Wiper Switch Fix
#51
03-06-2016, 01:58 PM
#52
09-18-2016, 11:18 AM
Ditto, works like a charm. I wish I looked into this easy fix a year ago. My connections were *really* gunked up! I did scare myself removing the stalk - it came out "hard and fast" and I was worried I might have damaged the electrical connector. All good, though!
#53
05-21-2019, 04:00 PM
Pro Wrench
Wipers only worked in high gear and then stopped working. If I turn them on it clicks and they move a little. Opened up the stalk as per this thread and it wasn't really dirty. Cleaned it all up...and the same. Going to check fuses even tho there is current and see what the motor looks like.
#54
02-23-2020, 03:54 PM
Wiper switch
Feel free to add your own comments, this is what worked for me. Total time was about an hour to do the repair.
1. Remove the steering wheel column shroud to access the switch and turn the steering wheel to postition where screws are accessible. Some people want you to disconnect the battery when working around the steering wheel... I did not.
Attachment 7918
2. Remove the screws, then I used a flathead screwdriver to apply some pressure to the plastic holding the switch in place, while pulling the switch arm with a decent amount of force away from the steering column. It will slide right off. Carefull not to crack anything.
Attachment 7919
3. One the switch was out, I dismantled it. I found it easier to remove the switch arm from the base...(may not be required) by holding the switch unit and forcing the switch arm up and out...it will release. DON'T mess with the end that was removed as it is spring loaded and the force of the spring is what holds the plate in place. It will shoot like a rocket if you arent careful. Take note of the position of the white "slides" at this point.
The one is stationary, the other will need to be placed to fit back with the arm...(play with the switch arm a bit and you'll see what I mean.
Attachment 7920
4. Then you will be able to see the 4 little retaining clips that hold the bottom on, lightly lifted them and remove bottom
Attachment 7921
5. Remove the white slides. Notice the contacts on springs will need to be cleaned of the old grease as well.
Attachment 7922
6. I gently cleaned the contacts with some degreaser, lubed them up with some vasoline and reassmble the unit. It all clipped back together very easily.
It has almost taken me longer to write this up than it took to do the actual work and no more issues with the switch. I am in Canada and it was cold today... still the wiper works!
This may now be your issue, but it was mine. If your wiper switch doesn't function when the weather gets chilly then i would try it.
1. Remove the steering wheel column shroud to access the switch and turn the steering wheel to postition where screws are accessible. Some people want you to disconnect the battery when working around the steering wheel... I did not.
Attachment 7918
2. Remove the screws, then I used a flathead screwdriver to apply some pressure to the plastic holding the switch in place, while pulling the switch arm with a decent amount of force away from the steering column. It will slide right off. Carefull not to crack anything.
Attachment 7919
3. One the switch was out, I dismantled it. I found it easier to remove the switch arm from the base...(may not be required) by holding the switch unit and forcing the switch arm up and out...it will release. DON'T mess with the end that was removed as it is spring loaded and the force of the spring is what holds the plate in place. It will shoot like a rocket if you arent careful. Take note of the position of the white "slides" at this point.
The one is stationary, the other will need to be placed to fit back with the arm...(play with the switch arm a bit and you'll see what I mean.
Attachment 7920
4. Then you will be able to see the 4 little retaining clips that hold the bottom on, lightly lifted them and remove bottom
Attachment 7921
5. Remove the white slides. Notice the contacts on springs will need to be cleaned of the old grease as well.
Attachment 7922
6. I gently cleaned the contacts with some degreaser, lubed them up with some vasoline and reassmble the unit. It all clipped back together very easily.
It has almost taken me longer to write this up than it took to do the actual work and no more issues with the switch. I am in Canada and it was cold today... still the wiper works!
This may now be your issue, but it was mine. If your wiper switch doesn't function when the weather gets chilly then i would try it.
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