Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual Quiz
Body Electrical System

Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Repair Procedures

In this manual: Body Electrical System
General Information — 4Engine Mechanical System — 50Engine Electrical System — 20Emission Control System — 30Engine Control System/Fuel System — 84Automatic Transmission — 98Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 12Restraints — 50Brake System — 38Body (Interior and Exterior) — 54Body Electrical System — 233Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 57
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~30min
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Inspection

Check the continuity between the terminals while operating the wiper and washer switch. If the continuity is not normal, replace the wiper and washer switch.

Wiper Switch

Washer Switch

Removal

  1. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds by removing the 3 screws.
  2. Remove the wiper switch (A) by releasing the part.
  3. If necessary, remove the wiper and washer switch (A). Release the wiper switch lock using a tool, without removing the steering wheel and clock spring.

Installation

  1. Install the wiper switch.
  2. Install the upper and lower steering column covers.

Test yourself

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