2: CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE WIPER MOTOR - ENHANCED TEST
- Before attempting tests, make sure that Winter Park Mode is deactivated and that the hood switch is closed
- Using a spray bottle, spray the windshield and wipers with water to maintain a level of lubrication between the wiper blades and the windshield
- Run the wiper motor continuously for 5 minutes in slow wipe mode, periodically spray the windshield and wipers with water during this test to maintain a level of lubrication between the wiper blades and the windshield
- Run the wiper motor continuously for 5 minutes in slow wipe mode, periodically spray the windshield and wipers with water during this test to maintain a level of lubrication between the wiper blades and the windshield
Did the wiper motor operate correctly during the enhanced tests?
Yes
Consult the symptom chart below and perform any appropriate corrective actions. If the fault returns, contact the JLR Service Helpdesk
No
GO to PINPOINT TEST C .