WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS

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CONTENTS
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DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SERVICE PROCEDURES

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Following are general descriptions of the major components in the Dakota wiper and washer systems. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit descriptions and diagrams. cloth and a mild detergent or non-abrasive cleaner. If the squeegees continue to streak or smear, they should be replaced. The blades are mounted to two spring-loaded wiper arms. Spring tension of the wiper arms controls the pressure applied to the blades on the windshield. The wiper arms are attached by an integral latch to the two wiper pivots on the cowl grille panel at the base of the windshield. The wiper arms and blades can not be adjusted or repaired. If faulty, they must be replaced.

WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM

An intermittent wiper system is standard equipment on all Dakota models. This system allows the driver to select from two wiper speeds or an intermittent wipe feature that allows a delay between wipes of 2 to 15 seconds. Refer to the owners manual for more information on wiper system controls and operation. The wipers will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY or ON position. Fuse 10 in the fuseblock module protects the circuitry of the wiper system.

WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM

A electrically-operated windshield washer system is standard equipment on all Dakota models. The washers will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY or ON position. Fuse 10 in the fuseblock module protects the circuitry of the washer system. Refer to the owners manual for more information on washer system controls and operation.

WIPER LINKAGE AND PIVOTS The wiper pivots are fastened to the cowl top panel with screws beneath the cowl cover/grille panel. Each pivot assembly can be replaced by removing the cowl grille panel, unsnapping the linkage bushing(s) from the pivot crank arm pins, and removing the mounting screws. The two pivot cranks are joined by a connecting link, and a drive link connects the motor crank to the drive link near the left pivot. Pressed-in plastic bushings in the ends of the links can be replaced if worn or damaged. WIPER MOTOR The two-speed permanent magnet wiper motor has an integral transmission and park switch. The motor is mounted to the engine side of the cowl panel with a reinforcement/stud plate and a rubber-isolated mounting bracket. The wiper motor output shaft passes through the cowl panel into the cowl plenum area, where a crank arm attached to the output shaft drives the wiper drive link. Wiper speed is controlled by current flow to the appropriate set of brushes. The wiper motor completes its wipe cycle when the switch is turned OFF, and parks the blades in the lowest portion of the wipe pattern. The wiper motor assembly can not be repaired. If faulty, the entire motor assembly must be replaced. The crank arm, mounting bracket, and reinforcement/stud plate are available for service.

WIPER ARMS, BLADES, AND ELEMENTS All Dakota models have two 18-inch wiper blades with replaceable rubber elements (squeegees). Blades are supplied by two manufacturers and are interchangeable as assemblies. However, replacement squeegees are not interchangeable between blade types. Caution should be exercised to protect the rubber squeegees from any petroleum-based cleaners or contaminants, which will rapidly deteriorate the squeegee rubber. If squeegees are damaged, worn or contaminated they must be replaced. Wiper squeegees exposed to the weather for a long time tend to lose their wiping effectiveness. Periodic cleaning of the squeegees is suggested to remove deposits of salt and road film. The wiper blades, arms and windshield should be cleaned with a sponge or

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WASHER NOZZLES The two fluidic washer nozzles are snap-fit into openings in the cowl grille panel below the windshield and are not adjustable. Washer fluid is fed to the nozzles through hoses clipped to the underside of the cowl grille panel. The nozzles can not be repaired and, if faulty, should be replaced. WASHER RESERVOIR The washer solvent reservoir is mounted to the left front inner fender shield near the cowl panel. It has a provision for a low washer fluid level sensor. Refer to Group 8E - Instrument Panel and Gauges for diagnosis and service of the sensor. The reservoir and filler cap are available for service. WASHER PUMP The washer pump and motor are press-fit into a rubber grommet near the bottom of the washer reservoir. A permanently lubricated and sealed motor is coupled to a rotor-type pump. Washer fluid is gravity fed from the reservoir to the pump. The pump then pressurizes the fluid and forces it through the plumbing to the nozzles when the motor is energized. The pump and motor can not be repaired. If faulty, the entire assembly must be replaced.

WIPER/WASHER SWITCH Controls for the windshield wiper and washer systems are contained in the multi-function switch control lever. The multi-function switch is mounted on the left side of the steering column between the steering wheel and the instrument panel. This switch also controls many other functions. The multi-function switch can not be repaired. If any function of the switch is faulty, the entire switch must be replaced. INTERMITTENT WIPE MODULE In addition to low and high speed, the intermittent wipe system has a delay mode. The delay mode has a range of 2 to 15 seconds. The length of the delay is selected with a variable resistor in the wiper switch and is accomplished by electronic circuitry within the intermittent wipe module. If the washer knob is depressed while the wiper switch is in the OFF position, the intermittent wipe module will operate the wiper motor for approximately 2 wipes and automatically turn the motor off. The intermittent wipe module is mounted to the instrument panel, behind the knee blocker and to the right of the steering column. The module can not be repaired.

