Inspection Procedure 7: The windshield washer does not work normally.



caution Whenever the ECU is replaced, ensure that the input and output signal circuits are normal.


COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM


The windshield washer motor, the column switch or ETACS-ECU may be defective.

PROBABLE CAUSES




DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE


STEP 1. Check the operation of the windshield wipers.


Check that the windshield wipers work.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 2.
Refer to Inspection Procedure 1 "Windshield wipers do not work at all."? Refer to .

STEP 2. M.U.T.-III diagnosis code.


Check if an ETACS-related diagnosis code is set.

Q. Is the diagnosis code set?

Diagnose the ETACS. (Refer to GROUP 54A - ETACS, Trouble Symptom Chart ).
Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the washer motor.


Check that the windshield washer motor works normally (Refer to ).

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 4.
Replace the washer motor.

STEP 4. M.U.T.-III data list


Check the input signal related to the windshield washer operation.

  • Ignition switch: ACC
  • Windshield washer switch: ON
Item No.
Item name
Normal conditions
Item 67
Front washer output
ON
OK: Normal condition is displayed.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 5.
Refer to GROUP 54A - ETACS, Inspection Procedure 9 "The column switch signal is not received."? Refer to .

STEP 5. Measure the voltage at the ETACS-ECU (F/WIP-WASH).


(1)Disconnect the connector, and measure the voltage at the wiring harness-side.
(2)Ignition switch: ACC
(3)Windshield washer switch: ON
(4)Measure the voltage between ETACS-ECU (F/ WIP-WASH) and body earth.
OK: System voltage

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 8.
Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check of open, short circuit in F/WIP WASH line between windshield washer motor connector and ETACS-ECU connector


Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 7.
Repair the connector(s) or wiring harness.

STEP 7. Check of open, short circuit in R/WIP WASH line between windshield washer motor connector and ETACS-ECU connector


Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 8.
Repair the connector(s) or wiring harness.

STEP 8. Check the trouble symptom.


Check that the windshield washers work normally.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Intermittent malfunction. Refer to GROUP 00 - How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points, - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunctions .)
Replace the ETACS-ECU.