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Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the ignition key illumination. (See IGNITION KEY ILLUMINATION BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the windshield wiper and washer switch. (See WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Verify that the continuity between the windshield wiper and washer switch is as indicated in the table.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the windshield wiper and washer switch.
    Fig 1: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Terminals And Continuity Chart
    G03703357Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch
    G03703358Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.