Windshield Wiper And Washer Systems

WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS DIAGNOSIS WIPER MOTOR

The following are wiper motor system problems, tests to be performed to locate the faulty part, and the proper action to be taken. If the malfunction involves only the delay mode, switch, or wiring, see the diagnosis for Intermittent Wipe Module and Wiper/ Washer Switch.

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(5) Disconnect motor wiring connector and replace fuse. If fuse does not blow, motor is defective. If fuse blows, wiper/washer switch or wiring is at fault.

CONDITION Motor runs slowly at all speeds. PROCEDURE (1) Disconnect wiring harness connector at motor. Remove wiper arms and blades. Connect an ammeter between battery and terminal L on motor (Fig. 2). If motor runs and average ammeter reading is more than 6 amps, continue to next step. If motor runs and average ammeter reading is less than 6 amps, go to step 3.

CONDITION Motor will not run in any wiper/washer switch position. PROCEDURE (1) Check fuse 10 in the fuseblock module. If OK, go to step 3. If not OK, replace fuse and go to next step. (2) Check motor operation in all wiper/washer switch positions. If not OK and fuse blows, go to step 5. If not OK and fuse is OK, go to next step. (3) Place wiper/washer switch in LOW position and listen to motor. If you cannot hear it running, go to next step. If motor is running, check motor output shaft. If output shaft is not turning, replace motor assembly. If it is turning, drive link to output shaft or linkage is not properly connected. Replace worn parts and/or properly connect drive link to the motor output shaft. (4) Connect a voltmeter between motor terminal L and ground strap (Fig. 1). If there is little or no voltage (less than 1 volt), move negative test lead from the ground strap to battery negative terminal. If an increase in voltage is noticed, the problem is a bad ground circuit. Make sure the motor mounting is free of paint and that mounting fasteners are tight. If there is still no indication of voltage, the problem is an open in wiring or faulty wiper/washer switch. If a small increase (greater than 3 volts) in voltage is observed, the problem is a faulty motor assembly.

Fig. 2 Ammeter Between Terminal L and Battery

(2) Check wiper linkage or pivots for binding or obstruction. Disconnect drive link from motor. If motor now runs and draws less than 3 amps, repair linkage system. If motor continues to draw more than 3 amps, replace motor assembly. (3) Check motor wiring harness for short between high and low speed circuits. Connect a voltmeter or test lamp to motor ground strap. Set wiper/washer switch to LOW position. Connect other lead of voltmeter (test lamp) to terminal H of the wiring harness. If voltage is present, there is a short in the wiring or wiper/washer switch. If no voltage is present, go to next step. (4) Set wiper/washer switch to HIGH position. Move voltmeter (test lamp) lead from terminal H to terminal L of the wiring harness. If voltage is present, there is a short in the wiring or wiper/ washer switch.

Fig. 1 Voltmeter Between Terminal L and Ground

CONDITION Motor will run at high speed, but not at low speed. Motor will run at low speed, but not at high speed.

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WIPER/WASHER DIAGNOSIS

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PROCEDURE (1) If motor will not run on high speed, put wiper/ washer switch in HIGH position. Connect a test lamp between motor terminal H and ground (Fig. 3). If motor will not run on low speed, put wiper/washer switch in LOW position. Connect a test lamp between motor terminal L and ground.

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(2) Connect second jumper from terminal P1 to battery. If motor runs to park position and stops, wiper/washer switch is faulty. If motor keeps running and does not park, replace motor assembly.

CONDITION Motor will stop wherever it is, when wiper/ washer switch is put in OFF position. (Wipers do not continue running to park position.) PROCEDURE (1) Remove motor wiring connector and clean terminals. Reconnect connector and test motor. If not OK, go to step 2. (2) Put wiper/washer switch in OFF position. Disconnect motor wiring connector. Connect a voltmeter or test lamp to the motor ground strap. Connect the other lead to terminal P1 of wiring connector. If voltage is not present, check for an open circuit in the wiring harness or wiper/washer switch. If voltage is present, go to next step. (3) Connect an ohmmeter or continuity tester between terminals L and P2 (Fig. 5). If there is continuity between these terminals, the problem is a defective motor. If there is no continuity, the problem is an open in wiring or a faulty wiper/washer switch.

