Wiper Switch: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure





Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Warning Indicators.
3. Remove the steering wheel.


4. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in Restraint Systems.
5. Remove the steering column trim covers.


6. Remove the wire harness assembly from the wire restraint clips (1).
7. Disconnect the wire connector.





8. Disconnect the windshield wiper and washer switch assembly.
9. Remove the windshield wiper and washer switch assembly in the following manner.
- Press on the locking tabs of the windshield wiper and washer switch assembly.
- Pull the windshield wiper and washer switch assembly out of the switch mounting bracket.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the windshield wiper and washer switch assembly into the switch mounting bracket so that the locking tabs snap into place.
2. Connect the wire harness assembly.





3. Install the wire harness straps.
4. Install the wire harness assembly into the wire restraint clips (1).
5. Install the steering column trim covers.
6. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in Restraint Systems.
7. Install the steering wheel.
8. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Warning Indicators.
9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.