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Checking Windshield Wiper






Checking windshield wiper

Checking the cable

Hint: The fault could also have been caused by the windshield wipers sticking.

Check the cable between central electronic module (CEM) terminal #16B and motor (6/1) terminal #3. Check for a short-circuit to supply voltage. See Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault. Check for an open-circuit. See Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault.
Check the connector.
If no other faults are found try a new windshield wiper motor (6/1).
Remedy as necessary.

Other information:
- To connect the breakout box, see Connecting the breakout box Connecting the Breakout Box, Central Electronic Module (CEM)
- For information about signals, see Signal specification Pinout Values and Diagnostic Parameters
- To replace the wiper motor, see Motor windshield wiper, replacing Motor, Windshield Wiper, Replacing.





Continue - Verification

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Verification




Verification

Verification

Hint: After the repair it is necessary to check that the fault has been rectified.








- Connect the connectors, install the components, etc.
- Ignition on.
Activate windscreen wipers, intermittent position.
Read the value.
The value should alternate between the two positions "rest position" and "operating position".





Does it work?

Yes - VERIFIED

No - VERIFICATION FAILED

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VERIFIED - FAULT FOUND

VERIFICATION FAILED - Fault-tracing information

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - FAULT-TRACING FAILED

No - Attempt New Test

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FAULT-TRACING FAILED - No Fault Found

Attempt New Test - Checking the cable

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