Fig. 3 Test Lamp Between Terminal H and Ground

(2) If test lamp does not light at motor terminal, there is an open in wiring or wiper/washer switch. If test lamp lights at motor terminal, replace motor assembly.

CONDITION Motor will keep running with wiper/washer switch in OFF position. PROCEDURE (1) Disconnect wiring harness connector at motor. Connect jumper from terminal P2 to terminal L of wiper motor (Fig. 4).

Fig. 5 Ohmmeter Between Terminal L and P2

Fig. 4 One Jumper Wire Between Terminal P2 and L. One Jumper Wire Between Terminal P1 and B+.

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WIPER/WASHER SWITCH
Use an ohmmeter to test for continuity (no resistance) between the terminals of the switch as shown in the Multi-Function Switch Continuity chart (Fig. 6).

Fig. 7 Intermittent Wipe Module

(3) If there is excessive delay or no variations in delay, see Wiper/Washer Switch.

CONDITION In DELAY mode wipers run continually when wash is operated, but do not provide an extra wipe when the washer switch is released. PROCEDURE Replace the intermittent wipe module. CONDITION Wipers start erratically during DELAY mode. PROCEDURE (1) Verify that the ground connection at the instrument panel is making good connection (free from paint) and is tight. (2) Verify that the motor ground strap is making good contact and that the motor mounting bolts are tight. (3) Verify that the wiring ground connections for the intermittent wipe module and the wiper/washer switch are tight. (4) If condition is not corrected, replace intermittent wipe module.

Fig. 6 Multi-Function Switch Continuity

INTERMITTENT WIPE MODULE

See Wiper Motor or Wiper/Washer Switch for diagnosis of system problems which do not involve the DELAY function. If problem occurs only in the DELAY mode, the following tests are to be performed. These tests involve disconnecting the intermittent wipe module, which can be found on a bracket located behind the knee blocker (Fig. 7).

CONDITION Excessive delay (more than 30 seconds) or inadequate variation in delay. PROCEDURE Variations in delay should be as follows: (1) Minimum delay (wiper/washer switch to extreme counter-clockwise position before LOW detent) 1/2 to 2 seconds. (2) Maximum delay (wiper/washer switch to extreme clockwise position before OFF detent) 10 to 30 seconds.

WASHER PUMP
(1) Check for continuity between black wire of pump connector and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair ground circuit as required. (2) Turn ignition switch to ON position. Check for battery voltage at brown wire of pump connector with washer switch depressed. If OK, replace pump. If not OK, see diagnosis for Wiper/Washer Switch in this group. If switch tests OK, repair wiring between switch and pump as required.

WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS SERVICE PROCEDURES WIPER BLADES OR ELEMENTS REMOVE/INSTALL
There are two types of wiper blade assemblies. The assemblies are identified as Type A (Fig. 8) and Type B (Figs. 9 and 10).

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Fig. 10 Element Remove/Install - Type B

front will remain off windshield in this position).

Fig. 8 Blade and Element Remove/Install - Type A

Fig. 9 Blade Remove/Install - Type B

(1) Turn wiper/washer switch ON, position blades to a convenient place by turning the ignition switch ON and OFF. (2) Lift wiper arm to raise blade off glass. (3) Remove blade assembly from arm and wiping element from blade, depending on type, as follows: TYPE A To remove blade assembly from arm, insert a small screwdriver blade into release slot of wiper blade. Pry slightly upward (Fig. 8). To remove wiping element from blade assembly, pinch lock on end of blade assembly and withdraw wiping element (blade) out of claws. Check each release point for positive locking when installing blade element and blade assembly. Type B To remove blade, lift up on release tab on center bridge pivot (Fig. 9). Lift lock tab on one of end links and squeeze link to remove from center bridge. Slide end link off element and slide element from claws of other link (Fig. 10). Check each release point for positive locking when installing blade element and blade assembly.

Fig. 11 Wiper Arm Remove/Install

(2) Remove arm from pivot using a rocking motion. (3) Install arm and blade with wiper motor in park position. Mount arms on pivot shafts so that distance between tip of blade and the cowl panel is a minimum of: 40 27 mm (1.57 1.06 inch) on the left side (Fig. 12) 51 27 mm (2.00 1.06 inch) on right side (Fig.12).

WIPER ARM REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Lift arm to permit latch (Fig. 11) to be pulled out to holding position and then release arm. (Arm

Fig. 12 Wiper Arm Installation

WIPER MOTOR
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.

