Washer Motor Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

If the procedure is performed with washer fluid in the washer tank, the washer fluid may leak out. When performing the procedure, place a container under the washer tank to collect washer fluid, and perform the procedure.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL .) (See FRONT BUMPER INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the connector. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the washer hose from the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Apply battery voltage to washer motor terminal B, and connect terminal A to ground.
WARNING:
- Water sprayed on the battery and ground could cause electrocution. When performing the washer motor inspection, prepare a container to collect washer fluid and be careful not to spray washer fluid.
Fig 1: Washer Motor Circuit Diagram
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that washer fluid sprays from the front side of the washer motor.

Fig 2: Checking Washer Fluid Sprays From Front Side Of Washer Motor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If washer fluid does not spray from the front side of the washer motor, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Apply battery positive voltage to washer motor terminal A, and connect terminal B to ground.
Verify that washer fluid sprays from the rear side of the washer motor.

Fig 3: Checking Washer Fluid Sprays From Rear Side Of Washer Motor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If washer fluid does not spray from the rear side of the washer motor, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)