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Washer Motor Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, and 2009 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Disconnect the 2P connectors (A) from the washer motors (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Washer Motors 2P Connector
    G05966428Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Test the motor by connecting battery power to terminal No. 2 and ground terminal No. 1 of the washer motor. The motor should run.
    • If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, replace it.
    • If the motor runs smoothly, but little or no washer fluid is pumped, check for a disconnected or blocked washer hose, or a clogged washer motor outlet.