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(10) Reverse removal procedures to install. Use channel-lock pliers to reinstall linkage retainer bushings on pins. Tighten fasteners as follows: motor mounting nuts to 8 Nm (65 in. lbs.) motor crank arm nut to 11 Nm (95 in. lbs.).

(2) Disconnect electrical connector from wiper motor. (3) Remove 3 motor mounting nuts. (4) Remove wiper arms. (5) Remove cowl grille panel mounting screws (Fig. 13). There is a screw in the center of the grille to the right of the right pivot assembly.

LINKAGE REMOVE/INSTALL
(1) Remove wiper arms as described in Wiper Arms Remove/Install. (2) Remove cowl grille panel mounting screws (Fig. 13). There is a screw in the center of the grille to the right of right pivot assembly. (3) Disengage rear of cowl panel from windshield weatherstrip by pulling forward and remove cowl grille panel. (4) Remove screen by carefully prying up clips. (5) Remove crank arm from drive link by prying retainer bushing from crank arm pin with a suitable size screwdriver. (6) Remove pivot mounting screws. (7) Working through access holes, remove linkage and pivots as an assembly. (8) Remove drive link from pivots by prying retainer bushing from pivot pin with a suitable size screwdriver. (9) Reverse removal procedures to install. Use channel-lock pliers to reinstall linkage retainer bushings on pivot and crank pins. Tighten pivot mounting screws to 7 Nm (60 in. lbs.) torque.

Fig. 13 Cowl Panel Remove/Install

(6) Disengage rear of cowl grille from windshield weatherstrip by pulling forward and remove cowl grille panel. (7) Remove screen by carefully prying up clips. (8) Hold drive crank with a wrench while removing the crank nut. Remove drive crank from motor output shaft. (9) Remove motor from vehicle (Fig. 14).

WIPER PIVOTS REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove wiper arms as described in Wiper Arms Remove/Install. (2) Remove cowl grille panel mounting screws (Fig. 13). There is a screw in the center of the grille to the right of right pivot assembly. (3) Disengage rear of cowl panel from windshield weatherstrip by pulling forward and remove cowl grille panel. (4) Remove screen by carefully prying up clips. (5) Remove pivot mounting screws. (6) Remove drive link from pivot by prying retainer bushing from pivot pin with a suitable size screwdriver. (7) Reverse removal procedures to install. Use channel-lock pliers to reinstall linkage retainer bushings on pivot and crank pins. Tighten pivot mounting screws to 7 Nm (60 in. lbs.) torque.

WIPER/WASHER SWITCH REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. (2) Remove 2 screws along bottom edge of knee blocker (Fig. 15). (3) Pull knee blocker down to disengage slide tabs and remove. (4) Remove tilt lever (tilt column only).

Fig. 14 Wiper Motor Remove/Install

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Fig. 15 Knee Blocker

(5) Remove upper and lower column shrouds to gain access to the switch connector (Fig. 16).

Fig. 17 Multi-Function Switch Connector

Fig. 18 Steering Column Connectors

Fig. 16 Steering Column Shrouds Remove/Install

(6) Remove lower fixed column shroud. (7) Loosen steering column upper bracket nuts. Do not remove nuts. (8) Move upper fixed column shroud to gain access to rear of multi-function switch. (9) Remove switch connector (Figs. 17 and 18). (10) Remove multi-function switch tamper proof mounting screws (tamper proof torx bit Snap On TTXR20B2 or equivalent required). (11) Gently pull switch away from column. Loosen connector screw. The screw will remain in the connector. (12) Remove wiring connector from multi-function switch (Fig. 19). (13) Reverse removal procedures to install. Tighten fasteners as follows:

Fig. 19 Multi-Function Switch

wiring connector to switch retaining screw to 2 Nm (17 in. lbs.) multi-function switch to column retaining screws to 2 Nm (17 in. lbs.)

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steering column shrouds retaining screws to 2 Nm (17 in. lbs.).

WASHER PUMP REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove hose from washer pump and drain solvent from reservoir into a clean container for re-use. (2) Unplug connectors from washer pump (Fig. 20) and washer fluid level sensor (if equipped). (3) Remove reservoir mounting screws and remove reservoir and pump assembly. (4) Gently pry pump away from reservoir and out of grommet. Care must be taken not to puncture reservoir. (5) Remove rubber grommet from reservoir and throw away. (6) Reverse removal procedures to install. Use a new rubber grommet on reservoir.

Fig. 20 Washer Pump Remove/Install