Symptom Chart: Wiper and Washer
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Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| All windshield wiper modes are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| The intermittent and/or low speed windshield wipers are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| The high speed windshield wipers are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| The windshield wipers stay on continuously | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| The windshield wipers do not operate correctly in the intermittent mode | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The rain sensitive wiper feature is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| The rain sensitive wipers have erratic/inconsistent operation | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| The rain sensitive wipers are too sensitive/not sensitive enough to moisture | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| The windshield wipers do not park at the correct position | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| The windshield washer is inoperative or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| One or more rear window wiper modes are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
| The rear window wiper stays on continuously | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
| The rear window wiper does not park at the correct position | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | CHECK the rear window wiper sweep pattern and make sure it is correct. If the pattern is incorrect, ADJUST the rear window wiper arm. REFER to: Rear Window Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment . If the pattern is correct, INSTALL a new rear window wiper motor. REFER to: Rear Window Wiper Motor . |
| The rear window washer is inoperative or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test K |
| One or both headlamp washers are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test L |
| The headlamp washers are always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test M |