Body

Washer Motor Inspection

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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..

2. Remove the front mudguard (RH)..

3. Disconnect the washer motor connector.

4. After connecting washer motor terminal A to the positive battery terminal, and terminal B to the negative battery terminal, verify that washer fluid flows to the windshield washer hose.


  • If there is any malfunction, replace the washer motor.

5. After connecting washer motor terminal B to the positive battery terminal, and terminal A to the negative battery terminal, verify that washer fluid flows to the rear washer hose.(5HB)

  • If there is any malfunction, replace the washer motor.

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