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Pinpoint Test B: Wiper Motor - Functional & Enhanced Tests

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  1. B1: CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE WIPER MOTOR - FUNCTIONAL TEST 
    1. Before attempting tests, ensure that Winter Park Mode is deactivated and that the hood switch is closed
    2. Run the wipers for 15 cycles in slow wipe mode
    3. Switch the ignition off, then on again. Run the wipers for 15 cycles in fast wipe mode
    4. 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?

  2. B2: CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE WIPER MOTOR - ENHANCED TEST 
    1. Before attempting tests, ensure that Winter Park Mode is deactivated and that the hood switch is closed
    2. Using a spray bottle, spray the windshield and wipers with water to maintain a level of lubrication between the wiper blades and the windshield
    3. 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
    4. 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 .