Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Inspection

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the following parts:
1. Column cover (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Wiper and washer switch (See WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Verify that the continuity between the windshield wiper and washer switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
- If the continuity is not as indicated in the table, replace the windshield wiper and washer switch. (See WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  
  Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Terminals
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  
  Fig 2: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch - Circuit Diagram
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.