Windshield Wiper Motor Inspection

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Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.

Apply B+ and inspect the operation of the windshield wiper motor as indicated below.

Terminal	Operation
A	High
C	Low

Connect the windshield wiper motor connector.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and turn the windshield wiper switch on.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while the windshield wipers are operating.
Verify that the windshield wipers do not stop in the park position.
Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.
Inspect for continuity between the windshield wiper motor terminals using an ohmmeter.

Fig 1: Inspecting For Continuity Between Windshield Wiper Motor Terminals Using An Ohmmeter
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Windshield Wiper Motor Terminal Connector Continuity
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 3: Inspecting For Continuity Between Windshield Wiper Motor Connector Terminals
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Connect the windshield wiper motor connector.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and turn the windshield wiper switch on.
Turn the windshield wiper switch off while the windshield wipers are operating.
Verify that the windshield wipers stop in the park position.
Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.
Inspect for continuity between the windshield wiper motor terminals using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the windshield wiper motor.
Fig 4: Windshield Wiper Motor Position Terminal Connector Continuity
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 5: Inspecting For Continuity Between Windshield Wiper Motor Terminals Using An Ohmmeter
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.