For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Was the Wiper/Washer System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Wiper/Washer System Check or Wiper/Washer System Check
2 |

1. Remove the WIPER fuse.
2. Set the J 39200 to the amp scale and connect across the fuse terminals.
3. Turn the ignition switch to RUN.
4. Set the wiper switch to LO.
5. Observe the lowest current draw while the wipers are running on dry glass (the current draw will fluctuate).

Is the lowest current draw less than the specified value?

3.5 A

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3 | Replace the wiper motor. Refer to Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Wiper/Washer System Check or Wiper/Washer System Check | --
4 | Is the lowest current draw greater than the specified value? | 6.5 A | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5
5 | Replace the wiper motor. Refer to Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Wiper/Washer System Check or Wiper/Washer System Check | --
6 |

1. Replace the wiper blade elements. Refer to Wiper Blade Element Replacement .
2. Repeat the current draw test.

Is the lowest current draw greater than the specified value?

6.5 A

Go to Step 7

System OK

7 |

1. Disconnect the wiper transmission linkage from the wiper motor crank arm.
2. Repeat the current draw test.

Is the lowest current draw greater than the specified value?

6.5 A

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8 | Replace the wiper motor. Refer to Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Wiper/Washer System Check or Wiper/Washer System Check | --
9 | Replace or repair the binding wiper transmission as required. Refer to Windshield Wiper Transmission Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Wiper/Washer System Check or Wiper/Washer System Check | --