How does an intermittent wiper work on a washer?
The intermittent wipe mode is provided by delay logic and relay control circuitry contained within the intermittent wiper/washer switch. The intermittent wipe relay is also contained within the switch. The windshield wipers will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Accessory or On positions.
Do you need an intermittent wiper system in a car?
An intermittent windshield wiper system is optional. The standard system lets the driver select from two wiper speeds, low or high. The intermittent wiper system adds an intermittent wipe delay feature.
How does a variable delay relay work on intermittent wipers?
If a variable delay relay is fitted to adjust the delay just takes turning the toggle switch back to off, waiting the delay you want and turning it back on again. Even if you turn the wipers off completely it will remember that delay you have set untill the car is actually turned off, then it just goes back to the standard 6 second delay.
How is the wiper motor secured to the bracket?
The motor also contains an internal automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the motor from overloads. The motor is secured to the wiper linkage and pivot mod- ule bracket with three screws and is protected by a rubber boot.
The intermittent wipe mode is provided by delay logic and relay control circuitry contained within the intermittent wiper/washer switch. The intermittent wipe relay is also contained within the switch. The windshield wipers will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Accessory or On positions.
An intermittent windshield wiper system is optional. The standard system lets the driver select from two wiper speeds, low or high. The intermittent wiper system adds an intermittent wipe delay feature.
What happens when the intermittent wiper relay fails?
When all of the components involved in the windshield wiper blades work correctly, the system is very convenient. However, when one part malfunctions, it can cause potential safety concerns. One of the most common parts to fail is the intermittent wiper relay switch.
When does the wiper motor complete its cycle?
The wiper motor completes its wipe cycle when the windshield wiper switch stalk is moved to the Off position, and parks the blades in the lowest portion of the wipe pattern. The windshield wiper motor cannot be repaired. If faulty or damaged, the entire wiper motor and boot assembly must be replaced.