B3715

DTC B3715

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* ReviewStrategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.


DTC Descriptor
DTC B3715 02
- Front Wiper Relay Drive Circuit Short to Ground



Diagnostic Fault Information





Circuit/System Description

The body control module (BCM) monitors the control circuit of the wiper relay. The voltage level should be low while the wiper relay is de-energized and near system voltage when the relay is energized. After the BCM receives a low, intermittent, or mist signal from the wiper/washer switch, it responds by applying battery voltage through the wiper relay control circuit to the coil side of the relay, energizing the WIPER Relay. Ground is supplied at all times to the coil side of the WIPER relay.

Conditions for Running the DTC

This DTC can set only when the output is actively being requested by the BCM.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

If the BCM detects a short to ground in the WIPER 1 relay control circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM will not activate the output.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The current DTC will become history when the request for the output is removed or when the condition for setting the fault is corrected.
* The history DTC will clear after 50 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present.


Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Wiper/Washer Schematics ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation (Wiper and Washers) (Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation (Wiper and Washers))Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation (Heated Washer System) (Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation (Heated Washer System))
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, wiper switch in LOW position. Verify the windshield wipers are cycling at the low speed.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X5 harness connector at the BCM.
2. Ignition ON, verify that the low speed wipers are not on.

• If the low speed wipers are on, test the WIPER 1 relay control circuit terminal 20 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the underhood fuse block.

3. Install a 10A fused jumper wire between the WIPER 1 relay control circuit terminal 20 and B+. Verify the low speed wipers are on.

• If the low speed wipers are not on, test the relay control circuit for an open/high resistance or short to ground. If the circuit tests normal replace the underhood fuse block.

4. If all circuits test normal, replace the BCM.


Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

* Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement (Service and Repair)
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for BCM replacement, setup, and programming