How does the intermittent windshield wiper relay work?
If you suspect the relay, power the relay solenoid directly with twelve volts. Then check for continuity across the relay switch contacts. If no continuity, as the solenoid is powered, then the relay is bad. How does the intermittent windshield wiper work?
What are the controls for the windshield wipers?
Wiper Controls. Most wipers have a low and a high speed, as well as an intermittent setting. When the wipers are on low and high speed, the motor runs continuously. But in the intermittent setting, the wipers stop momentarily between each wipe.
What’s the difference between intermittent wipers and regular wipers?
Intermittent wipers operate on timed intervals, not constantly. Intermittent windshield wipers operate in timed intervals rather than constantly. This keeps a windshield clean in conditions of misting or very light rain. In these conditions, constant wiping dries the window, causing blades to stick and squeak as rubber drags across glass.
Why does my car not have a wiper motor?
This is usually caused by the wiper motor not getting the power that it needs due to a bad relay. In most cases, a professional mechanic will replace the intermittent wiper relay and the controls at the same time to ensure all of the supporting connections work smoothly together.
Is my wiper motor failing?
There are signs that indicate pretty clearly if a wiper motor is failing. These may include the blades moving slower than they normally would, only one speed working, the wipers not moving at all, or not parking in the correct position. If any of these start to happen it is a good idea to replace the wiper motor.
Where is the fuse for the wiper motor?
The main fuse for the wiper motor is the fuse #46. The fuse #46 is located in the IPDM. The IPDM is located in the engine compartment drivers side.
What is an intermittent wiper?
Intermittent wipers. Intermittent wipers is a wiper setting that causes the wipers to pause for a driver-selected period between wipes.
Where is the windshield wiper fuse located?
The windshield wiper fuse is located in the fuse junction box under the left side of the dash. The fuse is a 25 amp fuse. It will be labeled wiper. Check the fuse to see if it is burned out.