Cherokee 4WD L6-4.0L VIN S (1998)
Windshield Washer Switch: Testing and Inspection
FRONT
Perform the diagnosis for the windshield wiper system and/or washer system as described before testing the windshield wiper and washer switch.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAG, REFER TO AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS/AIR BAGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND
POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Unplug the windshield wiper and washer switch wire harness connector as described.
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Continuity
3. Using an ohmmeter, perform the switch continuity checks at the switch terminals as shown in the Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Continuity
chart.
4. If the switch fails any of the continuity checks, replace the faulty switch. If the switch is OK, repair the wiper system and/or washer system wire
harness circuits as required.
REAR
Perform the diagnosis for the rear wiper system and/or washer system as described before testing the rear wiper and washer switch.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAG, REFER TO AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS/AIR BAGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND
POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Remove the rear wiper and washer switch as described.