Body Electrical System

Windshield wiper and washer switch

3steps
~18min
2/5difficulty
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Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Remove the multifunction switch.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Multifunction Switch")

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

Multifunction Switch Inspection

  1. Check the circuit continuity between the terminals in each switch position, as shown below.

    Switch Switch Position Switch Terminal Resistance (Ω, ±3.5%)
    Wiper Switch FOG 1-9 330
    OFF ∞
    Intermittent (AUTO) 800
    LOW 1800
    HIGH 5700
    Intermittent Wiper Volume Level 1 7-9 330
    Level 2 690
    Level 3 1310
    Level 4 2610
    Level 5 7310

Diagnosis using KDS

  1. In the body electrical system, faults can be quickly diagnosed using the Korean Diagnostic System (KDS).

    The Diagnostic System (KDS) provides the following information.

    1. Self-diagnosis: check for malfunction and diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

    2. Current Data: Check the system input/output status.

    3. Operation check: Check the operating status of the system.

    4. Special Function: Control of other functions, including parameter setting and zero point adjustment.

  2. Select "Vehicle Model" and "Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU)" to inspect the vehicle using the tester.

  3. Select the "Current Data" menu to view the current input/output data status.

Test yourself

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