Windshield Wiper Test 7 - Wipers Operate In High Speed Only

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 1996 Dodge Stratus, and 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Perform VTSS TEST 1A before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION section in this article. Perform VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.

CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to disconnecting or connecting any module connector.

Disconnect HI/LO wiper relay. See Figure in WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 2A. Replace original HI/LO wiper relay with a known good relay. Turn ignition on and activate wipers. If wipers do not operate properly in low and high speed modes, go to next step. If wiper operate properly in low and high speed modes, replace original HI/LO wiper relay.
Turn ignition off. Disconnect engine 14-pin connector at BCM. See Figure in CHIME TEST 3A. Ensure connector is clean and not damaged. Remove substitute HI/LO wiper relay. Using external ohmmeter, check resistance of engine 14-pin connector terminal No. 8 (Violet/Pink wire). If resistance is 5 ohms or greater, replace BCM. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Violet/Pink wire.