Headlamp Washer Malfunction
Headlamp Washer Malfunction
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Strategy Based Diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Diagnostic Procedure Instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit/System Description
The body control module (BCM) controls the washer motor based on an input from the windshield wiper washer switch. The BCM monitors the washer switch through the windshield washer switch signal circuit. When the WASH switch is closed, ground is supplied to the front washer switch signal circuit. When this is seen, the BCM will command the front washer fluid pump and the low speed wipers on. When Headlamp Wash Equipped, the headlamps shall be sprayed with wash fluid as a result of an extended Windshield Wash Switch Activation. In order to preserve wash fluid, the feature shall only be allowed to activate if the Low or High Beam Headlamps are active. In addition, after the initial Headlamp Wash operation has been performed, additional headlamp washes shall not be performed for the next 4 Windshield Wash activations or for 48 hours whichever comes first.
Diagnostic Aids
The headlamp wash feature shall only be allowed to be activate, if the low or high beam headlamps are active too.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Wiper/Washer Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views (Connector End Views By Name)
Description and Operation
Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing (Circuit Testing)
* Connector Repairs (Connector Repairs)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Testing For Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections)
* Wiring Repairs (Wiring Repairs)
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for diagnostic tester information
Circuit/System Verification
Operate the headlamp washer using the S80 Window Wiper/Washer Switch. Verify the G16 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump activates. The low or high beam headlamps are ON.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
2. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 86 and ground.
3. Ignition ON, command the headlamp washer ON and OFF using the S80 Window Wiper/Washer Switch. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
• If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
• If the test lamp is always OFF, test for a short to ground or an open/high resistance on the control circuit. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
4. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
Component Testing
Window Wiper/Washer Switch
Static Test
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S80 Window Wiper/Washer Switch.
2. Test for less than 5 ohm between Window Wiper/Washer Switch terminal 2 and terminal 7 while activating the S80 Window Wiper/Washer Switch.
• If the resistance is not within the specified range, replace the S80 Window Wiper/Washer Switch.
Dynamic Test
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
2. Install a 30 A fused jumper wire between the relay terminals 85, 87 and 12 V. Install a jumper wire between the relay terminal 86 and ground.
3. Connect a test lamp between relay terminal 30 and ground.
4. Observe the test lamp turns ON and OFF by grounding the relay terminal 86 briefly several times.
• If the function does not perform as specified, replace the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
Relay Test
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
2. Test for 60-200 ohm between terminals 85 and 86.
• If the resistance is not within the specified range, replace the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
3. Test for infinite resistance between the following terminals:
* 30 and 86
* 30 and 87
* 30 and 85
* 85 and 87
• If not the specified value, replace the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
4. Install a 10 A fused jumper wire between relay terminal 85 and 12 V. Install a jumper wire between relay terminal 86 and ground. Test for less than 5 ohm between terminals 30 and 87.
• If greater than the specified range, replace the KR2 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump Relay.
Washer Pump
Dynamic Test
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the G16 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump.
2. Install a 10 A fused jumper wire between the control terminal 1 and 12 V. Install a jumper wire between the ground terminal 2 and ground.
3. Verify the G16 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump is activated.
• If the G16 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump does not activate , replace the G16 Headlamp Washer Fluid Pump.
Repair Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for BCM replacement, setup, and programming
* Relay Replacement (Attached to Wire Harness) (Relay Replacement (Attached to Wire Harness))Relay Replacement (Within an Electrical Center) (Relay Replacement (Within an Electrical Center))
* Headlamp Washer Pump Replacement (Service and Repair)
* Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement (Service and Repair)