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Inspection Procedure 5: The windshield intermittent wiper interval cannot be adjusted by operating the windshield intermittent wiper volume control: Diagnosis

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  1. STEP 1. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the OFF position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
    1. Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III). Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III) ."
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    3. Check if an ETACS-related diagnosis trouble code is stored.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.

    Q: Is the DTC stored? 

  2. STEP 2. Check the ETACS customization function. 

    Use the ETACS customization function to check that "Front wiper operation" is set to "variable INT" or "vehicle speed dependent".

    Q: Is the check result normal? 

    • YES:  Go to Step 3.
    • NO:  Use the ETACS customization function to set "Front wiper operation" to "variable INT" or "vehicle speed dependent". Refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE  .
  3. STEP 3. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), check data list. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the OFF position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
    1. Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III). Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III) ."
    2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    3. Check the input signal related to the windshield wiper operation.
      • Ignition switch: ACC
      • Rotate the windshield wiper interval control from (+) to (-) side.
        Item No. Display on M.U.T.-III Check conditions Normal condition
        Item 359 Front wiper (interval volume) Rotate the windshield wiper interval control from (+) to (-) side. Value changes from 0(+) to 254 (-)

    Q: Is the check result normal? 

    • YES:  Go to Step 4.
    • NO:  Replace the column switch.
  4. STEP 4. Retest the system. 

    Check that the windshield wiper interval changes when the windshield wiper volume control is rotated.

    Q: Is the check result normal?