Inspection Procedure

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IPDM E/R TO FRONT WIPER MOTOR (1) INSPECTION
With CONSULT-II

Select "IPDM E/R" with CONSULT-II. With data monitor, confirm that "WIP AUTO STOP" changes from "ACT P" to "STOP P" according to wiper operation.

Without CONSULT-II

GO TO 2.

OK or NG

OK: Replace IPDM E/R, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IPDM E/R .

NG: GO TO 2.

Fig 1: Display Data Monitor (5 Of 5)
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IPDM E/R TO FRONT WIPER MOTOR (2) INSPECTION
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R connector and front wiper motor connector.
3. Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector terminal and front wiper motor harness connector terminal.
  
  Fig 2: Terminal Continuity Specification
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  Fig 3: Identifying IPDM E/R To Front Wiper Motor Inspection
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4. Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector terminal and body ground.
  
  Fig 4: Terminal Continuity Specification
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  Fig 5: Checking Continuity Between IPDM E/R Harness Connector Terminal & Body Ground
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OK or NG

OK: Connect connectors. GO TO 3.

NG: Repair harness or connector.
IPDM E/R TO FRONT WIPER MOTOR (3) INSPECTION
While front wiper motor is stopped and while operating, measure voltage between IPDM E/R terminal 32 and body ground.

Fig 6: Terminal Voltage Specification
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Fig 7: Measuring Voltage Between IPDM E/R Terminal 32 & Body Ground
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OK or NG

OK: Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IPDM E/R .

NG: Replace front wiper motor. Refer to Removal and Installation for Wiper Motor and Linkage .