Wipers/Washers - Intermittent Wiper Characteristics
92 07 01Mar. 21, 2007
2002419
Supersedes T.B. Group 92 number 99-03 dated June 17, 1999 due to inclusion into ElsaWeb.
Vehicles Affected
Condition
Intermittent Windshield Wiper, Wipes Across Windshield Once then Stops
Intermittent wiper wipes across windshield once then stops. Condition occurs on vehicles equipped with rain sensor.
Technical Background
Condition is normal, NO repairs are necessary.
Production Solution
No production change required.
Service
The function of intermittent wipers on vehicles with rain sensor is as follows:
With wiper switch in intermittent position -1-
- If no rain is sensed on windshield, intermittent wiper will wipe once then stop.
- The rain sensor, automatically shortens or lengthens the pause between wipes depending on how hard it is raining.
- The four position switch -A- adjusts the sensitivity of the rain sensor.
The rain sensor is located in the rear view mirror mounting base -arrow-.
Tip:
If, after the intermittent wiper function (with rain sensor operating) the ignition is switched OFF then ON again, the rain sensor function must be reactivated by switching the wipers to position -0- (OFF) then to the intermittent position -1-.
If your customer has questions regarding the function of intermittent wipers on vehicles with rain sensor, please refer customer to the explanation in the Owner's Manual.
Warranty
Information only.
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Tools required.
No Special Parts required. Always see ETKA for the latest part(s) information.